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Constitution
CE 2b,c- The Constitution and Amendments
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Constitution | A document establishing the structure, functions, and limits of a government. |
| Bill of Rights | First 10 amendments to the Constitution |
| Preamble | the introduction to a formal document that often tells why the document was written |
| Amendment | A change to a document- an update to the Constitution |
| Proposal | A plan or suggestion for others to consider or discuss- something that could be enacted into law- how an Amendment is introduced. |
| Ratification | Approval of an amendment, usually by a vote |