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5.2.3 Constitution
5.2.3 Constitution and Citizenship Part 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Articles of Confederation | the first plan for government of the United States |
| Legislative | the branch of government that makes laws; the U.S. Congress |
| Judicial | the branch of government that interprets the laws; the U.S. Supreme Court and other courts |
| Executive | the branch of government that carries out the laws; the U.S. President and his or her administration |
| Ratify | to approve |
| Compromise | both sides of an issue give up something to reach an agreement |
| Preamble | introduction to the constitution of the United States of America |
| Veto | to refuse to approve something |