1) The document discusses the concepts of constitutionalism and absolutism, referencing events in 17th century England and France. 2) It analyzes quotes related to consent of the governed and how they apply to England and the United States. 3) Key events discussed include the English Civil War, Oliver Cromwell's rule as Lord Protector, and the Glorious Revolution which led to the English Bill of Rights limiting monarchical power.

1. Constitutionalism Big Idea: Independence

2. Thomas Rainsborough: “Every man that is to live under a government ought first by his own consent to put himself under that government.” How does this quote apply to what happened in England? Does this quote apply to the United States? How? Explain your answer by providing specific examples.

3. 2) The events that occurred in England had a huge impact on the world. Why does America have to thank England when it comes to our government? If you had the power to change one thing about our government, what would it be? provide SPECIFIC EXAMPLES!!

4. 3) England and France were different as far as government goes. Compare and contrast the government in France to the government in England during this time period. How did the government in each country during that time affect the people? Explain and be specific.

5. 4) Russia had a few different rulers that could be considered absolute. Why could each ruler be considered absolute? Give specific facts for each ruler. What is the relationship between an absolute ruler and the people they rule? Why?

6. 5) The Big Idea for this unit is “Independence.” How does the term Independence fit both Constitutionalism and Absolutism? If you could give this unit another big idea, what would you call it? Be specific and provide evidence to explain your answer.

7. A. Constitutionalism Powers of gov’t should be distributed according to a constitution Gov’t should have limitations Doesn’t have to be written Can a gov’t do this?

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9. B. Great Britain’s government Monarchy A gov’t with an inherited throne (not absolute) What? Look it up.

10. Great Britain’s Parliament Up until this time (1500’s) Parliament had little say in the gov’t Compare Britain’s gov’t then & now

11. C. English Civil War (1642) - Causes 1) James’ & Charles’ absolute monarchy caused conflict w/Parliament 2) Both Kings dissolved Parliament 3) Both Kings requested too much money

12. 4) Charles I marries a Catholic princess 5) Parliament thinks James and Charles are trying to turn the country Catholic Compare/Contrast - Causes of the English Civil War - Causes of the American Revolution

13. p. 148-150 (What it do?) Causes & Effects What ? – Look it over I nterrogate – Write ?’s T ranslate - Read D escribe – Answer ?’s O ver & Over - Review

14. War The King v. Parliament Royalists v. Roundheads

15. Roundheads WIN!!! Led by Oliver Cromwell Yea!! We win!!

16. D. Results of the Civil War Charles I beheaded (No more monarchy) England wrote a constitution & became a commonwealth (republic) Look it up!

17. Oliver Cromwell tears up the constitution & becomes Lord Protector and dismisses anyone in Parliament who disagrees with him (1653) No theaters, taverns, gambling, lewd dancing

18. Cromwell starts wars How do you think the people felt? Why? People weren’t happy

19. Cromwell died and Monarchy is brought back (Restoration) Revolutionary Killed the King Wrote the first constitution in Europe Can you justify this? Is this OK?

20. E. Restoration (1660) King brought back (Charles II) Habeas Corpus If you’re accused of a crime, you had the right to appear before a judge ( today ) I’m Happy…can’t you tell

21. Charles reopened theaters, bubonic plague came back and the London fire (Parliament had most of the power) James II succeeded Charles

22. James wanted to be absolute (didn’t work) William and Mary became King & Queen They understood their power was limited

23. F. Glorious Revolution (1688) Bloodless overthrow of the King (James fled to France)

24. G. English Bill of Rights William and Mary had to sign it before they became King & Queen England became a Constitutional Monarchy (What?) William and Mary English Bill of Rights

25. Monarchy limited by law H. Bill of Rights ( Constitution Compare ) NO suspending Parliament’s laws NO collecting taxes without Parliament's consent NO interfering with freedom of speech of Parliament NO penalty for a citizen who petitions the King with a grievance

26. Absolutism

27. Absolutism A form of gov’t in which all power is held by a single ruler “ Divine Right” God has given them the throne & they only answer to him We rule…everything

28. Absolute Centers Compare Britain and France during this time (Government, People’s Rights) Create a French timeline over Louis XIII’s & Louis XIV’s rule (words, pictures, you pick) Show absolutism (use the resources available) Create a Business Card for each person: Louis XIV, Louis XIII, Cardinal Richelieu & Oliver Cromwell

29. Create an analogy for absolutism and constitutionalism An absolute leader has taken over Newton High School. How do you deal with this? No violence allowed. Come up with a solution.