Question

kyle kmy unit 2: global revolutions and reactions graphic organizer directions: part 1 of the unit 2 test will be a written response. use this graphic organizer to begin planning your writing. use previous assignments, including the revolutions chart, to help answer the questions. choose 1 of the revolutions we have learned about this unit: glorious, french, american, haitian, mexican, and south american. this assignment will be graded 10 practice/prep points and your written response final will be 15 all task points. make sure all responses are in your own words in order to receive credit. responses from google, chatgpt, etc. will not be accepted. name of revolution: who was a major person from this revolution? what was a goal of this revolution? what was the outcome of the revolution? what was the new government like? how are natural rights demonstrated? example: how is limited government demonstrated?

Explanation:

To complete this graphic organizer, let's choose the American Revolution and fill in each section:

1. Name of revolution:

American Revolution

2. Who was a major person from this revolution?

George Washington (Led the Continental Army, became the first U.S. President)

3. What was a goal of this revolution?

To gain independence from British colonial rule (end taxation without representation, establish self - governance)

4. What was the outcome of the revolution?

The Thirteen Colonies won independence, forming the United States of America. The Treaty of Paris (1783) officially recognized U.S. sovereignty.

5. What was the new government like?

Initially governed by the Articles of Confederation (weak central government), later replaced by the U.S. Constitution (federal system with separation of powers, checks and balances, and a bicameral legislature).

6. How are natural rights demonstrated?

The Declaration of Independence stated that “all men are created equal” with “unalienable Rights” to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” — these rights were seen as inherent, not granted by the government.

7. Example: (Optional, but could reference a key event)

The Battle of Yorktown (1781) — the final major battle where the British surrendered, leading to peace negotiations.

8. How is limited government demonstrated?

The U.S. Constitution limited government power through separation of powers (executive, legislative, judicial branches) and checks and balances (e.g., Congress can override a presidential veto, courts can declare laws unconstitutional). The Bill of Rights (first 10 amendments) also restricted government from infringing on individual liberties.

If you prefer a different revolution (e.g., French, Haitian), adjust the details accordingly! For example, for the French Revolution:

• Name: French Revolution
• Major person: Maximilien Robespierre (or Napoleon Bonaparte, later)
• Goal: Overthrow the monarchy, end feudalism, establish a republic based on Enlightenment ideals.
• Outcome: Monarchy abolished, briefly a republic, then Napoleon’s rise to power.
• New government: Initially a republic (National Convention), then Napoleon’s imperial rule.
• Natural rights: Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen (freedom of speech, equality before the law).
• Limited government: Attempts at separation of powers, though instability led to authoritarian rule at times.

Answer:

To complete this graphic organizer, let's choose the American Revolution and fill in each section:

1. Name of revolution:

American Revolution

2. Who was a major person from this revolution?

George Washington (Led the Continental Army, became the first U.S. President)

3. What was a goal of this revolution?

To gain independence from British colonial rule (end taxation without representation, establish self - governance)

4. What was the outcome of the revolution?

The Thirteen Colonies won independence, forming the United States of America. The Treaty of Paris (1783) officially recognized U.S. sovereignty.

5. What was the new government like?

Initially governed by the Articles of Confederation (weak central government), later replaced by the U.S. Constitution (federal system with separation of powers, checks and balances, and a bicameral legislature).

6. How are natural rights demonstrated?

The Declaration of Independence stated that “all men are created equal” with “unalienable Rights” to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” — these rights were seen as inherent, not granted by the government.

7. Example: (Optional, but could reference a key event)

The Battle of Yorktown (1781) — the final major battle where the British surrendered, leading to peace negotiations.

8. How is limited government demonstrated?

The U.S. Constitution limited government power through separation of powers (executive, legislative, judicial branches) and checks and balances (e.g., Congress can override a presidential veto, courts can declare laws unconstitutional). The Bill of Rights (first 10 amendments) also restricted government from infringing on individual liberties.

If you prefer a different revolution (e.g., French, Haitian), adjust the details accordingly! For example, for the French Revolution:

• Name: French Revolution
• Major person: Maximilien Robespierre (or Napoleon Bonaparte, later)
• Goal: Overthrow the monarchy, end feudalism, establish a republic based on Enlightenment ideals.
• Outcome: Monarchy abolished, briefly a republic, then Napoleon’s rise to power.
• New government: Initially a republic (National Convention), then Napoleon’s imperial rule.
• Natural rights: Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen (freedom of speech, equality before the law).
• Limited government: Attempts at separation of powers, though instability led to authoritarian rule at times.