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15 Cards in this Set
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Belief that the United States was destined to expand to the Pacific Ocean |
manifested destiny
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Having two houses
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bicameral
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to reach an agreement through compromise
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negotiate
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someone who receives support and guidance from another person
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protege
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rest taken after the noon meal
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siesta
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Something that will last only a short time
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ad interim
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ruler with total power
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dictator
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meeting of army leaders to plan a course of action for a battle
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war council
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approved a new constitution
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ratified
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brief fight between two small groups of soldiers
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skirmish
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to back out of an agreement
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renege
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not capable o being carved into smaller parts
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unitary
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messenger
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courier
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A staff officer that assists a commanding officer
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Adjutant |
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Money lent by a bank or business |
Institutional loans |
