Constitution Vocab 2 Flashcard

Front

A joining of several groups for a common purpose

Back

Confederation

Front

To approve or confirm

Back

Ratify

Front

Dividing power between the national government and the state governments

Back

Federal

Front

To cancel or abolish

Back

Nullify

Front

To reject or say no to

Back

Veto

Front

A settlement of differences in which each side gives up something

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Compromise

Front

To formally charge a public official with misconduct in office

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Impeach

Front

Apply to a higher court for a reversal of the decision of a lower court.

Back

Appeal

Front

An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered later in similar circumstances.

Back

Precedent

Front

freedom from some charge or obligation

Back

Immunity