Constitutional Convention Vocabulary

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Bicameral

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a two-house legislature

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Compromise

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an agreement reached by two or more groups in which each side gives up some of their demands

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Constitution

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a written plan for government

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Convention

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a meeting or assembly of persons for a common purpose

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Delegate

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a person sent or authorized to represent others

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Electoral College

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the system for electing the president

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Executive Branch

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a branch of government responsible for executing the laws of a legislature

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Judicial Branch

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a court system responsible for interpreting the laws.

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Legislative Branch

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a branch of government responsible for executing the laws of a legislature

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Ratify

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to formally approve