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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Constitution | a document that sets out the laws and principles |
| Ratify | to give a formal approval |
| Bill of Rights | list of freedoms that the government promises to project |
| Delegate | one who is authorized to act as a representative for others |
| Compromise | a settlement in which each side agrees to give up some of it's demands |
| Republic | a nation which voters eject representatives to make laws for them |
| Amend | To make change (to the constitution) |
| Federalism | a division of power between the states and the national government |
| Quorum | a minimal number of members must be present for a valid transaction of business |
| Terms | 9 |
| Creator | MarkMadden |
| Created | March 4, 2008 |
| Groups | None |
| Subjects | constitution, this, will, really, help, you |
| Access | Anyone |
| Edit | Creator Only |
this is vocab for quiz 1 of the constitution.