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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| confederation | a group of states or countries that allow each member to govern them selves but they work together for a common cause |
| articles of confederation | the first written plan of government for the us lasting from 1781-1789 |
| central government | the group that has political control over the whole country |
| republic | a nation in witch those who make the laws and run the government are elected by the people |
| representative | a person who speaks or acts for a community or group |
| impose | to set as something that needs to be followed ,done, or obeyed |
| ordinance | a regulation, law. decree, or rule one issued by a city or town |
| committee | a group of persons chosen to give attention to a particular matter |
| amend | to change or add a law, contact, or other document |
| veto | to prevent taking effect |
| supreme | having the highest rank,position, or authority |
| delegate | a person who is chosen to speak or act for others |
| constitutional | having to do with a constitution |
| unconstitutional | not according to the constitution of a state or country |
| national | of or having to do with an entire nation |