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American Revolution
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Constitution | A plan for government. |
| Ratify | To approve and adopt an official document. |
| Veto | To reject a bill. |
| Impeach | To put an official on trial for wrongdoing. |
| Amendment | A charge or addition to an official document. |
| Guarantee | A promise that something will be provided. |
| Fundamental | Means basic or essential. |
| Responsibility | Something people do because it is their job or duty |
| Delegates | A person who represents others at an important meeting. |
| Appeal | To ask for a case to be heard again. |
| Impeach | To put an official on trial for wrongdoing. |
| Federalism | Power is shared between a national government and states. |
| Submit | Offer |
| Press | Members of the news media. |
| Jury | A group of citizens who decide a court case. |
| Responsibilities | Something that people must do because it's their job or duty. |
| Politics | The process of choosing government leaders and running the government. |
| Conclusion | A decision. |
| Due process | The government must follow the rules established by laws. |