On every level of government, we separate the powers of government into three branches: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial. Why do we do this? The chart to the right shows the system of checks and balances. Explain this system.

Why was america’s victory at yorktown among the most significant battles of the american revolution? a. it made the british realize they were fighting a lost cause and soon after, they conceded the war. b. it forced colonists who had so far remained neutral to pick a side and enlist in the war. c. it the continental army remove all british barracks from new jersey. d. it secure france’s military and financial aid for the american cause. e.

Which of these played the biggest role in increased urbanization in the late 1800s? a) transportation improved b) the military was stronger c) no one was farming anymore d) steam power was discovered

What message do all of the assigned readings most convey? o a. that the war was widely contested by americans o b. that the authors are tortured by memories of the war o c. that children should not be a part of war o d. that the authors value their experience as a part of personal growth bm