Unit 1 Vocab-Gov't

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Belief that monarchy's power comes from God.

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Divine right

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Policy restricting government power to ensure people's freedoms

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Limited government

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Document outlining fundamental principles and structures of government

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Constitution

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Government ruled by 2 or 3 individuals or families

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oligarchy

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Government system where a king or queen enforces laws.

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Monarchy

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A state where supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives.

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republic

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Rules of moral conduct in the human mind

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laws of nature and natures God

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People live in a society with an agreement that establishes moral and political rules.

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social contract theory

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Rights that cannot be given or taken away

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Unalienable right

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Political philosophy stating the right/duty to rebel against a government acting against common interest or safety.

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Rights of resistance to illegitimate government.