| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Natural Rights | fundamental rights such as religious liberty and equality |
| Constitution | a set of basic principles and laws that determine the powers and duties of the government |
| Republic | a type of government in which the head of state is elected and the people hold the political power |
| suffrage | voting rights |
| Articles of Confederation | articles that created a central government with limited powers |
| Ratification | formal approval |
| Magna Carta | limited the monarchy's power and provided an example of constitutional government for future generations |
| The English Bill of Rights | made sure that the Parliament was the supreme authority in government |
| Virginia Statue for Religious Freedom | Virginians could practice their religions freely |
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