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Words
| Answer | |
|---|---|
| Republic: | A government where people choose their leaders by voting. |
| Ordinance: | A law or rule made by a city or local government. |
| Depreciate: | To lose value over time. |
| Depression: | A long period when the economy is very bad and many people have no jobs or money. |
| Manumission: | The act of freeing someone from slavery. |
| Proportional: | When something is divided fairly based on size or amount. |
| Compromise: | An agreement where each side gives up a little to reach a solution. |
| Federalism: | A system where power is shared between a national government and state governments. |
| Legislative Branch: | The part of government that makes the laws (in the U.S) |
| Executive Branch: | The part of government that carries out and enforces the laws (led by the President). |
| Electoral College: | The group of people who officially vote for the President and Vice President of the United |
| Judicial Branch: | The part of government that decides what laws mean and makes sure they follow the Constitution (includes the Supreme Court). |
| Checks and Balances: | A system that makes sure no branch of government gets too powerful each branch can limit the power of the others. |
| Amendment: | A change or addition to a law or the Constitution. |
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