Unit 4 Foundatrions of Governemnt

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Articles of Confederation

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The first constitution of the United States, adopted in November 1777.

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Bicameral

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Having two separate lawmaking chambers

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Veto

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to reject

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proportional

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Having the proper size in relation to other objects or items

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Compromise

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A settlement of a dispute by each party giving up some demands

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Constitution

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A document that organizes the structure of the government.

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Legislative

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The lawmaking branch of government

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Executive

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The branch of government that carries out the law; headed by the president.

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Judicial Branch

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The branch of government that includes the courts and settles disputes about the law.

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Checks and Balances

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A system by which each branch of government limits the power of the other branches.