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History Vocablary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Inauguration | ceremony in which the President officially is sworn in and takes the oath of office |
| Precedent | An act or decision that sets an example for others to follow |
| Cabinet | Group of officials who lead government departments and give advice to the President |
| National Debt | Total amount of money that a government owes |
| Foreign Policy | The action that nation takes in relation to other nations |
| Neutral | Not taking sides |
| Sedition | Stirring up rebellion against the government |
| Nullify | To cancel |
| Laissez Faire | An idea stating the government should play as small a role as possible in domestic affairs |
| Tribute | A bribe |
| Impressment | The practice of forcing people into the military service |
| Embargo | Ban on trade |
| Nationalism | Devotion to one's country |
| Isolationism | Policy of limiting involvement in the political affairs of foreign countries |
| Confederation | League of independent or nations |