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Which of the following played a significant role in shaping the development of the American system of government?
Which of the following played a significant role in shaping the development of the American system of government?
- Ancient civilizations in Africa and Asia
- The English political system
- Explorers and settlers from various countries
- All of the above (correct)
What's the key concept behind English constitutionalism that impacted American ideals?
What's the key concept behind English constitutionalism that impacted American ideals?
- The importance of a strong military for national defense
- The supremacy of the king over all laws
- Unwritten laws based on common practices
- The idea that the government's power is limited by the law (correct)
What's the primary significance of 'common law' in the context of the American system of government?
What's the primary significance of 'common law' in the context of the American system of government?
- It forms the foundation of the written Constitution
- It emphasizes a strict interpretation of the Constitution
- It established the principle of separation of powers
- It's an unwritten legal system based on precedents and judicial decisions (correct)
How did the arrival of explorers and settlers from various countries contribute to the origins of American political ideals?
How did the arrival of explorers and settlers from various countries contribute to the origins of American political ideals?
What is the key takeaway regarding the influence of ancient civilizations on American political ideals?
What is the key takeaway regarding the influence of ancient civilizations on American political ideals?
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Origins of American Political Ideals
Origins of American Political Ideals
Beginnings of U.S. government by explorers and settlers in North America.
English Common Law
English Common Law
Unwritten law based on judgments that influenced American law.
English Constitutionalism
English Constitutionalism
Idea that government leaders are subject to the law.
Influence of Ancient Civilizations
Influence of Ancient Civilizations
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Political System Development
Political System Development
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Study Notes
Origins of American Political Ideals
- American political ideals originated with the first explorers, traders and settlers arriving in the 16th century.
- Early settlers, including the French, Dutch, Spanish, and Swedes, initially explored and settled North America.
- The English eventually controlled the largest number of colonies.
- English common law and constitutionalism profoundly impacted American systems of government.
- The concept of limited government where leaders are subject to the law is central to English Constitutionalism.
- Ideas from the ancient world also greatly influenced the development of English political thought.
- The seeds of American ideals can be traced back throughout history, including in Africa and Asia.
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