1. English Bill of Rights 1689 p. 124-125
U.S. Constitution
1787
Foundations of American Government: How do we go from a Monarchy under the English King to an Independent Representative Democracy?
Fundamental Order of Connecticut 1639 p. 105
Mayflower Compact 1620 p. 99
Directions: Research each event that led to the writing of the U.S. Constitution. Under the stairs explain the important features of the event and draw a picture to represent the most important aspect of the event. Use the Call to Freedom Textbook, page # are provided.
Virginia House of Burgess 1619 p
Magna Carta 1215 p. 22
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2. Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights Read the Primary Sources on page of the Call to Freedom Textbook: Magna Carta and The English Bill of Rights. Read the excerpts and answer the questions below: Magna Carta 1215: 1. How does Magna Carta allow for fair taxation? Please quote from the text and explain why you chose that quote What is due process of law? 3. Which of these rights supports the ideas of a fair trail and due process of law? English Bill of Rights 1689: 1. What parts of this document describe the rights and powers of Parliament, and what are those rights and powers? Please quote from the text and explain why you chose that quote What parts of this document do you think Americans would want to use in their government. Please quote from the text and explain why you chose that quote.