Reflection

I think John Jay was a very trustful man. At least he was a successful man at his adulthood. If he was here right now, he can make the difference in school and influence all students that education is very important to their future and to this country. He had a good life that some people might wish. He was considered a genius since he was a young boy.

Bibliography

Hall, Kermit L. The Oxford Guide to United States Supreme Court Decisions. New York: Oxford University Press, Inc., 1999.

White, Casey. John Jay Diplomat of the American Experiment. New York: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc., 2006.

Stahr, Walter. John Jay. New York: Hambledon and London, 2005.

Powell, Phelan. John Jay First Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. New York: Chelsea House Publishers, 2001.

Statement of process

At the beginning of this project, I need to know the person's name and his life. Then understand his roles which play in building our nation during the American Revolution. After gathering information and learning at the same time, his roles and devotion to servicing this country with many accomplishments, I am proud to get to know him. I also learned how he died peacefully with dignity, honor and humility. Then I started to choose 5 most facts about John Jay. It took awhile to know who really is John Jay's enenmy and why? After that, I continued to write about the place he came from and how he lived. This was the time of American Revolution which our nation was very young and fragile. When John Jay became an adult, what type of living he had. Then I generate a listing of 10 vocabulary words which I chose as I was gathering information about him. Finally if he was alive, would I be his friend.

John Jay who served as a legislator, the Supreme Court Justice of the United States who helped the delegates formed the United States Constitution, the foundation of this nation, completed and an excellent negotiator which helped end the American Revolution devoted his life to his country with many talents, skills,courage, integrity and honor. John Jay is an American Hero.

Would you be friends with your person now if he or she were still alive?

Yes. I would be very honored to be a friend because he was our first Chief Justice of New York and the Supreme Court. His life was amazing and smart, but still how did he get accepted to Kings College at the age of 14? He was in books for being the first Chief Justice in our home state and the Supreme Court.

Generate a list of 10 vocabulary words with full definitions and original sentences that can be associated with John Jay.

1. Chief Justice-a judge who resides over the court that has several judges.
He was also appointed to be the head of New York's Court system as the State's first Chief Justice.
2. Colony- a land or territory ruled by another country.
Although he was living in a time of growing conflict between Britain and colonies, John did not become involve in the protests.
3. Committee-a group of people appointed or chosen to perform a function on behalf of a larger group.
John was on a committee incharged of outlining the rights of the colonies.
4. flatly-firmly and without qualification. In a voice that shows no emotions.
And Spain flatly refused to recognize America's independence.
5. Envoy-a messenger
Knowing John's sills, the Continental Congress appointed him an envoy to Spain.
6. expand-increase, spreadout, dilate,develop, wide space, open stretch of land.
A french diplomat, the Count de Vergennes, proposed that the United States meet the demands of Spain not to expand its territory into Spanish lands beyond Mississippi River.
7. Treaty-a document that on line an agreement usually between nations which each approves and signs.
When British soldiers captured the city of Montreal, the French surrendered and signed a peace treaty.
8. revolution-an overthrow or repudiation and the thorough replacement of an established government or political system by the people governed.
When the second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia in May 1775, the American Revolution had already begun.
9. negotiate-to hold discussions to find agreement.
They believed they should negotiate with the Bristish government.
10. delegate-someone who speaks and acts for others.
They called for a meeting of delegates from the colonies to discuss British's actions.

What does the person do for a living?

In 1768 John Jay set up his private law practice. He later became the first Chief Justice of New York and then, the Supreme Court of the United States. In 1784-1789, John Jay served the Congress as Secretary of Foreign Affairs. He negotiated a Treaty with Britain and resigned from the Supreme Court.

Tell me about the place the person came from?

He came from a village of Rye, New York. He lived on a farm with his parents and seven brothers and sisters. John learned two languages from his mom. He loved to read at a early age. His father thought his son, John, was a special boy.

If this person had opposition, who were the person's foes?

John Jay's enemy was the British because the British wanted the thirteen colonies to follow the laws with no questions asked. The British wanted the colonists to pay taxes. The British do not want the colonies to be independent and have liberty. John Jay deeply believed in liberty and the establishment of independence from British.

What are at least 5 notable facts about John Jay?

1. John Jay is born December 12, 1745.
2. When he was 27 years old, he was elected Chief Justice of New York.
3. He helped negotiate the Treaty of Paris,which ends the American Revolution.
4. John married Sarah Livingston on 1774.
5. In 1790 he begins serving as first Chief Justice of United Stateds Supreme Court.

How did John Jay meet his death?

John Jay who believed in liberty and the establishment of independence greatly served this country throughout his life. When he retired in 1801, John Jay was well-off with $ 4,000 pension per year. He spend his remaining life in Bedford, New York. In 1825, he suffered a stroke and had difficulty expressing himself. In 1829, his health was diminishing John Jay prepared his will. He thanked God for blessing him with excellent parents, virtuous wife and worthy children. He thanked God for protecting him and helping him to do his services to his country. In his will, his family give $200 to any one poor deserving widow or orphan of this town. At the time of his death, he was a humble man and continued to thank God for his good life. On May 17,1829 John Jay died peacefully around his children.

What is this person famous for?

John Jay was famous for being the first Chief Justice of New York and Supreme Court. He was also the governor of New York. John Jay was appointed an envoy to Spain to negotiate a commercial treaty. He helped end the American Revolution.

What role did John Jay play in the building of our nation?

He was our first chief Justice of the Supreme Court. John Jay appointed the delegates from New York to the first Continental Congress. The delegates knew that a strong national government was needed, and in 1787, the Constitution of the United States , which was the foundation of this country, was completed. John Jay was also elected Chief Justice of New York. John was the governor of New York. John Jay helped negotiate the Treaty of Paris, which ends the American Revolution. Before any of this, he set up a law practice in New York.

Who is John Jay?

John Jay was the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. He was born on December 12, 1745. John Jay was born in New York City. Peter and Mary Jay were John's parents. His father was a respected businessman. When he was growing up, he became a lawyer. He then married Sara Livington.