Constitution Vocabulary

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Define Articles of Confederation.

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The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution of the United States.

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Define Constitutional Convention.

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A gathering of delegates to propose changes to a constitution.

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Define republic.

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A system of government where citizens elect representatives.

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Define 3/5 Compromise.

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An agreement was reached during the Constitutional Convention in 1787 that determined how enslaved individuals would be counted for the purposes of representation.

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Define Great Compromise.

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An agreement reached during the Constitutional Convention of 1787 that resolved the debate between large and small states over representation in the new government.

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First written plan of government in the United States?

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Articles of Confederation

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Branch of government which carries out or executes the laws.

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executive branch

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Branch of government which makes the laws.

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legislative branch

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Branch of government which interprets the laws.

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judicial branch

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Define Separation of Powers.

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A key constitutional principle that divides the functions of government among the three branches. Legislative, Executive, and Judicial.