Declaration of Independence Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does the term "abolish" mean?

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To end

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What is the definition of "assent"?

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To agree

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What does "consent of the governed" refer to?

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An agreement made by the people to establish a government

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What does the term "deprive" mean?

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To take something away

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What is the meaning of "derive"?

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To obtain something from a specified source

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What does "despotism" mean?

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A system of government where the ruler has unlimited power

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What does "dissolve" mean?

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To bring to an end

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What is the definition of "endow"?

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To be given something naturally

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What does "impel" mean?

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To force or urge

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What is the meaning of "institute"?

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To establish