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Constitution
Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Constitution | a written plan for government |
| articles | The articles make up the main part of the Constitution. They describe how government is set up. |
| amendments | There are currently 27 amendments. They are additions (changes) to the Constitution that were made over time. |
| preamble | States what the constitution is about. 6 purposes of government: “form a more perfect union”, “establish justice”, “insure domestic Tranquility”, “provide for the common defense”, “promote the general Welfare”, and “secure the Blessings of Liberty”. |
| ratify | to confirm a decision (make an amendment to the Constitution official |
| right | privileges granted to individuals by governing bodies, and are generally written into laws |
| responsibility | a duty or obligation that is accepted, or put into action |