constitution vocab Flashcards
1
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Articles of Confederation
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the written document of the natural government
2
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Declaration of Independence
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an official act taken by all 13 American colonies in declaring independence from British rule(s).
3
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Treason
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the consequences of betraying one country
4
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Checks and balances
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separate branches are empowered to prevent actions by other branches.
5
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Separation of powers
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6
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Great Compromise
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7
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Tariff
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8
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Repeal
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9
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Civil Discourse
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10
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3/5ths Compromise
Constitution
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11
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Preamble
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12
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Bill of Rights
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13
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Legislative Branch
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14
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Executive Branch
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15
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Judicial Branch
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