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Chapter 9

The Presidency of George Washington Vocabulary

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A small group of people who are formally chosen to give advice to a government leader. Cabinet
The city that is the official seat of government in a country or state. Capital
A scientist who studies the stars, planets, and other natural objects in space. Astronomer
The level of government that deals with national matters. Central Government
The highest-ranking leader of an organization. Chief Executive
The fixed period of time that something lasts, often referring to how long an elected official holds office. Term
A person whose job is to determine the size, shape, and boundaries of land. Surveyor
A a person in favor of a system of government that has a strong central government. Federalist
The government department responsible for money and taxes. Treasury
Someone or something regarded as an excellent example to follow or imitate. Model
The rights and powers held by individual U.S. states rather than by the federal government. States’ Rights
An organized group of people with similar political beliefs that seeks to influence public policy by getting like-minded candidates elected to public office. Political Party
The title typically given to the chief executive and head of government in a presidential democracy. President
High regard or esteem. Respect
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