Chapter 2 Origins of American Government. American system of government did not begin with Declaration of Independence or the US Constitution… Goals of.
Overview Defined: The institution through which a society makes and enforces its public policies. It is made up of those people who exercise.
Section 1: Our political beginnings Section 2: The coming of independence.
Bell Ringer What is the Code of Hammurabi? Why is this significant to the U.S?
Chapter Two. Colonists brought 3 ideas from England Limited govt – individuals have certain rights Ordered govt – the creation of local govts. Representative.
A Brief History of British Common Law. The Magna Carta: Fundamental Rights and Liberties from 1225 Signed in 1225 (Middle Ages) King John was a tyrant.
A Brief History of British Common Law
