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VA Studies: Documents and Government Facts 111-120

VA Studies: Documents and Government Facts 111-120. Powerpoint created by Carrie Reed Facts from the VA Pacing Guide. What was George Washington’s political importance?.

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VA Studies: Documents and Government Facts 111-120

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  1. VA Studies: Documents and GovernmentFacts 111-120 Powerpoint created by Carrie Reed Facts from the VA Pacing Guide

  2. What was George Washington’s political importance?

  3. George Washington was elected the first President of the United States of America. He provided political leadership and served our young country well. Thus, he is often called “The Father of our Country.”

  4. What was James Madison’s importance?

  5. James Madison believed in the importance of having a United States Constitution. He kept detailed notes and helped delegates compromise. He earned the title “Father of the Constitution.”

  6. Who wrote the Virginia Declaration of Rights and why is it important?

  7. The Virginia Declaration of Rights, written by George Mason, stated that Virginians should have certain rights, including freedom of religion and freedom of the press, and the right to a trial by jury.

  8. What did the VA Declaration of Rights become the basis for?

  9. The Virginia Declaration of Rights became the basis for the Bill of Rights of the Constitution.

  10. Who wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom and what is its importance?

  11. The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, written by Thomas Jefferson, states that all people should be free to worship as they please.

  12. What did the VA Statute for Religous Freedom become the basis for?

  13. The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom was the basis for the First Amendment to the Constitution, which protects religious freedom.

  14. What are the three branches of Virginia’s government?

  15. Virginia’s government is divided into three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.

  16. What is the executive branch?

  17. Executive Branch: The governor of the state makes sure the laws are carried out.

  18. What is the legislative branch and what are its two parts?

  19. Legislative Branch: makes the laws. The Virginia General Assembly has 2 parts: • Senate • House of Delegates

  20. What is the judicial branch?

  21. The Judicial Branch is our court system. They decide cases of people breaking the law or whether a law agrees with Virginia’s Constitution.

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