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New Nations
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 government for the U.S . lasting from 1781-1789. |
| Central government | The group that has political control over the whole government. |
| Republic | A nation in which those who make the laws and run the government that are elected by the people. |
| Representative | A person who speaks or acts for a group or community. |
| impose | To set as something that needs to be done,followed,or obeyed. |
| Ordinance | A regulation,law, rule or decree issued by a city or town. |
| Committee | A group of persons chosen to give attention to a particular matter. |
| Amend | To change or add to a law,contact, or other document. |
| Veto | To prevent from taking affect. |
| 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. |
| Unconstitutional | Not according to the constitution of a state or country. |
| National | Of or having to do with an entire nation. |