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Unit 6
Civics & Government Foundations Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Rule of Law | Principle that everyone, including leaders, must follow the law. |
| Civil Trial | A court case involving disputes over money or property. |
| Equal Protection | Laws must apply equally to all people. |
| Suffrage | The right to vote in elections. |
| Loyalist | Colonist who supported Britain during the American Revolution. |
| Patriot | Colonist who supported independence from Britain. |
| Natural Rights | Basic rights including life, liberty, and property. |
| Self‑Government | People create and follow their own laws. |
| Civic Duty | Actions required by law, such as paying taxes or jury duty. |
| Civic Responsibility | Voluntary actions that support the community. |
| Political Participation | Ways citizens take part in government decisions. |
| Civic Virtue | Acting responsibly and for the good of the community. |
| 2nd Amendment | Protects the right to own and carry weapons. |
| 7th Amendment | Guarantees a civil trial by jury in disputes involving money or property. |
| 14th Amendment | Ensures equal protection under the law and fair procedures. |