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Unit 2 Government
Articles of Confederation
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Northwest Land Ordinance | Laws concerning the western lands of the United States |
| Second Continental Congress | The first official government of the United States |
| National or Federal Government | The level of government under the Articles of Confederation that had LITTLE power |
| Executive | The branch of government that the President is a part of |
| Second Continental Congress | This was our temporary government during the American Revolution |
| Republic | This is a type of government where citizens rule through elected officials |
| State | This level of government under the Articles of Confederation held the MOST power |
| Shay's Rebellion | This event showed the danger of having a weak government under the Articles of Confederation that could not offer protection |
| Judicial | The branch of government that interprets the laws (makes sure it goes with the Constitution) |
| Amend | This means to change or Fix |