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Term 4: Proficient
Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Self-incrimination | the act of confessing to a crime. |
| Impeach | to formally accuse a government official of a crime. |
| Ratify | to formally approve a plan or agreement. |
| Ratification | the process of approval of an agreement. |
| Nominate | to formally suggest a person for an honor, award, or job. |
| Popular Sovereignty | The idea that a government comes from the wants and needs of its people |
| Appoint | to give a job or role to a person. |
| Precedent | An earlier event or decision that is used as a guide to make a current decision. |
| Pardon | To forgive someone of a crime. |
| Due Process | Giving fair treatment in the court system |
| Defendant | A person who is required to defend him/herself in a court. An example is someone who is put on trial for a crime. |