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vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Confederation | A group of states or countries that allows each member to govern themselves, but they work together for a common cause |
| Articles of Confederation | The first written plan of the government for the U.S. lasting from 1781-1789 |
| Central government | The group that has political control over the whole nation. |
| ordinance | a regulation, law, decree, or rule, esp. one issued by a city or town |
| committee | a group of persons chosen to give attention to a particular matter. |
| amend | to charge or add to a law, contract, or other document. |
| veto | to prevent from 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 consititution of a state or country. |
| national | of or having to do with an entire nation. |