Week 5 Flashcards

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legislature

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the government body with the authority to make and change laws

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parliament

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the political group or assembly that has power to make laws for a country

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petition

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a written request for a change in law or policy that is signed by a large number of citizens to show their support for the change

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proclamation

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a public or official announcement dealing with a matter of great importance

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revolutionary

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ideas or actions that bring about great change

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committee

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a group appointed for a specific function

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congress

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a formal meeting of representatives that is held to discuss ideas and policies

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delegate

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a person chosen by a group to represent them at a meeting

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independence

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freedom to make decisions for oneself

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liberty

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freedom from outside control or restrictions