Constitutional Convention Vocabulary

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The ability to work with others without causing resentment is called?

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Diplomacy

Front

A combination of mixed and diverse views is known as?

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Pluralism

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Making an effort to meet the interests of all involved and seeking a unanimous agreement.

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Consensus building

Front

An agreement reached by both parties (people or groups) in which they concede, or give up, part of what they originally wanted

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Compromise

Front

A written document that describes the structure and powers of a government is called?

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Constitution

Front

What is the action of speaking or acting on behalf of a group of people called?

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Representation

Front

What does it mean to formally approve something?

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Ratify

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What is the legislative branch of the U.S. government that makes laws?

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Congress