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13 Cards in this Set
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Constitution
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written document containing supreme law and plan of government of th U.S.
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Republic
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form of government in which the final authority of the nation rests with the voting citizens
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Federalism
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states establish a central government to control matters of concern
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Democracy
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government by the people, who rule indirectly through elected officials
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Convention
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formal meeting of delegates
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Legislative
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having the power to make laws
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Executive
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enforcement of laws
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Judicial
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courts of law;administration of justice
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Continential
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relates to the American colonies during the American Revolution; part of continent
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Ratify
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to approve by voting
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Capitalism
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right to economic freedom: to have property. start your own business, and make a profit
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Representative
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one who is chosen to serve or represent others
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Delegate
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one given authority to represent of act for others
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