Government Concepts Flashcard

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What is a Charter?

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A document granting rights or privileges

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What does Bicameral mean?

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Two legislative chambers

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What is the definition of Confederation?

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A union of states or nations

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What does Ratification mean?

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Formal approval of an agreement

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What is Proportional Representation?

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A voting system where seats are allocated based on the percentage of votes

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What does Unicameral mean?

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A single legislative chamber

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What is Constitutionalism?

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The theory or system of government in which the powers are limited by a constitution

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What are Acts in the context of government?

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Laws passed by a legislative body

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What is Self-government?

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Government of a country by its own people

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What is an example of Civil Liberties?

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Freedom of speech