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| 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 government for the us lasting from 1781-1789 |
| central government | the group that has political control over the whole country |
| republic | a nation in which those who make the laws and run the government are elected by the people |
| represenative | A person who speaks or acts for a group of government. |
| impose | To set as something that needs to be followed, done, or obeyed. |
| ordinance | A regulation, law, decree, or rule, esp. one issued by a city or town. |
| comittee | A group of people chosen to give attention to a particular matter. |
| amend | To change or add to a law, contract, or other docuement. |
| 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 the constitution. |
| unconstituional | Not according to the constitution of a state or country. |
| national | Of or having to do with an entire nation. |