Republicanism in colonial Africa

Question 1

What was the concept of Republicanism in colonial America, what 18th century writings influenced these ideas, and why were they significant to elite Americans? Also, what was the concept of liberalism in the 18th century (discuss this), and why was this concept revolutionary? How did the colonists embrace this concept, and was it accessible to all? Finally, is the liberalism of the 18th century still valid today or would you suggest a new concept or political philosophy to govern society?

Question 2

Review The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct. Why is an auditor’s independence so essential? How does the Chartered Professional Accountant’s need for independence differ from that of other professions? Provide two examples from current events where independence was an issue in an audit of a public company.

Question 3

Directions: Answer each question below by writing a strong paragraph that includes supporting information from the lesson. Please cite your outside resources.

A strong paragraph includes a minimum of three to five details from the lesson and is written in Academic English form. For more information on Academic English form, refer to the documents in the Orientation.

1. Give an explanation of what the Declaration of Independence signifies to America.

2. What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

3. Why was John Hancock the first to sign the Declaration of Independence? What determined the order in which delegates signed the document? Choose one other person who signed the Declaration of Independence and give at least three (3) facts about this person.

4. The Declaration of Independence is based on which natural rights? Explain each right and give an example of each right. Tell how each of these natural rights pertains to you.

5. As you read the transcript of the Declaration of Independence, look at the bullet lists. What do think this list represents? Who are they referring to in the lists? Choose one item in the list and tell how this item has impacted us today in modern life.