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Social Studies U10

Social Studies

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______ are the measures that ensure that the various parts of the government work together and, at the same time, limit the power of each other. Checks and Balances
The _________ is the statement of fundamental rights available to all citizens of Texas located in Article 1 of the Constitution. Bill Of Rights
The _________ is the introductory section that explains the purpose of the Constitution. Preamble
_________ divides the responsibilities of the government into separate branches. Separation of powers
Literature written in the _____________ style tells stories about life on the farms and plantations of Texas. Southern
Literature either written by a Mexican American or about a Mexican American is called the _______ style. Tejano
Literature written about the Texas Rangers, the cowboys and life on the plains or in the desert of West Texas is called ________ style. Western
_________ style is literature that consist of novels that are set in the cities of Texas. Urban
The ________ is the foundation of any democratic society. Constitution
The __________ Branch of the Texas Government makes the laws. Legeslative
The __________ Branch of the Texas Government enforces the laws. Executive
The ________ is the Chief Executive Officer of the State of Texas. Governor
The ____________ is the upper house of the Texas Legislature that has 31 members. Senate
The ___________ is the lower house of the Texas Legislature that has 150 members. House Of Representatives
_____ is a set of stories passed down from one generation to the next about traditions, legends, beliefs, and customs of a people group. Folklore
A _____ is a fictitious name used by an author when he wants to hide his or her true identity. pseudonym
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