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Roots of American Government

Roots of American Government. Chapter /Section 2. Ancient Greek’s Influence on American Democracy. Great Council passed laws that were favorable to the wealthy. Many Greeks wanted to participate in the lawmaking process. Citizens were permitted to participate in lawmaking

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Roots of American Government

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  1. Roots of American Government Chapter /Section 2

  2. Ancient Greek’s Influence on American Democracy • Great Council passed laws that were favorable to the wealthy. • Many Greeks wanted to participate in the lawmaking process. • Citizens were permitted to participate in lawmaking • Only men who owned large plots of land were considered citizens

  3. Ancient Rome’s Influence on American Government • Romans established a Republic • More and more people were permitted to vote. • Romans decided that the laws be written down

  4. English Influences on American Government • Magna Carta- A document granting the rights and privileges. • No taxes without consent • Provided for a jury trial • Parliament- British legislature • Council which granted or denied power to king • Presented their views to the king • Limited King’s power

  5. English Influences on American Government • Bill of Rights- a written list of citizens rights. • A deal made with William and Mary • Gave Parliament more power • Protected freedom of religion and speech • Limited government power

  6. John Locke’s Influence on American Government • English writer • No government can take away a person’s natural rights. • Life, Liberty, property • A ruler can only rule as long as he has the consent of the people.

  7. Montesquieu’s Influence on American Government • French writer • Limited power of government by dividing power. (separation of powers) • 3 branches of government • Promoted system of checks and balances • Each section, checks one another to make sure everything is balanced between them.

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