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Thurston Civics 6
Civics Chapter 6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bill of Rights | a list of citizens' rights |
| amendment process | The way in which changes are added to the Constitution. |
| convention | assembly |
| separation of church and state | The situation in which government may not favor any religion or establish an official religion. |
| eminent domain | The power to take private property for public use. |
| due process of law | A process by which the government must treat accused persons fairly according to rules established by law. |
| double jeopardy | being placed on trial twice for the same crime. |
| freedom of the press | the right to publish newspapers, magazines, and other materials without government restriction. |
| freedom of speech | the right to express one's opinions publicly. |
| case studies | descriptions of situations or conflicts, the issues involved, and decisions made. |