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Words For Civics: #3
Word I Need To Know for TMS Civics: Unit 3.
| Word: | Definition: |
|---|---|
| Revise- | To modify |
| Amend- | To change or modify |
| Constitutional Convention- | A meeting of state leaders |
| Delegates- | Representatives |
| Framers | The people who shaped our country's government |
| National/ Federal/ Central- | Refers to the US as a whole |
| Representation- | Number of members acting on behalf of citizens from their state |
| Senate- | Part of Congress and the Legislative branch |
| House- | (House of Representatives) Part of Congress and the Legislative branch |
| Bill of Rights- | First 10 amendments to the Constitution |
| Establish- | Set up or form |
| Guarantees- | A promise to make something happen |
| Equality- | Fair and equal treatment under the law |
| Components- | Parts |
| Majority Rules- | Most votes win. (i.e.- To pass a bill) |