bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
CONGRESS 2017-04-27
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- informal groups inside of Congress
- adding riders to a bill that helps your district
- when legislative boundaries are redrawn
- system for choosing committee chairmen
- allocating seats to each state after the census
- model of representation where rep. does what she thinks best
- most powerful member of house
- a bill that allows spending on a project
- when items are added or deleted from a bill
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- temporary committee for a special purpose
- process of determining amount and setting aside money
- I'll vote for your bill if you'll vote for mine
- a model of representation which acts on voter preferences
- clause that allows implied powers
- a committee in charge of taxes and revenue
- when congress reviews the functions of ex departments
- declare war raise an army navy and militia
17 Clues: most powerful member of house • clause that allows implied powers • informal groups inside of Congress • system for choosing committee chairmen • when legislative boundaries are redrawn • a bill that allows spending on a project • temporary committee for a special purpose • a committee in charge of taxes and revenue • declare war raise an army navy and militia • ...
Government (3) 2015-10-02
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- To pick one person from a group of several people by voting
- All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to the governing party
- a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
- A university student who works for the Senate or the House of Commons
- A group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report on it
- the person in charge of a meeting
- A person who speaks for you
- consisting of the Senate, the Monarch and the House of Commons
- bills that are passed by Parliament
- A discussion in which the arguments for and against a matter are presented according to specific rules
- electoral district
- The place a document before the Senate, the house of Commons or a committee for consideration
- A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of the Parliament, and the Governor General through discussion and voting
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- The Upper House of Parliament that is made up of 105 members
- the set of rules that a country like Canada follows to work as a nation
- A king or queen of a country
- A formal event that follows rules or traditions
- a meeting of the Senate or of the House of Commons within a session
- the government's plan for how it will collect and spend money each year
- a proposal for a law to be considered by the Parliament
20 Clues: electoral district • A person who speaks for you • A king or queen of a country • the person in charge of a meeting • bills that are passed by Parliament • A formal event that follows rules or traditions • a proposal for a law to be considered by the Parliament • To pick one person from a group of several people by voting • ...
constitution. 2024-03-01
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- one of the three branches of government?
- what is the missouri legislature?
- what year was the current constitution adapted?
- of rights. What has 35 sections?
- How many constitutions does missouri have?
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- what is the political power source?
- assembly. what can u.s. or missouri government not serve in?
- one of the three branches of government?
- one of the three branches of government?
- state. what was missouri admitted to the union.
- what is the general assembly determined by?
11 Clues: of rights. What has 35 sections? • what is the missouri legislature? • what is the political power source? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • How many constitutions does missouri have? • what is the general assembly determined by? • ...
constitution. 2024-03-01
Across
- one of the three branches of government?
- one of the three branches of government?
- what is the general assembly determined by?
- what is the missouri legislature?
- what year was the current constitution adapted?
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- what is the political power source?
- one of the three branches of government?
- state. what was missouri admitted to the union.
- assembly. what can u.s. or missouri government not serve in?
- of rights. What has 35 sections?
- How many constitutions does missouri have?
11 Clues: of rights. What has 35 sections? • what is the missouri legislature? • what is the political power source? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • How many constitutions does missouri have? • what is the general assembly determined by? • ...
constitution. 2024-03-01
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- one of the three branches of government?
- one of the three branches of government?
- what is the general assembly determined by?
- what is the missouri legislature?
- what year was the current constitution adapted?
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- what is the political power source?
- one of the three branches of government?
- state. what was missouri admitted to the union.
- assembly. what can u.s. or missouri government not serve in?
- of rights. What has 35 sections?
- How many constitutions does missouri have?
11 Clues: of rights. What has 35 sections? • what is the missouri legislature? • what is the political power source? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • How many constitutions does missouri have? • what is the general assembly determined by? • ...
Tic tac toe project 2016-12-16
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- of or relating to a church parish
- jurisdiction/power of a court to adjudicate a case to the exclusion of all other courts
- jurisdiction/ power of a higher court to review decisions and change outcomes of decisions of lower courts
- speech/ speech directed at the overthrow of government. It includes speech attacking basic institutions of government, including particular governmental leaders. Its criminalization dates back at least as far as the Alien and Sedition Act.
- jurisdiction/ powers shared by both states and the federal government
- conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state or monarch.
- an individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.
- rights/ the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
- the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.
- Clause/ he clause in the First Amendment of the US Constitution that prohibits the establishment of religion by Congress.
- an official document attesting a certain fact, in particular
- belonging to a foreign country or nation
- of incorporation/ a constitutional doctrine through which selected provisions of the Bill of Rights are made applicable to the states through the Due Process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.
- of Rights/ the first ten amendments to the US Constitution
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- a published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; a written defamation
- jurisdiction/ the power to hear a case for the first time
- of certiorari/ also the name given to certain appellate proceedings for re-examination of actions of a trial court, or inferior appeals court.
- an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
- Exercise Clause/ the section of the First Amendment italicized here: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof
- opinion/ judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court.
- a calendar or list of cases for trial or people having cases pending.
- a person who brings a case against another in a court of law.
- opinion/ a written opinion by one or more judges of a court which agrees with the decision made by the majority of the court
- opinion/ an opinion in a legal case written by one or more judges expressing disagreement with the majority opinion of the court which gives rise to its judgment
- official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
- process Clause/ deals with the administration of justice and thus the due process clause acts as a safeguard from arbitrary denial of life, liberty, or property by the Government outside the sanction of law.
- courts/a court of limited jurisdiction, and it must appear on the face of its proceedings that it has jurisdiction, or its proceedings
- case/ A court proceeding in which a person who is charged with having committed or omitted an act against the community or state is brought to trial and either found not guilty or guilty and sentenced.
28 Clues: of or relating to a church parish • belonging to a foreign country or nation • official power to make legal decisions and judgments. • jurisdiction/ the power to hear a case for the first time • of Rights/ the first ten amendments to the US Constitution • an official document attesting a certain fact, in particular • ...
Modern American History 2024-09-05
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- -Laws that sought to keep rights from African Americans
- insisted that confederates had committed crimes
- -To protect freedmens rights from presidential vetoes,southern state legislatures and federal court decisions
- -Sought to overturn the black codes by passing this
- -The house of Repasentatives voted to do this to Johnson
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- -The goal was to provide food clothing, health care, and education for both African americans and white refugees in the south
- -in 1864 Congress passed this bill rejecting Lincolns 10 percent plan
- -Vice president of lincoln, came into presidency after lincoln was killed
- Amenment -forbidded any state from denying suffarge on the grounds of race, color, or previous condition of servitude
- When was the Reconstruction
10 Clues: When was the Reconstruction • insisted that confederates had committed crimes • -Sought to overturn the black codes by passing this • -Laws that sought to keep rights from African Americans • -The house of Repasentatives voted to do this to Johnson • -in 1864 Congress passed this bill rejecting Lincolns 10 percent plan • ...
Doc Lowe - Work Life Balance 2023-05-05
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- One of Bill's high school sports
- Bill's wife
- Greek philosopher, wrote the Poetics
- Middle son
- Bill's Favorite philosopher
- Greek playwright, wrote Oedipus Tyrannos
- Fitness class detested by Bill
- Bad boy of Greek playwrights, wrote Medea
- another of Bill's high school sports
- Number of Bill's work wives at Loyola
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- Bill's undergrad institution
- Roman general and Bill's Roman role model
- Bill's graduate school
- Roman epic poet of the AP syllabus
- Youngest son
- Bill's daily amusement
- Bill's granddaughter
- Publishing company where Bill worked
- Bank where Bill worked
- Bill's grandson
- Oldest son
21 Clues: Middle son • Oldest son • Bill's wife • Youngest son • Bill's grandson • Bill's granddaughter • Bill's graduate school • Bill's daily amusement • Bank where Bill worked • Bill's Favorite philosopher • Bill's undergrad institution • Fitness class detested by Bill • One of Bill's high school sports • Roman epic poet of the AP syllabus • Greek philosopher, wrote the Poetics • ...
Connects A Person May & Birthplace 2024-04-14
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- Favorite Spring Flower of Nana
- City of Stumpy
- American civil rights movement: The “_______ ______” begin a bus trip through the South.
- Underground train
- Senator who proudly defied FDR
- She shares a birthday with Audrey Hepburn
- Famous Jazz Pianist
- Bill Bye
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- Daughter of JFK
- Premiere of Film starring Charles Boyer, Ingrid Bergman, Joseph Cotten and Angela Lansbury
- Death Becomes Her Actress
- May's Star Sign
- The first American colony to renounce allegiance to King George III in 1776.
- Day in May when birds are celebrated
- Chinese Zodiac Sign for May
- Full of bull
- An Emperor arrived in Portoferraio on the island of Elba to begin his exile.
- Most Smithsonian Entry Fee
- Construction begins on something connecting the Atlantic and the Pacific
- Gaye Let's Get It On Singer Born in Washington DC
- Late Night Funny Man
- House Place where Presidents live
22 Clues: Bill Bye • Full of bull • City of Stumpy • Daughter of JFK • May's Star Sign • Underground train • Famous Jazz Pianist • Late Night Funny Man • Death Becomes Her Actress • Most Smithsonian Entry Fee • Chinese Zodiac Sign for May • Favorite Spring Flower of Nana • Senator who proudly defied FDR • House Place where Presidents live • Day in May when birds are celebrated • ...
Colonial America 2021-12-03
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- a group of civilians trained to fight in emergincies
- bosses to keep the slaves working
- directed the flow of goods between england and the colonies
- signed the manga carta
- they only produce enough food for their familys
- to sell abroad
- religious rival
- georgia, massachusetts, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north carolina, south carolina, and virginia
- a region of flat, low plains
- massachusetts preacher
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- trade routes that formed a triangle
- a variety
- trading illegally
- investors
- signed the english bill of rights
- white men who owned land
- learning assistants
- brought from foreign markets
- delaware, maryland, and pennsylvania
- established the principle of limited government
- movement that spread idea of knowledge, reason, and science
- ability to read and write
- english preacher
- connecticut and rhode island
- crops that are sold in markets, colonies, and overseas
25 Clues: a variety • investors • to sell abroad • religious rival • english preacher • trading illegally • learning assistants • signed the manga carta • massachusetts preacher • white men who owned land • ability to read and write • brought from foreign markets • connecticut and rhode island • a region of flat, low plains • bosses to keep the slaves working • signed the english bill of rights • ...
Checks & Balances Crossword 2026-03-23
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- Members/Advisors that help the president
- number of years a representative stays in office.
- Branch of Government that has judges
- number of years a president stays in office.
- Branch of Government that includes the President
- Amendment that prohibits soldiers from staying in homes.
- House of ?
- Number of Judges in the Judicial Branch Court.
- number of years a senate stays in office.
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- The Great ___________? It is was led to the two chambers of the Legislative branch.
- Branch of Government that has two chambers and impeaches.
- Chamber of Legislative branch with 100 members
- French general that trained troops during the Revolutionary War.
- Name of the U.S. Government.
- Amendment that prohibits illegal searches
- name of both chambers of the Legislative branch.
- Name of the highest court in the land.
- Bill of?
- Amendment that allows free expression.
19 Clues: Bill of? • House of ? • Name of the U.S. Government. • Branch of Government that has judges • Name of the highest court in the land. • Amendment that allows free expression. • Members/Advisors that help the president • Amendment that prohibits illegal searches • number of years a senate stays in office. • number of years a president stays in office. • ...
American Reconstruction 2021-09-29
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- The Civil Rights Act of 1866 gave _______ to African-Americans
- Lincoln and Congress' way of helping poor Southerners
- These people were a powerful force in Congress
- This amendment gave African-Americans citizenship
- to deny a law
- A group of people who terrorized African-Americans
- Lincoln's plan for reconstruction
- This happened to Andrew Johnson in 1868
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- The bill made by the Radical Republicans
- A new Reconsruction Plan was made on this year
- The Radical Republicans believed that President Johnson violated this
- The fifteenth Amendment gave African-Americans the right to ______
- This amendment ended slavery
- The South's way of controlling newly freed African-Americans
14 Clues: to deny a law • This amendment ended slavery • Lincoln's plan for reconstruction • This happened to Andrew Johnson in 1868 • The bill made by the Radical Republicans • A new Reconsruction Plan was made on this year • These people were a powerful force in Congress • This amendment gave African-Americans citizenship • A group of people who terrorized African-Americans • ...
constitution. 2024-03-01
Across
- one of the three branches of government?
- one of the three branches of government?
- what is the general assembly determined by?
- what is the missouri legislature?
- what year was the current constitution adapted?
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- what is the political power source?
- one of the three branches of government?
- state. what was missouri admitted to the union.
- assembly. what can u.s. or missouri government not serve in?
- of rights. What has 35 sections?
- How many constitutions does missouri have?
11 Clues: of rights. What has 35 sections? • what is the missouri legislature? • what is the political power source? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • one of the three branches of government? • How many constitutions does missouri have? • what is the general assembly determined by? • ...
US Early Documents 2018-11-13
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- Served as a model for Bill of Rights of the Constitution of the United States
- First ten amendments to the US Constitution
- “When in the course of human events…” Stated grievances against King George III, declared the colonies’ independence, affirmed “certain unalienable rights,” affirmed the idea that all people are created equal.
- Established the first form of national government for the independent states, maintained that major powers resided with individual states. Created a weak central government. Led to the writing of the Constitution.
- State freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
- “We the people….”The beginning of the US Constitution, defining the purpose of the Constitution and the US government.
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- Guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists
- Established the structure of the US government and guaranteed equality under the law with majority rule and the rights of the minority protected, affirmed the individual worth and dignity of all people, protecting the fundamental freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
- Established the principle that everyone including king was subject to law; gave Englishmen basic rights and freedoms
9 Clues: First ten amendments to the US Constitution • State freedom of religious beliefs and opinions • Guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists • Served as a model for Bill of Rights of the Constitution of the United States • Established the principle that everyone including king was subject to law; gave Englishmen basic rights and freedoms • ...
Medieval Europe Review 2022-03-21
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- the most significant economic commodity in manorialism
- the Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights set the stage for this type of government
- standards of behavior for knights
- knights fought in these for glory and riches
- started after the fall of the Roman Empire
- king that united the Germanic tribes
- plague that killed millions of people
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- attempts to remove Muslims from the Holy Land
- agreement that the British king would follow basic laws
- where a lord lives
- trials by fire, combat, or water to determine guilt
- total number of Crusades
- peasants that were under the control of a noble
- became a powerful force in Europe
- provided protection for peasants
- became the scapegoat and blamed for the plague
- many Europeans believed the plague was punishment from
17 Clues: where a lord lives • total number of Crusades • provided protection for peasants • standards of behavior for knights • became a powerful force in Europe • king that united the Germanic tribes • plague that killed millions of people • started after the fall of the Roman Empire • knights fought in these for glory and riches • attempts to remove Muslims from the Holy Land • ...
Business Law & Ethics Chapter 13 - Contract Sales 2024-04-10
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- (occurs after an agreed-upon price and concurrent acceptance from the seller))
- (how much something cost)
- (Buyer receives their goods this way)
- goods (goods that fulfill the seller's obligations)
- (Rights to property)
- of sale (written evidence of transfer of ownership of goods))
- of goods (taking physical possession of goods)
- (tangible)
- sellers (do not meet the definition of a merchant)
- (The exchange of goods)
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- (an arrangement with or favor to the buyer)
- to sell (happens in the future)
- goods (goods that don't meet the buyer's specifications or are defective, but might suffice to fulfill a contract)
- (the buyer)
- (the seller)
- (Involves seller and buyer)
- tender rule (a rule that states the tender of goods must match the buyer's order absolutely)
- (regularly deals with specific good or has specialized knowledge)
18 Clues: (tangible) • (the buyer) • (the seller) • (Rights to property) • (The exchange of goods) • (how much something cost) • (Involves seller and buyer) • to sell (happens in the future) • (Buyer receives their goods this way) • (an arrangement with or favor to the buyer) • of goods (taking physical possession of goods) • sellers (do not meet the definition of a merchant) • ...
Constitutions Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle 2021-02-09
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- to describe a thing or express an concept
- outline the main ideas of the founding fathers and help with the structure of our government
- to reject or approve
- most famous amendment bill of rights
- the greater number
- means national
- to rebel from a controlling power
- focus is to interprets the law
- elected head of a republic
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- the smaller number
- try to prove that their client’s side of the story is what really happened
- enforce laws
- Get power from the people
- review deciding what is constitutional
- a group of people appointed for a specific function
- to be chosen or assigned a job
- A form of government in which representatives were elected to make laws
- congress can remove the president if he is not doing his job and there is evidence
18 Clues: enforce laws • means national • the smaller number • the greater number • to reject or approve • Get power from the people • elected head of a republic • to be chosen or assigned a job • focus is to interprets the law • to rebel from a controlling power • most famous amendment bill of rights • review deciding what is constitutional • to describe a thing or express an concept • ...
Keefe Family 2025-10-04
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- Where was the last family reunion held
- Why did the Oleander’s grow so well in the backyard?
- What country did Kaylie live in
- Who is the tallest in our family
- Which of the 8 Keefe kids got in the most trouble?
- How many years between Mike and Tom (oldest/youngest)?
- Who has had the most jobs?
- What’s Laurie’s nickname for her mom?
- What is Pete's profession?
- Who is most likely to keep family traditions alive.
- Keefe dog
- Name of street Betty & Bill House?
- Who is the youngest grandchild of Bill and Betty?
- How many generations are here today
- Who of the 8 Keefe kids has traveled to most countries?
- What holiday was Bill and Betty most known for hosting?
- What is the name of Rob's iPhone case company?
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- Who is the best photographer in the family
- Where was the last family reunion held
- Which of the 8 Keefe kids was the neatest?
- What pie is Bill's favorite?
- Who is the first grandchild of Betty/Bill?
- Who in family is the most recent groom?
- What city did Bill/Betty move to after leaving Iowa
- Who completed the Camino Santiago Walk?
- What major event did Maddie and McKenzie dance for?
- What was Peggy's favorite cartoon? Snoopy
- What was Betty's profession?
- What’s the most common middle name in Keefe Family
- Where did Katlin get married?
- Who was Bill/Betty’s naughtiest grandchild
- Who is going to be a new Grandma in 2026?
- What was Grandma Keefe’s favorite baked item to make her family
- What did Grandpa Bill love most about living in Arizona
- Who always arrives late to family event
- What did Mila and Vance call Pat?
- Who in family us the most recent graduat?
- Where is our family originally from
- Other than Betty/Bill, who has the most kids?
39 Clues: Keefe dog • Who has had the most jobs? • What is Pete's profession? • What pie is Bill's favorite? • What was Betty's profession? • Where did Katlin get married? • What country did Kaylie live in • Who is the tallest in our family • What did Mila and Vance call Pat? • Name of street Betty & Bill House? • How many generations are here today • Where is our family originally from • ...
American Citizenship Crossword 2026-01-05
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- The Judge's co-workers
- 538 electors make up this
- People of the House
- Both a brand and a court
- The President's domain
- Bill of Rights addition
- Blue represents this political party
- "We the people" organization
- A peacekeeping document
- "I don't care who the IRS sends, I am not paying ____" - Peter Griffin
- Meeting in the middle
- One who can cast a ballot
- All about the money (Department)
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- Red represents this political party
- Welcome Home Mr. President!
- Interpreter of laws (Branch of government)
- The independent state's authority
- The US signed one in 1787
- It's all about making laws, really
- Limits of power
- ".gov" site's affiliation
- Rejection from the Oval Office
- Just vote... Just vote...
- Half of Congress
- Local Leader
- One seeking a new home and a better future
26 Clues: Local Leader • Limits of power • Half of Congress • People of the House • Meeting in the middle • The Judge's co-workers • The President's domain • Bill of Rights addition • A peacekeeping document • Both a brand and a court • 538 electors make up this • The US signed one in 1787 • ".gov" site's affiliation • Just vote... Just vote... • One who can cast a ballot • Welcome Home Mr. President! • ...
CE.2b(#2)- Lawmaking Process 2026-01-29
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- the beginning or first experience of something
- one part of Congress
- branch that writes/makes laws
- discussion between people or groups that disagree
- a small group of people with a goal
- an official written idea for a new law
- a person who lives in a place and must follow its laws
- to make a formal choice about something
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- can suggest laws but cannot write them
- a bill can be introduced in ________ part of Congress
- something that needs to be fixed or dealt with
- the result of an action
- the name for both houses of the legislative branch
- an important topic or concern
- made up of two parts like our legislative branch
- branch that signs or vetoes laws
- to talk about a topic
- when through all the steps
- making changes to a bill
- a bill is a ______ law
- an official rule that citizens must follow
21 Clues: one part of Congress • to talk about a topic • a bill is a ______ law • the result of an action • making changes to a bill • when through all the steps • an important topic or concern • branch that writes/makes laws • branch that signs or vetoes laws • a small group of people with a goal • can suggest laws but cannot write them • an official written idea for a new law • ...
Unit 3 Review 2018-04-23
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- and Balances Equal Government Power
- Plan Proposed a strong central government
- Sovereignty A government that is sustained by its people
- Branch Includes the president and enforces laws
- Branch Passes and approves laws, includes congress
- Government Government Power Restricted by law
- Approval of an act or law
- Jersey Plan Proposal for the Structure of the US government
- of Power Division of Government
- Great Compromise An agreement about the new type of government
- Federal Government System
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- Rebellion An armed attack of farmers against high taxes
- Mason Delegate at the US 1787 constitutional convention and Virginia Planter
- Applies the laws in the name of the state, has the supreme court
- Rights The people's freedom to do what and behave how want
- Papers Essays that explained the Articles of Confederation
- Process You have to have 3/4 agree and 2/3 of continental congress
- A Republican government system focused on citizens
- Henry Delegate to the to the Second Virginia Convention, "Give me Liberty of Give me Death"
- of Rights The first 10 Amendments
- Madison Fourth President and Founding Father
- Hamilton Founding Father and US Treasury
- Jay Negotiator of the Treaty of Paris 1783 and Founding Father
- of Confederation The first US constiution
- Fifths Compromise The process for counting slaves as the population
25 Clues: Approval of an act or law • Federal Government System • of Power Division of Government • of Rights The first 10 Amendments • and Balances Equal Government Power • Hamilton Founding Father and US Treasury • Plan Proposed a strong central government • of Confederation The first US constiution • Madison Fourth President and Founding Father • ...
Lindsey's gov crossword 1 2022-01-07
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- leaders of each department
- equal power between branches
- issues that affect the people
- someone with all the power
- a system of balance
- when the government has money left over
- when a country does actions towards other countries
- vote of the people
- the way to become a U.S citizen
- people who don't agree with the constitution
- highest power in country
- law making branch
- people vote to approve/reject a bill/law the government has suggested
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- people who created a government
- members of the democratic party
- the 10 amendments
- the freedom people are given
- commander in chief of the military
- no one is above the law-all equal
- when people reject to buy a product
- to rule
- a final decision
- people buy these with tax added
- head of legislative branch
- collects money and manages money
25 Clues: to rule • a final decision • the 10 amendments • law making branch • vote of the people • a system of balance • highest power in country • leaders of each department • someone with all the power • head of legislative branch • equal power between branches • the freedom people are given • issues that affect the people • people who created a government • members of the democratic party • ...
Spelling List 18 Crossword Puzzle 2021-02-11
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- a single article or object
- not known or seen by others
- to work together as one
- a long book
- usually a combination of fresh vegetables eaten with a dressing
- of Rights the first 10 amendments of the US Constitution
- Branch led by the Supreme Court
- a device designed to do work
- a list or order of events/activities
- separating two objects or regions
- move or cause to move continuously and quickly back and forth
- to do something quickly
- a short period of time
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- to concentrate, to give full attention to
- a reptile
- to leave or depart
- an appliance used for cooking and baking
- a living organism
- the time of day that follows the afternoon
- weather conditions in a specific area
- to clean and shine something
- to accept as true or real
22 Clues: a reptile • a long book • a living organism • to leave or depart • a short period of time • to work together as one • to do something quickly • to accept as true or real • a single article or object • not known or seen by others • a device designed to do work • to clean and shine something • Branch led by the Supreme Court • separating two objects or regions • ...
Missouri Constitution Test 2016-12-21
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- Minimum age to become MO Governor
- Article IV of the MO Constitution
- Article III of the MO Constitution
- Article I of the MO Constitution
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- Article V of the MO Constitution
- Article II of the MO Constitution
- The number of terms the Governor can serve
- The number of witnesses there must be to convict someone of treason
- Sections in the MO Bill of Rights
9 Clues: Article V of the MO Constitution • Article I of the MO Constitution • Article II of the MO Constitution • Minimum age to become MO Governor • Article IV of the MO Constitution • Sections in the MO Bill of Rights • Article III of the MO Constitution • The number of terms the Governor can serve • The number of witnesses there must be to convict someone of treason
'Trick or Treaty' Vocab 2022-10-24
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- Indigenous allies helped British win this war
- Granted to Metis people, either money or land
- A dwelling of a creature found on the East Coast
- A Mi'kmaq word, "adding to our relations"
- Type of Treaties based on respect
- Reserved 1.4 mill. acres for Metis children
- Head of the Metis resistance, alongside Dumont
- Type of treaties that started in early 1970s
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- Outlined the rules for Eur. settlement
- Unified the British colonies in N.Amer.
- Type of treaties, sites chosen by Indig. leaders
- Considered the first 'global war'
- A Two-row Wampum Belt symbolizing an agreement
- A 10-point bill of ______ that was revolutionary
- The Nunavut Land Claims Ag't affected these people
- Battle location of the NW Resistance of '85
- A clause, allowed Indig. access to commerce
- Type of treaties made between 1871 - 1921
18 Clues: Considered the first 'global war' • Type of Treaties based on respect • Outlined the rules for Eur. settlement • Unified the British colonies in N.Amer. • A Mi'kmaq word, "adding to our relations" • Type of treaties made between 1871 - 1921 • Reserved 1.4 mill. acres for Metis children • Battle location of the NW Resistance of '85 • ...
Unit 1 2025-08-19
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- Tea Party (A protest on the taxation of tea)
- (Maintained support for the British Crown)
- ( maximizing exports and minimizing imports)
- (opposed the creation of a stronger government
- Rebellion (A western protest led by Shay)
- Acts (A series of acts)
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- Review (To decide what is constitutional)
- of 1763 (stopped colonists from settling west)
- (Supporters of the U.S. Constitution)
- Massacre (British soldiers firing into a crowd)
- of Confederation (The first constitution)
- States Constitution (The supreme law of the land)
- Purchase (Thousands of miles of land from France)
- vs Madison (established the principle of judicial review)
- Compromise (How slaves would be counted for taxation and representation)
- Ordinance (The framework for the expansion of the Northwest Territory)
- of Rights (The first ten Amendments)
- Affair (incident between the United States and France in 1797-1798)
- (A feeling of devotion to ones country)
- and Sedition Acts (Four highly controversial laws)
20 Clues: Acts (A series of acts) • of Rights (The first ten Amendments) • (Supporters of the U.S. Constitution) • (A feeling of devotion to ones country) • Review (To decide what is constitutional) • of Confederation (The first constitution) • Rebellion (A western protest led by Shay) • (Maintained support for the British Crown) • Tea Party (A protest on the taxation of tea) • ...
Bill of Rights (Alvaro Garcia, Joanna Hernandez, Samantha Garcia) 2022-09-28
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- fair speedy trial
- right to jury
- speech, press, assembly, religion, petition
- state rights
- Guns/ Weapons
- unreasonable search and seizure
- be careful for what you say
- gay rights, abortion rights
- minor felony(lawsuit)
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- this is a main tenant of the tenth amendment
- "Hey are you trying to _____ out of prison?"
- blamed for a crime twice
- document full of laws from the state
- certain restrictions
- militaristic refuge
- I plead the ________
- don't allow troops to be in your home
- the right to own weapons
- being accused of murder/manslaughter
- to take hold
20 Clues: state rights • to take hold • right to jury • Guns/ Weapons • fair speedy trial • militaristic refuge • certain restrictions • I plead the ________ • minor felony(lawsuit) • blamed for a crime twice • the right to own weapons • be careful for what you say • gay rights, abortion rights • unreasonable search and seizure • document full of laws from the state • ...
Chp 7 (158-183) 2022-04-11
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- The Senate and House, must past two chambers.
- Laws made by counties and cities.
- A written proposal for a law.
- Each branch has its own responsibilities and limits the power of the other two.
- A city or town.
- Taxes collected on property, retail sales, public utilities, tobacco, and alcohol.
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- Shares it power with state and local government.
- To discuss, negotiate and compromise on the creation of laws.
- The document used in voting, often mailed or in-person.
- Lawmakers.
- Changes or revisions.
- To try to influence lawmakers to take a specific action.
- The rights and responsibilities of a citizen.
- The process of interpreting laws.
14 Clues: Lawmakers. • A city or town. • Changes or revisions. • A written proposal for a law. • Laws made by counties and cities. • The process of interpreting laws. • The Senate and House, must past two chambers. • The rights and responsibilities of a citizen. • Shares it power with state and local government. • The document used in voting, often mailed or in-person. • ...
Government ~ Brooklyn 2022-02-28
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- The president recommends these to congress
- The cabinet is in this branch
- The president can do this to laws
- This branch interprets laws
- What amendment is the right to bear arms
- The number of requirements to be a Supreme Court Justice
- Congress is in this branch
- The group includes the Senate and House of Representatives
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- You must be this old to become president
- What amendment is the right to stay silent
- The Senate has this many members
- The branch that writes laws
- The Bill of Rights are the first ten ______
- The first section of the Constitution
- The Supreme Court Justices serve for this long
15 Clues: Congress is in this branch • The branch that writes laws • This branch interprets laws • The cabinet is in this branch • The Senate has this many members • The president can do this to laws • The first section of the Constitution • You must be this old to become president • What amendment is the right to bear arms • What amendment is the right to stay silent • ...
Unit 1 - Citizenship, The Constitution, & The Bill of Rights 2023-10-02
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- power of Congress to remove a bad president
- the government is not allowed to take these away
- this Amendment prevents excessive bail or cruel and unusual punishment
- resident of a nation with rights/responsibilities
- powers are split up between different LEVELS of government
- this Amendment provides the freedom of RAPPS
- government elected by the people
- both the 6th and 7th Amendments provide the right to this in criminal and civil cases
- branch of the federal government that makes laws and is known as congress
- this Amendment says individuals have many rights not mentioned in the Constitution
- this Amendment gives powers to states not given to the federal government
- process of becoming a citizen
- Checks and (_______) give each branch specific powers over the other branches
- document that created our government
- branch of the government featuring the Supreme Court
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- this power lets the Supreme Court overturn laws that are unconstitutional
- a government led by a King or a Queen
- only the federal government can print and coin this
- 2nd Amendments gives the right to own...
- this Amendment says you are free from double jeopardy and have the right to remain silent
- body made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives
- some states wouldn't ratify the constitution without this
- head of the executive branch of the federal government
- level of government responsible for collecting trash
- unreasonable search and seizure and warrants with probable cause are required by this Amendment
- presidential power to reject laws they don't like
- the Articles of (________) established the first version of the US government
- this branch of the federal government signs and enforces laws
- this level of government is responsible for conducting elections
- the 3rd Amendment prevents you from mandatory (_______) of soldiers in your home
- before declaring independence, our country was a collection of (_______) colonies
31 Clues: process of becoming a citizen • government elected by the people • document that created our government • a government led by a King or a Queen • 2nd Amendments gives the right to own... • power of Congress to remove a bad president • this Amendment provides the freedom of RAPPS • the government is not allowed to take these away • ...
US History 2023-05-05
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- money for investment
- Original settlers of Maryland
- Changes to the constitution (including the Bill of Rights)
- First permanent US colony
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- the belief that those born in a country are superior to immigrants
- President who expanded suffrage
- severe shortage of food (as through crop failure) resulting in violent hunger and starvation and death
- Lost original colony
- Product monopolized by Britain
9 Clues: money for investment • Lost original colony • First permanent US colony • Original settlers of Maryland • Product monopolized by Britain • President who expanded suffrage • Changes to the constitution (including the Bill of Rights) • the belief that those born in a country are superior to immigrants • ...
Unit 1 List 1 Vocabulary 2022-09-28
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- a way of governing that values order and control over personal freedom
- an authority or power that rules on behalf of the people
- a government that has no limits on the powers of their leaders
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- that which benefits society as a whole which includes health, safety, and welfare
- a form of government where the people hold the power either directly or through elected officials
- a document that includes the fundamental laws and principles by which a country is governed
- a government that limited power through specific documents containing laws
- a statement in a constitution that sets forth the goals and purposes of government
- rights that are outlined in the Constitution/Bill of Rights
- a state of lawlessness and disorder usually resulting from the absence of government
- a form of government where the political power is shared between the Federal government and state governments
- to approve, as in approval of an amendment to the Constitution
12 Clues: an authority or power that rules on behalf of the people • rights that are outlined in the Constitution/Bill of Rights • to approve, as in approval of an amendment to the Constitution • a government that has no limits on the powers of their leaders • a way of governing that values order and control over personal freedom • ...
The Formation of Our Government 2017-05-21
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- Known as “Incident on King Street”.
- First president of the United States.
- Washington’s speech that warned us not to do certain things.
- English colonies where republican government ideas were starting to see the light.
- 1st Constitution of the United States, weak form of government .
- speech that Linciln gave that changed the perspectives of the American citizens on slavery.
- “Great Charter” written in 1215.
- War between Union and Confederacy.
- Creator of the bank of the United States.
- 1st self government.
- Cause of the Civil War.
- Taxed commercial and legal documents.
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- Constitutional compromise that stated that there will be two houses in Congress.
- Who banned colonists from settling West of the Appalachian Mountains.
- Wrote Common Sense and urged colonists to fight for their independence
- Political disagreement that took place between 1765 and 1783
- Founded the modern day Democratic Party.
- Idea that the power of the government is separated into three different branches.
- Wrote Declaration of Independence,
- System setup to ensure that one branch of the government is not more powerful than another.
- Expressed his ideas about, separation between State and Church
- First ten amendments to the Constitution.
- Wrote the Gettysburg address for the people of America.
- Wrote Bill of Rights
- Established America's national government and fundamental laws, and guaranteed certain basic rights for its citizens.
25 Clues: Wrote Bill of Rights • 1st self government. • Cause of the Civil War. • “Great Charter” written in 1215. • Wrote Declaration of Independence, • War between Union and Confederacy. • Known as “Incident on King Street”. • First president of the United States. • Taxed commercial and legal documents. • Founded the modern day Democratic Party. • ...
Vocab Choice Board 2022-04-07
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- The bill of rights are made of ______ments
- spacious, roomy
- still in existence
- World War two was absolute _____.
- The men were going to _____ the corpse into the ground.
- sarcastic
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- to involve in; to connect with or be related to
- The acid was very _______ on the structure.
- (v.) to slap or cuff; to strike repeatedly; to drive or force with blows; to force one's way with difficulty
- to hate
- to differentiate between two or more things
11 Clues: to hate • sarcastic • spacious, roomy • still in existence • World War two was absolute _____. • The bill of rights are made of ______ments • The acid was very _______ on the structure. • to differentiate between two or more things • to involve in; to connect with or be related to • The men were going to _____ the corpse into the ground. • ...
The Constitution At Work 2025-04-07
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- the first ten Amendments of the Constitution
- the national level of government
- the people carry out their power by electing these
- the Army and Navy were established to provide for the ____ ____
- the overall purpose of ____ is to establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, and provide for the common defense
- citizens should stay ______ about national issues
- The federal courts establish _______ for Americans
- a uniform system of laws is enforced by the _______
- the government receives power from the ________
- peace at home
- the freedom to protest is also called this
- this amendment protects the freedom of speech and religion
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- the well-being of everyone
- the opening statement of the Constitution
- this amendment states that no citizen may be denied "due process of law"
- to have a fair trial
- this Amendment was the focus of the Supreme Court case Gideon v Wainright
- Another word for freedom
- the Bill of Rights originally did not apply to this level of government
- voting is a citizen's _______
- the Preamble describes the purposes of the _____
- this branch carries out laws through departments and agencies
- something that is guaranteed to citizens
- in order to ensure a peaceful, democratic society, we must ____ others' rights
- organization that supports the "general welfare"
- To ensure justice, all citizens are entitled to ____ protection of the law
26 Clues: peace at home • to have a fair trial • Another word for freedom • the well-being of everyone • voting is a citizen's _______ • the national level of government • something that is guaranteed to citizens • the opening statement of the Constitution • the freedom to protest is also called this • the first ten Amendments of the Constitution • ...
Article I Section 7: Passing Laws 2020-11-06
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- President can __ ten days and bill becomes law
- the Senate starts these bills
- President has four __ when he gets a bill
- what Congress can do to a vetoed bill
- waiting ten days and Congress adjourns
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- where a bill goes before the second house
- the President does this to make a bill a law
- each house must __ a bill before moving it on
- the House introduces these types of bills
- a proposed law
- fraction needed for approval
- refusing to sign a bill
- what happens to a vetoed bill
13 Clues: a proposed law • refusing to sign a bill • fraction needed for approval • the Senate starts these bills • what happens to a vetoed bill • what Congress can do to a vetoed bill • waiting ten days and Congress adjourns • where a bill goes before the second house • the House introduces these types of bills • President has four __ when he gets a bill • ...
How a Bill Becomes a Law 2024-03-19
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- , The subcommittee recommends bills to the committee.
- , When the members decide to be for or against the bill.
- , An Idea
- , The committee decides what to do with the bills.
- , The bill is sent to the other chamber (House to Senate, Senate to House).
- , Once the bill has gone through all the steps to be sent to the House or Senate.
- , When the bill gets sent to the President.
- , Presidents Denial
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- , Finished Process
- , The bill is placed on the House or Senate calendar for review.
- , The committee gives the bills to either the House or Senate.
- , A written report of a bill that explains its purpose.
- , The House and Senate can still pass a bill that the president Vetos.
- , The house and senate debate what to do with the bill.
- , The subcommittee further studies the bills.
15 Clues: , An Idea • , Finished Process • , Presidents Denial • , When the bill gets sent to the President. • , The subcommittee further studies the bills. • , The committee decides what to do with the bills. • , The subcommittee recommends bills to the committee. • , A written report of a bill that explains its purpose. • , The house and senate debate what to do with the bill. • ...
Princibles of the constitution 2017-12-10
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- Instead of taking part directly , people elect reps to carry out their will
- The federal government only has the powers given to it in the constitution
- The state and federal government share and divide power
- Power from the people, consent of the governed
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- THE BILL OF RIGHTS, rights all people have
- The three branches of government
- Each branch has the power to check or limit the actions of the other two
7 Clues: The three branches of government • THE BILL OF RIGHTS, rights all people have • Power from the people, consent of the governed • The state and federal government share and divide power • Each branch has the power to check or limit the actions of the other two • The federal government only has the powers given to it in the constitution • ...
Crossword EOC Review 1-3 2021-04-13
Across
- Term for a freedman who enters into a farming deal with former owner to work the land and divide the harvest
- Town that sprang up overnight, often in a mining area
- African American troops in the West were called _______ Soldiers
- Republican who won the 1860 Presidential Election
- Thick clumps of grass and soil used to construct houses
- Name of the railroad that was completed in 1869
- Wrote about his experiences as former slave
- Southern white who supported Reconstruction
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- Federal fort in the harbor of Charleston
- Derogatory term for people in the North who arrived to help the freedmen
- Constitutional Amendment that prohibits denial of voting rights on the basis of race
- The government act that granted free land to settlers after improving it for 6 months
- Just after the Civil War, _____ _____ were written by Southern states to prevent freedmen from having the same rights as whites
- The 14th Amendment established everyone's right to Due _______
- Bill which prohibited discrimination based on race
- The enforced separation of different racial groups
- Lincoln's ____________ Proclamation declared that slaves in states in rebellion would be free in January 1863
- Indian tribe native to the Black Hills of South Dakota
- A misguided attempt by the United States to "Americanize" indians was known as the _____ Act
19 Clues: Federal fort in the harbor of Charleston • Wrote about his experiences as former slave • Southern white who supported Reconstruction • Name of the railroad that was completed in 1869 • Republican who won the 1860 Presidential Election • Bill which prohibited discrimination based on race • The enforced separation of different racial groups • ...
100 turning points 2020-10-13
Across
- What was the first state to ratify the constitution
- Calhoun, who began the Nullification Crisis
- Which bank did Andrew Jackson go to battle over
- What's the name of the canal that connects the Hudson and Albany
- What was the main ship the pilgrims sailed to America
- What was the result at the battle of York Town
- Which president signed into law the Indian Removal Act
- of Rights, What major document was drafted in America during 1789
- What famous invention was invented by Samuel Morse
- Who fired the "shot heard around the world"
- Massacre, What happened after a mob harassed British soldiers in 1770
- Who entered American soil in 1492
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- What superstition caused 30 people to be hung in 1692
- What country set fire to Washington DC
- What state did president Jefferson purchase
- Washington, Who helped spark the French and Indian war
- Congress, Who adopted the Declaration of Independence
- Who saved the pilgrims in 1621
- Slaves, Who were taken from their homes and sold in 1619
- Alderman, Who killed king Phillip in 1676
- First English settlement in America
- Who was Marbury debating against in the supreme court
- Scott, Who sued the supreme court in 1857
- Falls, Where was the first female rights convention located
- What valuable metal is discovered all over California
25 Clues: Who saved the pilgrims in 1621 • Who entered American soil in 1492 • First English settlement in America • What country set fire to Washington DC • Alderman, Who killed king Phillip in 1676 • Scott, Who sued the supreme court in 1857 • What state did president Jefferson purchase • Calhoun, who began the Nullification Crisis • Who fired the "shot heard around the world" • ...
American History 2024-09-09
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- - Massachusetts town known for its witch trials in 1692.
- - Communication device introduced by Samuel Morse in 1844.
- - Began in 1619 when the first African slaves were sold in America.
- - The ship that brought Pilgrims to the New World in 1620
- - Native American who helped save the Pilgrims in 1621
- - Territory purchased from France by President Jefferson in 1803.
- - Location of the first women's rights convention in 1848.
- Explorer who arrived in the New world in 1492
- Removal- Policy initiated by Andrew Jackson in 1830, leading to the Trail of Tears.
- - The Continental Congress adopted this important document in 1776.
- - Where the British were defeated in 1781, leading to the end of the Revolutionary War. Constitution - Framework for the U.S. government, drafted in 1787
- - Landmark Supreme Court case in 1803 that established judicial review.
- Philip - Native American leader whose war against settlers began in 1675
- of Rights - First ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, drafted in 1789.
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- - Future U.S. president who ignited the French and Indian War in 1754.
- Canal - Important waterway begun in 1817, connecting New York to the Great Lakes.
- First permanent English settlement in America, founded in 1607
- - Plaintiff in the Supreme Court case that denied citizenship to African Americans in 1857.
- - Location of the 1770 Massacre that increased tensions between colonists and Britain. Lexington - Site of the "Shot Heard Round the World" in 1775.
- Bank - Institution Andrew Jackson battled over in 1832.
- - Crisis sparked by John C. Calhoun in 1828 over states' rights.
- - State where gold was discovered in 1848, sparking a rush of settlers.
22 Clues: Explorer who arrived in the New world in 1492 • - Native American who helped save the Pilgrims in 1621 • Bank - Institution Andrew Jackson battled over in 1832. • - Massachusetts town known for its witch trials in 1692. • - The ship that brought Pilgrims to the New World in 1620 • - Communication device introduced by Samuel Morse in 1844. • ...
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Crossword Puzzle 2020-12-09
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- aka patient self-determination act
- the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____.
- Will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death
- making a mistake/error that could result in an injury
- principles of morality
- written statements that hurt someone else's reputation
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- prevents an insurer from denying coverage due to a specific illness
- knowingly performs a procedure incorrectly due to negligence resulting in an injury
- employer
- employee
10 Clues: employer • employee • principles of morality • aka patient self-determination act • making a mistake/error that could result in an injury • the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____. • written statements that hurt someone else's reputation • Will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death • ...
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Crossword Puzzle 2020-12-09
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- aka patient self-determination act
- the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____.
- Will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death
- making a mistake/error that could result in an injury
- principles of morality
- written statements that hurt someone else's reputation
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- prevents an insurer from denying coverage due to a specific illness
- knowingly performs a procedure incorrectly due to negligence resulting in an injury
- employer
- employee
10 Clues: employer • employee • principles of morality • aka patient self-determination act • making a mistake/error that could result in an injury • the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____. • written statements that hurt someone else's reputation • Will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death • ...
The Constitutional Convention 2025-01-16
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- The method used so knowledged officials can elect the president.
- The final governing document of the U.S.
- What anti-federalists wanted so that people had a more direct impact on the government.
- Compromise of 3 out of 5 slaves were counted to the states total population.
- The last name of who made a major contribution to the ratification of the Constitution by writing, with Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, the Federalist essays.
- Made states have representation equal to their population.
- an uprising against debt collection and tax policies.
- made every state have equal representation.
- Someone who did not support the ratification of the constitution without a bill of rights.
- Colonies got together and established an army and made Washington commander.
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- The ruling document of early America.
- What Federalists wanted so that knowledgeable officials could run the government.
- The only state that did not attend the constitutional convention.
- A list of the rights U.S. citizens have.
- What our government has so that every state has equal representation and has representation based on population.
- The place where the constitution was made.
- Compromise that defined the legislative structure and representation each state would have.
- The last name of one of the most important anti-federalists
- Someone who supported the ratification of the new constitution.
- The last name of America's first president and incredible leader
20 Clues: The ruling document of early America. • A list of the rights U.S. citizens have. • The final governing document of the U.S. • The place where the constitution was made. • made every state have equal representation. • an uprising against debt collection and tax policies. • Made states have representation equal to their population. • ...
Freedom Crossword Puzzle 2022-05-03
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- The Declaration of Independence says all men are created ______
- Main crop of the South in the 1800s.
- Cast a ballot or make a decision.
- People who are forced to work against their will.
- The North and South fought in the _______ war.
- African Americans used the Underground _______________ to get to freedom.
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- To run away from danger.
- The Bill of Rights is part of this important document.
- President
- If you have liberty, you are _______.
10 Clues: President • To run away from danger. • Cast a ballot or make a decision. • Main crop of the South in the 1800s. • If you have liberty, you are _______. • The North and South fought in the _______ war. • People who are forced to work against their will. • The Bill of Rights is part of this important document. • ...
Cablelynx Billing Terms 2026-03-12
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- The payment was placed in the drop box at the local office?
- A payment was made and the service was restored?
- The customer balance was taken via auto pay?
- The fee applied when a change was made to the account?
- The payment posted using the interactive Voice Response tool?
- The fee added about 15 days after the bill is due and no payment posted?
- The date that the bill is due on every month?
- The fee applies when the customer exceeds the allotted amount of data?
- The amount owed at the present moment?
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- The payment was posted to the wrong account?
- The fee applied for paper bill and no autopay?
- The fee printed on the bill for processing a payment?
- The Percentage applied to the balance after bill has been sent to an outside collection agency?
- The Install fee on the bill, it could also appear for a transfer and a reconnect?
- The fee applied if a tech comes to the home to resolve anything the customer can complete?
- the balance owed at the previous address has now applied to the new address?
- The service was suspended due to no payment of the previous bill?
- The System generated term to ignore when explaining bill?
18 Clues: The amount owed at the present moment? • The payment was posted to the wrong account? • The customer balance was taken via auto pay? • The date that the bill is due on every month? • The fee applied for paper bill and no autopay? • A payment was made and the service was restored? • The fee printed on the bill for processing a payment? • ...
HISTORY 2016-04-19
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- the elected executive head of a state of the United States
- a note or guarantee issued by the government
- one of the constituent states of the newly established United Mexican States under its 1824 Constitution
- the term for the fact that the powers of government are divided into three different branches
- an addition to a formal document such as a constitution
- the judicial authorities of a country; judges collectively
- any of various legislative or governing bodies
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- in comparative federalism and comparative constitutionalism reserved powers
- a series of laws in a constitution that protect specific rights of citizens
- the lower house of the United States
- system is regulated, typically those ensuring that political power is not concentrated in the hands of individuals or groups.
- a type of government in witch powers and duties between the states and the national government are shared
- a document that outlines fundamental laws and principals of law
- the highs court of the United State
- the legislative body of a country or state
- having the power to put plans, powers, actions, or laws into affect
16 Clues: the highs court of the United State • the lower house of the United States • the legislative body of a country or state • a note or guarantee issued by the government • any of various legislative or governing bodies • an addition to a formal document such as a constitution • the elected executive head of a state of the United States • ...
Laws & Government 2022-01-25
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- If it is vetoed, the bill can start
- House of
- Evaluates laws
- includes both the House and the Senate
- the judicial branch does this with laws
- President does this to stop a bill from law
- If it passes in the _______, it then goes to the House of Representatives
- number of justices on the Supreme Court
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- the highest court
- Both Houses then vote on it, if it passes it goes to the _________
- before it's a BILL
- before it's a law
- To pass, they will then _______ on it
- Number of branches of government
- The President can veto or ________ a bill
15 Clues: House of • Evaluates laws • the highest court • before it's a law • before it's a BILL • Number of branches of government • If it is vetoed, the bill can start • To pass, they will then _______ on it • includes both the House and the Senate • the judicial branch does this with laws • number of justices on the Supreme Court • The President can veto or ________ a bill • ...
Democracy - 1 2015-10-14
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- the person in charge of a meeting
- the Cabinet is a group of all Ministers (mostly from the House of Commons and at least one from the Senate).
- the governent’s plan for how it will collect and spend money each year
- the agreement by the rpovinces to join together to form the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament
- a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament
- a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
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- to change or improve something; for example, a law or an Act of Parliament
- a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it
- one of two large rooms in the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings
- of two chambers or rooms. Canada’s Parliament is made up of two separate Chambers. They are the Senate and the House of Commons
- the city where a country’s legislature is located and the government carries out its business. The capital city of Canada is Ottawa. Each province and territory also has a capital city and a legislature.
- a formal event that follows rules or traditions
- a group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
- a group made up of all Senators and Members of Parliament from the same political party
14 Clues: the person in charge of a meeting • a formal event that follows rules or traditions • a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament • one of two large rooms in the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings • the governent’s plan for how it will collect and spend money each year • a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country • ...
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Crossword Puzzle 2020-12-09
Across
- knowingly performs a procedure incorrectly due to negligence resulting in an injury
- employer
- principles of morality
- prevents an insurer from denying coverage due to a specific illness
- written statements that hurt someone else's reputation
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- the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____.
- making a mistake/error that could result in an injury
- employee
- aka patient self-determination act
- will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death
10 Clues: employee • employer • principles of morality • aka patient self-determination act • making a mistake/error that could result in an injury • the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____. • written statements that hurt someone else's reputation • will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death • ...
human rights 2025-05-11
Across
- The cultivation of a deep respect for the agency of all individuals
- The capacity to hold space for conflicting rights claims
- The development of skills to navigate ethical dilemmas in rights work
- The understanding that rights education is a continuous journey, not a destination
- The shift from knowing about rights to truly feeling them
- The understanding that rights education is a reciprocal process of learning and sharing
- The bridge built by understanding different lived realities INSIGHT The moment a systemic injustice snaps into focus
- The act of bearing witness, even when uncomfortable
- The act of weaving personal stories into broader rights narratives
- The process of learning to 'read' power dynamics in everyday life LIBERATIONKNOT The understanding that your liberation is bound to others' PATTERNINTERRUPT The act of intentionally disrupting cycles of prejudice
- The art of making abstract rights feel personally relevant
- The process of empowering individuals to become rights holders and defenders
- The language of our fundamental needs, spoken with courage
- The space where assumptions are challenged and dismantled
- The act of finding joy and collective care within rights movements
- The act of creating safe spaces for difficult dialogues about rights
- The understanding that rights are not static, but ______
- The understanding that true justice requires addressing root causes RIGHTSRESILIENCEBUILDING The development of resilience in the face of rights setbacks ADVOCACYCATALYZATION The ability to inspire others to become rights advocates NARRATIVEDECOSTRUCTION The process of learning to deconstruct dominant narratives about power and rights
- The understanding that claiming rights is an act of self-care and community care
- The weight of complicity when rights are violated nearby
- The understanding that rights work requires both urgency and patience
- What education can offer those whose narratives are erased
- The understanding that rights extend beyond legal frameworks
- The ongoing practice of checking your own biases
- The ability to imagine and strive for radically just futures APATHYCONFRONTATION The ethical responsibility to challenge apathy in oneself and others LIVEDRIGHTSREALITY The understanding that rights are not just legal, but deeply personal CRITICALHOPECULTIVATION The process of fostering critical hope, acknowledging challenges while striving for change
- The skill of translating rights principles into concrete action
- The ongoing unfolding of our shared humanity
- The ability to critically analyze the language used to discuss rights
- The ability to listen deeply to understand the rights experiences of others
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- The cultivation of a deep sense of interconnectedness with all beings DIFFERENCEBRIDGING The courage to stand in solidarity across differences NARRATIVERECLAMATION The process of reclaiming narratives that have been silenced or distorted
- The development of inner conviction that rights are worth defending
- The act of intentionally making rights knowledge accessible to all
- The lens through which we see the interconnectedness of suffering
- The process of transforming outrage into strategic action
- The initial stirring that leads to demanding justice
- The ultimate outcome: a deeply internalized commitment to human dignity
- The process of learning to identify and challenge microaggressions as rights violations
- The feeling of possibility when rights are truly realized
- The process of unlearning harmful societal norms that violate rights
- The fertile ground where seeds of justice are sown
- The act of using creative expression to communicate rights issues
- The energy that propels movements for change
- The ability to navigate the complexities of cultural relativism with universal principles
- The quiet strength found in claiming your inherent entitlements DEHUMANIZATIONDEFY The ability to see the human behind the label
- The cultivation of a long-term vision for a rights-respecting world EVERYDAYRESISTANCEPOWER The understanding that even small acts of resistance matter HOPEANDGRIEFNAVIGATION The ability to hold both the pain of injustice and the hope for change
- The ability to connect seemingly disparate struggles for justice
- The tool that helps us see beyond 'us' and 'them' CONSCIENCE The inner compass guiding action for what's right
- The inner nudge that compels you to speak out
- The collective strength that can reshape power
- The quiet knowing of inherent worth ECHOES The echo of silenced voices that education can amplify
50 Clues: The energy that propels movements for change • The ongoing unfolding of our shared humanity • The inner nudge that compels you to speak out • The collective strength that can reshape power • The ongoing practice of checking your own biases • The fertile ground where seeds of justice are sown • The act of bearing witness, even when uncomfortable • ...
4a Crossword 2025-01-13
Across
- The second president of the USA.
- Enslaved people counted as _/5th of a person in the population count.
- The Presidents' advisors.
- The ______ Compromise, combined the Virginia Plan and New Jersey Plan.
- This branch is home to The President.
- This branch is home to The Supreme Court.
- How many Houses do we have in Congress?
- to approve a document like the Constitution.
- This branch is home to Congress.
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- __________ and Balances.
- This is where the Constitutional Convention was located.
- _________ of Confederation-USA's first Government.
- The first President of the USA.
- The president will serve for ____ years.
- The president is known as the "Commander in ______"
- The _____ of Rights are the first ten amendments to the Constitution.
- How many senators per state?
17 Clues: __________ and Balances. • The Presidents' advisors. • How many senators per state? • The first President of the USA. • The second president of the USA. • This branch is home to Congress. • This branch is home to The President. • How many Houses do we have in Congress? • The president will serve for ____ years. • This branch is home to The Supreme Court. • ...
Enlightenment Review 2022-12-13
8 Clues: "Cogito ergo sum" • The opposite of slavery • Latin word for "rose," Nom. S • Featured on the 100 dollar bill • People who want more than they have • All humans have these equally at birth • Our government branches today have this. • This scientist is responsible for the theory of gravity
Cross word puzzle for ss final 2023-05-22
Across
- People who support the Republic party
- The branch that rules if laws are constitutional
- To change the constitution
- Laws put in place to make sure the leader doesn't get two powerful
- The person that wrote the bill of right
- This branch has two houses and makes laws
- The introduction to the constitution
- How the branches of government keep each other from gaining to much power
Down
- This is were they separated different branches of government
- The first 10 rights
- This branch enforces laws
- The people who support the federalist party
12 Clues: The first 10 rights • This branch enforces laws • To change the constitution • The introduction to the constitution • People who support the Republic party • The person that wrote the bill of right • This branch has two houses and makes laws • The people who support the federalist party • The branch that rules if laws are constitutional • ...
Jenna's Missouri Constitution 2024-02-29
Across
- What type of organizations are exempt from taxation?
- What is the maximum amount of years one can serve in the General Assembly?
- What type of people are disqualified from voting?
- What is the most common way that the Missouri Constitution can be amended?
- What is the cut off age for free education in Missouri?
- Which election is held in November of even numbered years?
- How many constitutions has Missouri had?
- Which election is held in August of even numbered years?
- What type of direct democracy is it when voters submit proposed law to the people?
- How many elected officers are in the executive branch?
- Assembly What is the House of Representatives and the Senate together called?
- What does the Missouri budget need to be at the end of each year?
- What is the power the government has to deny a bill?
- Where are Senators and Representatives elected from?
- What kind of governments gain their power from the Missouri State Constitution?
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- What is representation in the General Assembly determined by?
- What type of legislature does Missouri have?
- Who elects members of the General Assembly?
- What is the highest state court in Missouri?
- What is the most common type of city government in Missouri?
- What is the source of power for the government?
- Who has the power to create laws in Missouri?
- What type of employee is not allowed to serve in the General Assembly?
- Which election is held as needed?
- How many sections are in the Missouri Bill of Rights?
- What are judges chosen through in Missouri?
26 Clues: Which election is held as needed? • How many constitutions has Missouri had? • Who elects members of the General Assembly? • What are judges chosen through in Missouri? • What type of legislature does Missouri have? • What is the highest state court in Missouri? • Who has the power to create laws in Missouri? • What is the source of power for the government? • ...
Washington's Presidency 2023-02-23
Across
- What did Washington do to the bill of rights during his presidency?
- How many bills did Washington veto?
- Happened 1791-1794.
- Signed this for peace between Great Britain and the U.S.
- First Vice president.
- He was inaugurated when he was ___.
- This address from Washington is one of the most celebrated addresses in the history of America.
- Washington created the first Presidential ____.
- Washington assigned this to be the first official date of Thanksgiving.
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- Washingtons top advisor.
- Happened May 31, 1790.
- His second inaugural address is the ____ ever delivered.
- Created this tax in 1790.
- Created this act in 1794.
- Washington was the only president in US history to not live here.
15 Clues: Happened 1791-1794. • First Vice president. • Happened May 31, 1790. • Washingtons top advisor. • Created this tax in 1790. • Created this act in 1794. • How many bills did Washington veto? • He was inaugurated when he was ___. • Washington created the first Presidential ____. • His second inaugural address is the ____ ever delivered. • ...
first 5 presidents review 2021-03-03
Across
- a two party system emerged while he was in office.
- what was added while washington was president.
- approved the monroe doctrine.
- people who exsplored the louisiana purchase.
Down
- led the louisiana purchase.
- the first 5 presidents were?
- led the war of 1812.
- made the first american clock.
- the bill of rights were added to the constitution while he was in office.
- who we bought the louisiana teritory from.
10 Clues: led the war of 1812. • led the louisiana purchase. • the first 5 presidents were? • approved the monroe doctrine. • made the first american clock. • who we bought the louisiana teritory from. • people who exsplored the louisiana purchase. • what was added while washington was president. • a two party system emerged while he was in office. • ...
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Crossword Puzzle 2020-12-09
Across
- employer
- Will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death
- knowingly performs a procedure incorrectly due to negligence resulting in an injury
- the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____.
- employee
Down
- making a mistake/error that could result in an injury
- aka patient self-determination act
- written statements that hurt someone else's reputation
- prevents an insurer from denying coverage due to a specific illness
- principles of morality
10 Clues: employer • employee • principles of morality • aka patient self-determination act • making a mistake/error that could result in an injury • written statements that hurt someone else's reputation • the patients' bill of rights was approved by the ____. • Will, patient's desires regarding medical treatment before death • ...
8-7 2022-04-26
19 Clues: did • tip • gave • already • the bill • calculated • the receipt • round it to • add together • the dog barks • piece of paper • the dog barked • Miss, don't use • keep the change • the bill please • can I have the bill • I would like to pay • old way to get servers attention • rude way to get servers attention
Government 2022-10-21
Across
- Under the Articles of Confederation, states could print their own...
- "we the people" is the start to the _______ of the constitution
- argued for the abolition of slavery
- Number of states that had to agree in order to change the Articles of Confederation
- plan favored by large states
- spoke little at constitutional convention (America's first president)
- led call to replace articles of confederation
Down
- America's First Constitution
- "father of the constitution"
- federal law is the ________ law of the land.
- articles of confederation were changed because they were too...
- Article 1 of the constitution establishes ________ branch.
- former American Revolutionary soldiers are mad in Massachussetts
- minimum age to be president
- branch that enforces the laws
- compromise that settles dispute between large and small states
- plan favored by small states
- branch that interprets the laws
- refused to sign Constitution until a bill of rights was added
- branch that makes laws
20 Clues: branch that makes laws • minimum age to be president • America's First Constitution • "father of the constitution" • plan favored by large states • plan favored by small states • branch that enforces the laws • branch that interprets the laws • argued for the abolition of slavery • federal law is the ________ law of the land. • led call to replace articles of confederation • ...
Freedom Week Crossword 2024-09-20
Across
- are seven of these in the constitution
- branch of government that houses the vice president and president-
- of confederation-served as the first constitution
- ruled by one person
Down
- first 10 amendments-Bill of Rights
- compromise- 3 out of 5 slaves were counted in state's population
- fourth of july- independence day
- territory controlled by two levels of government
- king or queen rules
- Locke- philosopher and federalist
10 Clues: king or queen rules • ruled by one person • fourth of july- independence day • Locke- philosopher and federalist • first 10 amendments-Bill of Rights • are seven of these in the constitution • territory controlled by two levels of government • of confederation-served as the first constitution • compromise- 3 out of 5 slaves were counted in state's population • ...
bill of rights by abby and Joseph 2024-03-01
Across
- small part of kidney that filters blood
- body system that brings in 02 and removes C02
- uses 02 to break apart glucose
- tiney air sacs in lungs
- tubs that connect the bladder and kdnes
Down
- body system that regulates liquade in the blood
- space in chest
- substance that porivd nutrens
- organs that break down food
- origen that filters blood
- Exeter tube
- liquade waste
12 Clues: Exeter tube • liquade waste • space in chest • tiney air sacs in lungs • origen that filters blood • organs that break down food • substance that porivd nutrens • uses 02 to break apart glucose • small part of kidney that filters blood • tubs that connect the bladder and kdnes • body system that brings in 02 and removes C02 • body system that regulates liquade in the blood
3RD GRADE GOVERNMENT REVIEW 2022-05-04
Across
- - Form of government, people have the power to make decisions
- - people who live in a community
- - stop a bill from passing
- - this branch makes laws
- - 10 basic freedoms
- - Make laws and provide services to keep communities safe, organized, and clean.
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- - money collected by the government to pay for things
- - tells how to run government and what the rights of the citizens are
- - actions that show the character traits of a good citizen
- - this branch approves laws
- - rules made by the government
- - this branch checks the laws
12 Clues: - 10 basic freedoms • - this branch makes laws • - stop a bill from passing • - this branch approves laws • - this branch checks the laws • - rules made by the government • - people who live in a community • - money collected by the government to pay for things • - actions that show the character traits of a good citizen • ...
The Enlightenment 2021-03-08
Across
- An advanced type of math that studies change
- betrayal of one's country
- to get something at where it is made
- the thing that keeps us on earth
- a priest who carries out religous dutys
- right that every person is born with and that can not be taken away
- A disease outbreak in many regions
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- A person who sees the worst in a situation
- to do something that has never been done before
- an expert in a specific academic subject
- a person who repersents goverment
- To accept or endure
- the ability to think logaicaly
- of rights laws that protect the freedom of a citizen
- a representative
15 Clues: a representative • To accept or endure • betrayal of one's country • the ability to think logaicaly • the thing that keeps us on earth • a person who repersents goverment • A disease outbreak in many regions • to get something at where it is made • a priest who carries out religous dutys • an expert in a specific academic subject • A person who sees the worst in a situation • ...
EOC REVIEW! 2014-04-18
Across
- Speech A more informed society has resulted from which Constitutional protection?
- A change to the Constitution
- Government ruled by a king or queen
- Type of government either run by the people directly or indirectly
- Type of government ruled by one person
- Considered the Father of the Constitution
- The idea there was NO need for a Bill of Rights was common among which group?
- Review Established by the court case Marburry v. Madison
- Ancient civilization in which the Founding Fathers modeled the US government after
- Name of the country from which the United States won independence from
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- Sovereignty Term for when the people hold the power
- No government or laws. Everyone is in control of themselves.
- The separation of power between the state and local government
- Information released by a political group to sway public opinion
- States that everyone must follow the law
- Government run by a small group, political party, social class, etc.
- The document that sets the framework for how our country should be run
- Tends to favor tax increases for new social programs
- Term to describe a person born or naturalized in the United States
- Philosopher who came up with the idea of separation of power between branches of government
- Tends to be conservative
- Last name of the man who founded the idea of natural law and natural rights
22 Clues: Tends to be conservative • A change to the Constitution • Government ruled by a king or queen • Type of government ruled by one person • States that everyone must follow the law • Considered the Father of the Constitution • Sovereignty Term for when the people hold the power • Tends to favor tax increases for new social programs • ...
Civics Review Chapter 1-7 2026-02-04
Across
- Legislature with two houses
- Branch that determines the constitutionality of laws
- People who make the laws
- A pamphlet made to get people to become independent
- The government system of the USA
- member of Congress who must be a citizen for 9 years
- Wrote the constitution
- persons who get paid to get the government to fund their interest group
- how the government checks each other to make sure one part isn't to powerful
- a place with a defined government and territory line
- talking about a bill until its time runs out
- Leader of the judicial branch
- created the separation of powers
- member of Congress whose term is 2 years
- term of office for a senator
- Someone who favors the constitution
- The study of how nations and people use their resources
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- The first government the US used
- a law that hasn't been passed yet
- created the philosophy that people deserved natural rights
- the chief of the executive branch
- Document that freed the colonies from the British
- someone who dislikes the constitution
- The branch of the US government that makes laws
- How monarchs would justify their power
- Branch that enforces the laws
- Father of communism
- term for a House Of Rep. Member
- A place with people who share cultures and traditions
- Father of Capitalism
- Believed men were evil and created the social contract philosophy
31 Clues: Father of communism • Father of Capitalism • Wrote the constitution • People who make the laws • Legislature with two houses • term of office for a senator • Branch that enforces the laws • Leader of the judicial branch • term for a House Of Rep. Member • The first government the US used • The government system of the USA • created the separation of powers • ...
Rights Revision 2024-10-20
Across
- the method used for changing the wording of the Australian Constitution
- basic freedoms or standards that promote and uphold the dignity of all people, and are guaranteed by a moral sense of duty or by the law
- the right of a group or race of people to make decisions about their own lives according to their own view, values and beliefs
- a system of government in which members of parliament are voted in by the people, and represent the wishes of the people
- a Latin term meaning ‘beyond the powers’; a law made beyond (i.e. outside) the powers of the parliament
- a proposed law that has been presented to parliament to become law
- rights that are stated in the Australian Constitution. These rights are entrenched, meaning they can only be changed by referendum
- the upper house of Commonwealth Parliament
- to abolish or cancel a law (e.g. the cancellation of common law by passing an Act of Parliament)
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- law made by judges through decisions made in cases
- a political system in which the people elect members of parliament to represent them in government
- a set of rules and principles that guide the way Australia is governed
- rights that are not expressly stated in the Australian Constitution but are considered to exist through interpretation by the High Court
- Latin term meaning ‘empty land
- to collect all law on one topic together into a single statute
- law made by parliament
16 Clues: law made by parliament • Latin term meaning ‘empty land • the upper house of Commonwealth Parliament • law made by judges through decisions made in cases • to collect all law on one topic together into a single statute • a proposed law that has been presented to parliament to become law • a set of rules and principles that guide the way Australia is governed • ...
Constitution Crossword 2022-01-19
Across
- The final authority in matters of law?
- People accused of crimes are ensured the right to trial by ___
- Powers not listed in the Constitution are reserved to
- What form of commerce can states regulate?
- What can the President suggest to Congress?
- ___ bills must begin in the House of Representatives?
- The Senate majority leader
- Fraction of state legislatures needed to ratify the amendment
- Current U.S. Representative from NJ’s fifth district
- the ___ amendment repealed the 21st.
- branch that creates the lower federal courts
- Fraction of Congress needed to propose an amendment
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- What can the President grant to federal offenders?
- The idea that the US government divides powers between national and state governments
- Who the President appoints in the judicial branch
- ___ rights were granted for former slaves in the 15th amendment?
- Current US Senator from New Jersey
- The provision of lodgings for soldiers that is limited in the bill of rights is called what?
- Federal and state governments can both borrow ___
- How long do judges hold office for?
- What form of commerce can the federal government regulate?
- What type of trials can the Senate hold?
- ___ were given the right to vote in the 19th amendment
- Number of years required to be a resident of the United States to be President
- Difference between age requirements of the House and Senate?
25 Clues: The Senate majority leader • Current US Senator from New Jersey • How long do judges hold office for? • the ___ amendment repealed the 21st. • The final authority in matters of law? • What type of trials can the Senate hold? • What form of commerce can states regulate? • What can the President suggest to Congress? • branch that creates the lower federal courts • ...
Rights 2013-04-10
Across
- …..of the family-A person who is in charge.
- position Made up of or carried out by persons having high rank or status:
- physical strength
- A hundred years ago man was the……who treated his family as his private property
- be the hub of the universe
- the work of taking care of children until they are old enough to look after themselves:
- Men were …. rulers. Aperson, especially a ruler, who has unlimited power over other people, and often uses it unfairly and cruelly
- to the new realities
- Women didn’t have money so they were…..on men.
- the job or series of jobs that you do during your working life, especially if you continue to get better jobs and earn more money
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- housework: cleaning,cooking
- a woman whose work is inside the home, doing the cleaning, cooking, etc., and who usually does not have any other job
- Started at the end of the 19th century.Women were given more rights thanks to it.
- the legal right or duty to care for someone or something, especially a child after its parents have separated or died:
- … Family- a family group that consists only of father, mother, and children
- out of parents not legally married to each other:
- shouldn't a woman have a job after years of child-rearing?
- duties
- the raising of children and all the responsibilities and activities that are involved in it
- the member of a family who earns the money that the family needs:Men are often expected to be the ……in a family.
- for example a child to not give enough care or attention to people or things that are your responsibility
21 Clues: duties • physical strength • to the new realities • be the hub of the universe • housework: cleaning,cooking • …..of the family-A person who is in charge. • Women didn’t have money so they were…..on men. • out of parents not legally married to each other: • shouldn't a woman have a job after years of child-rearing? • ...
25 Turning Points 2022-10-05
Across
- continental congress adopts the declaration of independence when?
- A trial that killed people that were suspected to be witches?
- The Boston Massacre happened what year?
- What super negative thing started in America 1619?
- Vitory of a battle in 1781?
- Supreme Court decides it's Supremacy with______in 1803?
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- What war starts after a settler kills a Native American in 1675?
- James town was founded in what year?
- George Washington ignites what in 1754?
- What arrives to America in 1620?
- Who arrives to the "New World" in 1492?
- Bill of _____ drafted in 1789?
12 Clues: Vitory of a battle in 1781? • Bill of _____ drafted in 1789? • What arrives to America in 1620? • James town was founded in what year? • The Boston Massacre happened what year? • George Washington ignites what in 1754? • Who arrives to the "New World" in 1492? • What super negative thing started in America 1619? • Supreme Court decides it's Supremacy with______in 1803? • ...
Constitution Crossword 2024-05-08
Across
- where the supreme court interprets laws
- dividing power between the national government and the state government
- the fourth president of the USA and helped write the bill of rights
- gives each branch of the government different powers
- where the leader has specific things the constitution prevents them from doing
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- support in elected representatives
- where Congress makes laws
- the first 10 amendments in the constitution
- the introduction to the constitution
- makes the branch's divided up with separate powers
- a change to the constitution
- the branch where the president executes laws
12 Clues: where Congress makes laws • a change to the constitution • support in elected representatives • the introduction to the constitution • where the supreme court interprets laws • the first 10 amendments in the constitution • the branch where the president executes laws • makes the branch's divided up with separate powers • ...
ESOP Crossword 2023-03-28
Across
- 401K, Roth, and ESOP are all _____ accounts
- One of our customer bill of rights, _____ gracefully
- 'I ______ effectively and with composure'
- What's the E in EBITA stand for?
- Federal law that sets minimum standards and protections for participants in retirement and health plans in the private industry
- ESOP Stands for Employee _____ Ownership Plan
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- How many states does TMT operate in?
- Greater goals achieved through relationships with others
- Always strive for a first person _______
- Vesting Percentage after 4 years
- Inspiring each other to take ________ of our potential
- Practice ______ Management
12 Clues: Practice ______ Management • Vesting Percentage after 4 years • What's the E in EBITA stand for? • How many states does TMT operate in? • Always strive for a first person _______ • 'I ______ effectively and with composure' • 401K, Roth, and ESOP are all _____ accounts • ESOP Stands for Employee _____ Ownership Plan • One of our customer bill of rights, _____ gracefully • ...
The Simple Gift 2023-08-25
Across
- billy's last name
- caitlin's friend, starting with K
- 'old___' - homeless man
- activity caitlin was doing when she first met billy
- the main theme of the book
- librarian
- where did billy and old bill get a job?
- cailtin's friend, starting with P
- where does billy move to?
- what does old bill give to billy
- rich girl
- 'mr. _____' - best teacher at this school
- the main character
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- what is the first poem of the book?
- cailtin's last name
- train driver
- old bill calls his carriage the 'bendarat _____'?
- old bill's daughter
- where did billy grow up?
- last name of the author
- where do billy and caitlin meet?
- what colour was the ring that billy bought caitlin?
- billy's dog's name
23 Clues: librarian • rich girl • train driver • billy's last name • billy's dog's name • the main character • cailtin's last name • old bill's daughter • 'old___' - homeless man • last name of the author • where did billy grow up? • where does billy move to? • the main theme of the book • where do billy and caitlin meet? • what does old bill give to billy • caitlin's friend, starting with K • ...
fundamental predicable 2021-10-20
Across
- government is not all powerful
- the people elect public office holders to make laws
Down
- was served as a model for the bill or rights
- this document gave us the principle of rule of law
- citizens give authority to the government
- established structure for the united states government
- action by general assembly or constitutional convention
- everyone including government officials have to follow the law
- expresses the reasons why the constitution was written
- first form of national government
- the people rule
11 Clues: the people rule • government is not all powerful • first form of national government • citizens give authority to the government • was served as a model for the bill or rights • this document gave us the principle of rule of law • the people elect public office holders to make laws • established structure for the united states government • ...
Bill of Rights, Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution 2022-04-06
Across
- this amendment prevents the quartering of troops in people's homes
- this amendment prevents unwarranted searches and seizures
- a government that has restrictions on what it can and cannot do
- the Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, and Constitution were all written and passed in this city
- this amendment protects rights not listed in the Constitution
- this amendment grants people the right to form a militia and own weapons
- this amendment states that all powers not assigned in the Constitution are reserved to the states
Down
- first ten amendments to the constitution
- articles of ___________________, the first (failed) government of the USA
- this amendment protects people against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, and eminent domain
- a government that has no restrictions on what it can and cannot do
- this amendment guarantees a speedy trial, grants access to a lawyer, and requires a person to be informed of the charges against them
- this amendment protects against excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishments
- this amendment allows access to a civil trial with a jury
14 Clues: first ten amendments to the constitution • this amendment prevents unwarranted searches and seizures • this amendment allows access to a civil trial with a jury • this amendment protects rights not listed in the Constitution • a government that has restrictions on what it can and cannot do • this amendment prevents the quartering of troops in people's homes • ...
Layer C 2025-02-28
Across
- of Representatives- 1st house of legislative Branch
- 2nd house of American legislative Branch
- of Rights- First 10 amendments
- official change, correction, or addition to a law
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- and Balances- Prevents any branch of getting too powerful
- Rebellion- Protest because high taxes
- Determines powers and duties of a gov.
- Branch- Proposes bills and passes them into laws
- Jersey plan- Proposal to create a unicameral legislature with equal representation
9 Clues: of Rights- First 10 amendments • Rebellion- Protest because high taxes • Determines powers and duties of a gov. • 2nd house of American legislative Branch • Branch- Proposes bills and passes them into laws • official change, correction, or addition to a law • of Representatives- 1st house of legislative Branch • and Balances- Prevents any branch of getting too powerful • ...
Bill Gates 2025-10-23
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- Bills fathers name
- Bills sons name
- Bills net worth
- Bills elementary school
- Bills mothers name
- Bills Age
- What did Bill want when he was younger
- What month Bill was born
- Bill gates major
- Where Bill was born
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- Bills college
- Bills wife's age
- What Bill went to college for
- Bills friend who passed away
- Bills Highschool
- Bills company
- Bill's daughters name
- Bills first job
- Bills other daughters name
- Bills wife
20 Clues: Bills Age • Bills wife • Bills college • Bills company • Bills sons name • Bills first job • Bills net worth • Bills wife's age • Bills Highschool • Bill gates major • Bills fathers name • Bills mothers name • Where Bill was born • Bill's daughters name • Bills elementary school • What month Bill was born • Bills other daughters name • Bills friend who passed away • What Bill went to college for • ...
US Government Crossword Puzzle 2025-09-27
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- the power and legitimacy of a government is derived from the consent of its people
- To approve a law, document, etc, making it officially valid
- the branch of government that Enforces and carries out the laws, made up of the president and his cabinet
- The people vote on representatives to rule on their behalf
- an uprising that led to a wide spread belief that the US needed a stronger government
- the branch of government that Judges whether laws and cases are constitutional, interprets the laws
- an agreement about how to represent each state, big and small, in the legislative branch
- the United States' 1st written constitution, weak central government, prioritized state power
- Were concerned that the Constitution would make our federal government too strong. They insisted on a Bill of Rights.
- the branch of government that Congress (Senate and House of Representatives) makes laws, declares war, and taxes citizens
- Government power is shared between 3 branches, each having a specific role
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- established a framework for governing the land north and west of the Ohio River, allowing for orderly westward expansion and the admission of new states on an equal footing with existing ones
- an addition or change to the Constitution
- The legal process by which a foreign national voluntarily becomes a citizen of a country they were not born
- a compromise between slave states and free states. It determined that 3 of every 5 slaves would count in the population that determined representation in Congress
- the first Amendments made to the Constitution stating specific rights to American citizens
- The power to reject legislation, held by an executive power, like the president.
- Each branch has power to limit the actions of the other two branches, preventing any one branch from becoming too powerful
- The highest court in the United States. Judges are appointed for life.
- Supported the Constitution and a strong federal government
- a proposed law. It may be voted into law or may not.
21 Clues: an addition or change to the Constitution • a proposed law. It may be voted into law or may not. • The people vote on representatives to rule on their behalf • Supported the Constitution and a strong federal government • To approve a law, document, etc, making it officially valid • The highest court in the United States. Judges are appointed for life. • ...
Texas Legislature 2019-06-12
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- Type of equality required by the one person, one vote rule
- A formal accusation of misconduct
- Minimum age to be a representative
- An attempt to kill a bill through excessive debate
- A word describing the frequency of regular sessions
- Appoints committee chairs in the Senate
- A partial veto
- Total number of Senate districts
- Decides the agenda for special sessions
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- Decides if an impeached official will be removed
- Total number of people who represent you in the Legislature
- Type of bill that may be partially vetoed
- To kill a bill by "burying" it in committee
- Committee to reconcile House-Senate differences
- A two-house legislature
- Assigns bills to House committees
- A senator's term of office
- Type of vote required to amend a bill on its third reading
- Stalling by proposing excessive amendments
19 Clues: A partial veto • A two-house legislature • A senator's term of office • Total number of Senate districts • A formal accusation of misconduct • Assigns bills to House committees • Minimum age to be a representative • Appoints committee chairs in the Senate • Decides the agenda for special sessions • Type of bill that may be partially vetoed • ...
US education + guns 2014-05-07
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- a degree that won't earn you much money
- a reason why more people now need college degrees
- a small group which is different from most people
- activities that are not part of a class
- a new addition to a law
- important because it teaches young people to compete
- usually given to poor, but talented youngsters
- what you study for at university
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- the first stage of "real" school
- a reason why affirmative action was introduced
- money you pay to go to school
- the subjects that are taught at a school
- piece of paper that states people's rights and duties
- can be lethal
- when you sucessfully finish educating
- a degree that will earn you a lot of money
- a proposition for a new law
- can also mean university
- the most powerful court
19 Clues: can be lethal • a new addition to a law • the most powerful court • can also mean university • a proposition for a new law • money you pay to go to school • the first stage of "real" school • what you study for at university • when you sucessfully finish educating • a degree that won't earn you much money • activities that are not part of a class • ...
Constitution Chapter 5 Questions 2021-09-30
Across
- who had the most power under the Articles of Confederation?
- which branch of the feudal government makes the laws?
- this plan was the same as the Virginia Plan but had these differences: legislature would only have one house instead of 2 and the voting in that house would be equal for all states
- where was the Constitutional Convention held?
- what pamphlets were written to support the ratification of the Constitution?
- what group authored the Articles of Confederation
- A rebellion against the State of Mass. b/c of high taxes, led by Daniel Shays, a farmer
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- who had the most power under the Constitution
- who was elected president of the Constitutional Convention?
- which branch of the feudal government interprets the laws?
- which branch of the feudal government enforces the laws?
- who created the Virginia Plan?
- who helped to create the Wilderness Road?
- amendments to the Constitution that protect individual rights
- Plan this plan broke the government into three branches; legislative, executive, and judicial and the legislative branch would have 2 houses
- who wrote the Bill of Rights
- what states insisted on a Bill of Rights before they would ratify the Constitution?
- what group favored the ratification of the Constitution?
- means to pass or accept
19 Clues: means to pass or accept • who wrote the Bill of Rights • who created the Virginia Plan? • who helped to create the Wilderness Road? • who had the most power under the Constitution • where was the Constitutional Convention held? • what group authored the Articles of Confederation • which branch of the feudal government makes the laws? • ...
Democracy 30 2015-10-10
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- Constituency, electoral district
- A group of all Senators and MPs from the same party
- A university student who works for the Senate/House
- One with full political/civil rights in his/her country
- Debates of the Senate/House of Commons Debates
- The symbol of power and authority
- A person living where represented by a MP
- A group of all Ministers
- A king or queen
- To change or improve something
- The periods into which a Parliament is divided
- To pick one person by voting
- The person in charge of a meeting
- A proposal for a law to be considered
- To choose a representative in an election
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- The government's plan for how to manage money each year
- A proposal to do or to order something to be done
- A formal event following rules and traditions
- One of two large rooms in the Centre Block
- The process of choosing a representative by vote
- A meeting of the Senate/House within a session
- A discussion for and against a subject
- A person appointed to the Upper House
- The city of a country's legislature
- The stages of a bill being debated before becoming law
- Of the Senate AND House, the one who keeps order
- The Upper House
- The Member keeping others informed of the Chamber's business
- To place a document for consideration
- A rule for all Canadians
30 Clues: A king or queen • The Upper House • A group of all Ministers • A rule for all Canadians • To pick one person by voting • To change or improve something • Constituency, electoral district • The symbol of power and authority • The person in charge of a meeting • The city of a country's legislature • A person appointed to the Upper House • To place a document for consideration • ...
GA Laws (Food and Drugs) 2024-04-16
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- Branch responsible for enforcing laws
- Another word that describes what Preamble means
- Branch responsible for enacting laws
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- Article of GA state Constitution where Bill of Rights found
- # Constitution Ga approved in 1983
- Word that describes Georgia's state Constitution
- Branch that interprets laws
- State adopted its first Constitution in 1777
8 Clues: Branch that interprets laws • # Constitution Ga approved in 1983 • Branch responsible for enacting laws • Branch responsible for enforcing laws • State adopted its first Constitution in 1777 • Another word that describes what Preamble means • Word that describes Georgia's state Constitution • Article of GA state Constitution where Bill of Rights found
Aiden McNeil Congress Choice Board 2024-03-12
Across
- Fourth step of a bill becoming a law
- Minimum age to run for senate
- 27 powers called Congress's __________ powers
- How many Senators per state
- The "upper" house
- Induvial lawmaker
- 535 members
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- Second step of a bill becoming a law
- Third step of a bill becoming a law
- First step of a bill becoming a law
- Body of lawmakers
- The branch including the president
- 435 members
- Congress has the _______ clause
- Keep discussion going so no vote happens
15 Clues: 435 members • 535 members • Body of lawmakers • The "upper" house • Induvial lawmaker • How many Senators per state • Minimum age to run for senate • Congress has the _______ clause • The branch including the president • Third step of a bill becoming a law • First step of a bill becoming a law • Second step of a bill becoming a law • Fourth step of a bill becoming a law • ...
Bill of rights 2023-11-27
4 Clues: No _______ punishments • Americans have the right to ____ Arms • protects the rights of ______ and seizure • The first amendment protects speech and ______
Bill of rights 2023-11-27
BIll of rights 2023-10-23
4 Clues: Rights to bear arm • You have the ___ to a speedy and public trial • How many amendments are in the bill of rights? • If you are a defendant, you have the right to a ___
Chapter 7 Vocab Crossword 2026-02-13
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- Limits or prohibits amendments to a bill during debate in the House.
- Provides the actual funding for federal programs and agencies.
- Laws that apply to a specific person or organization rather than the public (for example, granting citizenship to one individual).
- When members of Congress help individual constituents solve problems with the federal government.
- Individuals hired by interest groups to influence lawmakers.
- A legislative measure that requires approval by both the House and Senate and usually the president’s signature; often used for amendments to the Constitution or temporary matters.
- Proposed laws that apply to the entire country or general population.
- The president’s formal rejection of a bill passed by Congress.
- Passed by both chambers but does not require the president’s signature; often used to set the budget or express opinions.
- When lawmakers agree to support each other’s bills to get their own bills passed.
- Government programs that guarantee benefits to eligible individuals (such as Social Security or Medicare).
- Organized groups that try to influence government policies to benefit their members.
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- A meeting held by a congressional committee to gather information and hear testimony about a proposed bill.
- Establishes or continues a federal program or agency and sets guidelines for spending.
- A measure passed by only one chamber (House or Senate) that does not require the president’s signature; often used for rules or internal matters.
- Laws that provide government spending for projects in a legislator’s district to please voters.
- An unrelated amendment added to a bill that is likely to pass.
- To change or modify a bill.
- Allows members of the House to propose amendments to a bill during debate.
- A temporary law that allows the government to keep operating when the budget has not been approved.
- When the president does not sign a bill within 10 days and Congress adjourns, so the bill does not become law.
- Funds set aside in a bill for a specific project in a lawmaker’s district.
22 Clues: To change or modify a bill. • Individuals hired by interest groups to influence lawmakers. • Provides the actual funding for federal programs and agencies. • An unrelated amendment added to a bill that is likely to pass. • The president’s formal rejection of a bill passed by Congress. • Limits or prohibits amendments to a bill during debate in the House. • ...
Quarter 1 Week 9 Assessment Review 2023-09-28
Across
- Amendment that protects against double jeopardy, self-incrimination, and due process
- The state of mind and intent of the person committing the actus reus
- Crimes against property
- Crimes against public morals
- Amendment that gives The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures
- Rule that no evidence shall be admitted into a criminal trial that was obtained in violation of constitutional rights
- What is the term for the process through which a written bill is sent to a congressional committee, voted on in the House, then sent to the Senate, and finally signed by the President to become a law,
- Crimes against public order
- case allows law enforcement officers to stop and frisk individuals if they have reasonable suspicion of criminal activity.
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- An in-depth examination of a particular subject defines which of the following?
- Coolidge v. New Hampshire, the Supreme Court examined the application of the "____________" doctrine.
- "due process rights for juveniles."
- Case that reinforced and expanded the application of the exclusionary rule.
- The actions of the person committing the crime
- Crimes against habitations
- Crimes against person (theft with force)
- What is the highest classification of a crime?
- emphasizes the principle of "reasonable detention." "No longer than necessary"
18 Clues: Crimes against property • Crimes against habitations • Crimes against public order • Crimes against public morals • "due process rights for juveniles." • Crimes against person (theft with force) • The actions of the person committing the crime • What is the highest classification of a crime? • The state of mind and intent of the person committing the actus reus • ...
Government Vocabulary 2023-02-24
Across
- The first ten amendments in the Constitution.
- The laws of the federal government.
- The branch that executes laws. They also have the power to veto a law.
- The state government and federal government’s relationship
- A change to a law.
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- The branch that makes and proposes laws
- The branch that interprets law in court.
- A portion of land in a country.
- A person who was elected to lead a state.
- To formally approve.
- To decline a proposed law.
11 Clues: A change to a law. • To formally approve. • To decline a proposed law. • A portion of land in a country. • The laws of the federal government. • The branch that makes and proposes laws • The branch that interprets law in court. • A person who was elected to lead a state. • The first ten amendments in the Constitution. • ...
unit 2 vocab 2022-01-18
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- a form of government in which a head of government leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch in systems that use separation of powers. This head of government is in most cases also the head of state.
- a system of democratic governance of a state where the executive derives its democratic legitimacy from its ability to command the support of the legislature, typically a parliament, to which it is accountable.
- an English philosopher and physician, widely regarded as one of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers and commonly known as the "Father of Liberalism".
- a system of government in which laws, policies, leadership, and major undertakings of a state or other polity are directly or indirectly decided by the “people,”
- Population, Territory, Sovereignty, and Government.
- kings derived their authority from God
- an English philosopher, considered to be one of the founders of modern political philosophy. is best known for his 1651 book Leviathan, in which he expounds an influential formulation of social contract theory.
- form of government in which a state is ruled by representatives of the citizen body
- a Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer. His political philosophy influenced the progress of the Enlightenment throughout Europe, as well as aspects of the French Revolution and the development of modern political, economic, and educational thought.
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- Weak or loose organization of states agrees to follow a powerful central government.
- a system of political organization in which most or all of the governing power resides in a centralized government
- the view that persons' moral and/or political obligations are dependent upon a contract or agreement among them to form the society in which they live.
- a system of government by one person with absolute power
- a system of dividing up power between a central national government and local state governments that are connected to one another by the national government.
- a form of democracy in which the electorate decides on policy initiatives without legislative representatives as proxies.
- The bill outlined specific constitutional and civil rights and ultimately gave Parliament power over the monarchy
- a royal charter of rights agreed to by King John of England at Runnymede, near Windsor, on 15 June 1215.
- asserting a right against the English crown
- a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
- a French judge, man of letters, historian, and political philosopher. He is the principal source of the theory of separation of powers, which is implemented in many constitutions throughout the world
20 Clues: kings derived their authority from God • asserting a right against the English crown • Population, Territory, Sovereignty, and Government. • a system of government by one person with absolute power • a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution. • ...
How America is Great: 2022-05-31
Across
- Junk Food with excessive amounts of corn syrup
- We can decide to be religious or not
- Giantcodomy
- overspend on every little occasion, we like to celebrate something small or nothing at all
- 911
- people to live/ own America Native Americans, then we took over and enslaved them and only gave them a sliver of land making most native Americans' roots dead.
- is pretty shitty because the government makes you use a lot of your money for a hopeful cure
- Give inspiration and hype to Americans or others that are elsewhere from America. Call jewelry "ice"
- Shot up somethings
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- getting to do whatever you want but with limitations
- Disorders Americans created most of the disorders, we are pretty f***ed up in the head.
- sure you can come right on into our country, after filling out months to years worth of paperwork
- of Rights First 10 amendments made in the Constitution
- Mixed of a lot of races and genders, most common for an "American" would be a fat dude eating at McDonald
- American's 27 rights
15 Clues: 911 • Giantcodomy • Shot up somethings • American's 27 rights • We can decide to be religious or not • Junk Food with excessive amounts of corn syrup • getting to do whatever you want but with limitations • of Rights First 10 amendments made in the Constitution • Disorders Americans created most of the disorders, we are pretty f***ed up in the head. • ...
constitution crossword - Cameron Ball 2013-11-14
Across
- an office or position that is unfilled or unoccupied
- a change to the constitution
- introduction
- the charging of a person with an offense
- the distribution of seats in the house based on population
- the process by which an amendment is approved
- freedom from slavery
- to suspend a session
- rebellion against the government
- cause a reasonable basis to believe a person is linked to a crime
- the draft of a proposed law
- principles and laws of a nation
- more than half
- tax
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- income raised by government
- a census or population count
- to provide living accommodations
- the bringing of charges against an official
- law established by previous court decisions
- funds set aside for a specific use
- to pass on
- salary
- to reduce
- a document that gives police particular rights or powers
24 Clues: tax • salary • to reduce • to pass on • introduction • more than half • freedom from slavery • to suspend a session • income raised by government • the draft of a proposed law • a census or population count • a change to the constitution • principles and laws of a nation • to provide living accommodations • rebellion against the government • funds set aside for a specific use • ...
Our Puzzling Government 2022-10-11
Across
- they want stronger government
- feeling charitable or is it forced?
- sons of liberty guy
- not federalists
- fancy word for law
- Limits the power of the British crown
- are two chambers greater than one?
- would you like more legal with your legal
- adding costs with one stamp
- copied in parts
- don't eat yellow snow, oh and independence
- the British called these coercive
- fancy some salt water tea?
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- first law in the northwest
- fewer than two but more than none
- copied from English, added to constitution
- companies love this
- making the king sign a bill of rights
- commerce involving states
- father of the constitution
- first suggestion for colonies to be 1
- fancy word used when voting on constitution
- when a country wants to boycott another's goods
- supreme law of the land
- It was written on a boat
- its symbol is a funny a
26 Clues: not federalists • copied in parts • fancy word for law • companies love this • sons of liberty guy • supreme law of the land • its symbol is a funny a • It was written on a boat • commerce involving states • first law in the northwest • father of the constitution • fancy some salt water tea? • adding costs with one stamp • they want stronger government • fewer than two but more than none • ...
How a bill becomes a law 2026-01-04
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- the container that bills are placed in to introduce
- who can come up with an idea for a law
- The minimum percentage of the house and senate needed to pass a bill
- The name of the area where representatives in the house vote
- the _____________ building is the building that holds the house and senate
- a document before it is signed into law
- With 2/3 vote, congress can do this if the President won't sign a bill
- when the president declines a bill that passes congress
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- What congress people do to find a compromise on a bill
- A bill can start in ___________ house of congress
- a group of lawmakers who specialize in a certain topic
- The name of the area where the Senate votes
- the name for both the house and the senate together
- someone who makes and votes on laws in congress
- A bill must pass ________ house(s) before it is signed by the president
15 Clues: who can come up with an idea for a law • a document before it is signed into law • The name of the area where the Senate votes • someone who makes and votes on laws in congress • A bill can start in ___________ house of congress • the container that bills are placed in to introduce • the name for both the house and the senate together • ...
midterme trems 2025-12-16
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- branch of the government that enforces the laws
- the power of the courts to declare laws and executive acts unconstitutional
- an entity with the power to manage its political organization, set up social control systems ,and make and enforce laws.
- orally spreading false information about someone with intent to cause harm
- a clause in Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, stating that it is the “supreme Law of the Land”; this means that federal law supersedes all state and local laws
- those powers of the national government, and particularly of Congress, that are not specifically listed in the Constitution, but which the government can reasonably claim as part of its governing responsibility
- what the framers of the U.S. Constitution meant or were trying to achieve when they wrote the first document original
- the power of the president to reject a bill and send it back to Congress
- to designate and distribute of funds
- branch of government that passes laws
- the principle that government is based on clear and fairly enforced laws and that no one is above the law
- a political system in which power is divided between a central government and smaller regional governments
- agreement amongst reliable sources
- the principle that no person can be deprived of life, liberty, or property without fair legal procedures and safeguards
- The legal right or power to give orders and enforce rules
- not specifically listed in the Bill of Rights but given general protection under the Ninth Amendment
- the order of U.S. political officeholders gaining the office of president, as outlined in the U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section I, and in the Twentieth and Twenty-fifth amendments to the Constitution.
- publishing false information about someone with intent to cause harm
- Housing; The act of providing housing for military personnel, especially when imposed upon the home of a private citizen. quartering/acuartelamiento
- original materials or first person accounts like documents, letters, diaries, photographs, artifacts, interviews, and recordings
- an alliance between political groups
- theory the idea that the legitimacy of a government stems from an unwritten contract between the ruler and the ruled; a ruler who breaks this contract by abusing people’s rights loses legitimacy and may be overthrown
- opponents of ratification of the U.S. Constitution, who favored the loose association of states established under the Articles of Confederation
- the right of accused persons to be brought before a judge to hear the charges against them
- statements, usually made under oath, suggesting that the person speaking is guilty of a crime
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- the right to keep internal discussions and documents of the White House private
- a political system in which power is exercised by elected leaders who work in the interests of the people
- one step further from the subject; the result of someone else's perspective of the original source. Examples include scholarly books, articles, histories, criticisms, reviews, commentaries, encyclopedias
- a system in which each branch of government can limit the power of the other branches.
- trustworthiness or believability of source
- an official (especially the president) in the final period of office, after the election of a successor.
- realm of authority
- the idea that the powers of a government should be split between two or more strongly independent branches to prevent any one person or group from gaining too much power
- the use of force or threats to make people do things against their will
- formal agreements between two or more groups in reference to peace, alliance, commerce, or other international relations. Negotiated by the Executive branch, approved by Legislative branch
- a literal approach to interpreting the U.S. Constitution, using the exact words of the document
- citizen rights or powers of the national government that are specifically listed in the U.S. Constitution
- guarantees of equal rights and equal treatment under the law, such as trial by jury and voting rights civil rights/derechos civiles
- The ability to cause others to behave as they might not otherwise choose to do
- a decision by a court that serves as an example or guide for future decisions
- a clause in Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution that allows Congress to stretch its lawmaking powers to include laws that are for carrying out its duties; also known as the Necessary and Proper Clause
- a formal charge of wrongdoing against the president or other public official; the first step in removal from office
- a flexible approach to interpreting the U.S. Constitution, taking into account current conditions in society
- branch of government that interprets the laws
- formal approval of an agreement, treaty, or constitution
- Weak document written before the Constitution that was a loose partnership between political groups
- the process by which the Supreme Court applies the Bill of Rights to the states through the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment
- a set attitude or perspective
- the principle that the people are the ultimate source of the authority and legitimacy of a government
- a body of electors from each state who cast votes to elect the president and vice president
- the act of coming to an agreement with give and take on multiple sides
- a political system in which the powers exercised by the government are restricted, usually by a written constitution.
- A system of government in which citizens exercise supreme power, acting either directly on their own or through elected representatives
- The process and method of making decisions for groups. Although generally applied to governments, it is also observed in all human interactions.
- a system of judges and courts that is separate from other branches of government.
- where everyone involved are in agreement
- provide meaning for the laws passed by the Legislative branch and give clarity on the constitution
- the idea that decisions approved by more than half of the people in a group or society will be accepted and observed by all of the people
- the prosecution of a person a second time for a crime for which the defendant has already been tried once and found not guilty; prohibited under the Fifth Amendment
- is a legal restriction that caps the number of times an officeholder may serve in a particular elected office
- supporters of ratification of the U.S. Constitution, who favored the creation of a strong federal government that shared power with the states
- the rights and liberties that can be claimed by individuals by virtue of being human; also called natural rights or human rights
- the belief that governments should operate according to an agreed set of principles, which are usually spelled out in a written constitution
- a clause in the Fifth Amendment that prohibits the government from taking private property for public use “without just compensation”
- to name or assign to a position or an office
- The end result of finding a middle ground between multiple sides
- a political system in which power is divided between a central government and smaller regional governments.
- prejudice to favor or go against one thing/ person/group
- An established organization, especially one providing a public service, and the rules that guide it
- the right to have and carry weapons; carry firearms
70 Clues: realm of authority • a set attitude or perspective • agreement amongst reliable sources • to designate and distribute of funds • an alliance between political groups • branch of government that passes laws • where everyone involved are in agreement • trustworthiness or believability of source • to name or assign to a position or an office • ...
Unit 4 Vocab 2022-03-02
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- powers which are shared by both the federal government and state governments. This includes the power to tax, build roads, and create lower courts.
- the idea that the power of a state and its government are created and sustained by the permission of its people.
- in charge of making laws.
- a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case.
- powers that are specifically named in the Constitution.
- enforcement of laws (president)
- a separate and usually numbered or otherwise marked section (as of a statute, indictment, will, or other writing)
- responsible for researching and revising bills under consideration by the U.S. House of Representatives.
- gives Congress power to make “all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution” other federal powers, is precisely this kind of incidental-powers clause.
- the idea, fundamental to the US system of government, that the actions of the executive and legislative branches of government are subject to review and possible invalidation by the judiciary
- a temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees formed for the purpose of reconciling differences in legislation that has passed both chambers.
- a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government.
- It decides whether laws follow the United States Constitution. It also explains how laws should be applied.
- powers not explicitly specified in the Constitution that enable the government to take actions necessary to efficiently perform essential duties.
- an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session.
- doctrine that a government's authority is determined by a body of laws or constitution.
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- the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.
- a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office.
- an introductory statement especially : the introductory part of a constitution or statute that usually states the reasons for and intent of the law. - STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
- A limited government is one whose legalized force and power is restricted through delegated and enumerated authorities.
- each branch has some power to check—to restrain or stop—actions by the other branches. This means that each branch can change or overturn some actions of the others.
- an addition or alteration made to a constitution, statute, or legislative bill or resolution.
- review laws
- not according or consistent with the constitution of a body politic (such as a nation) an unconstitutional infringement on rights.
- powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution.
- an opinion filed by a judge who disagrees with the majority decision of a case.
- known as talking out a bill, is a tactic of parliamentary procedure. It is a way for one person to delay or entirely prevent debate or votes on a specific proposal.
- Rule of law is a principle under which all persons, institutions, and entities are accountable to laws that are: Publicly promulgated, Equally enforced, Independently adjudicated, and consistent with international human rights principles.
- the power of one department or branch of a government to forbid an action of another department or branch.
- political powers granted to the United States government that aren't explicitly stated in the Constitution.
30 Clues: review laws • in charge of making laws. • enforcement of laws (president) • powers that are specifically named in the Constitution. • a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office. • a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case. • an opinion filed by a judge who disagrees with the majority decision of a case. • ...
Congress Crossword 2013-12-13
Across
- when parties disagree and nothing can get passed
- meeting within a group of like-minded people
- when president overturns a bill
- represent interest groups. Write bills and try to get legislation passed
- most powerful member of senate
- redistributing and drawing boundaries so that one party's representation is favored in Congress
- temporary group
- leader of the smallest party
- personally serving an individual constituent
- permanent group
- people you represent as a member of Congress
- Not mentioned in the constitution, but hinted at
- gives advice. Writes speeches, helps write bills
- when committees change or tamper with bills
- the longer someone is in office, the more power they have in Congress
- keeps track of gov. spending
- person who tries to make you vote along party lines
- spending bills
- a bill attached to a main bill which is more likely to get passed
- people who work directly for you
- 51 votes needed to end a filibuster
- determines projected effect of budget changes on the economy
- congress can force an individual to come and testify
- speaker decides that a bill won't be debated on
Down
- minimum number of members to be present in order to vote
- I'll vote for your bill if you vote for mine
- 85% of the federal budget isn't touched
- putting a bill aside and never returning to it
- runs your office, supervises your schedule, deals with lobbyists
- tax bills
- a right to something
- anything explicitly stated in the constitution
- work for committee instead of individual people. Researching, assisting.
- counting the population every 10 years
- call in witnesses to testify before a committee
- when the session of congress ends before a president touches a bill (the last ten days)
- head of a committee
- type of lobbyists. People with common interests pool their resources together.
- bills first go here, a smaller group from a committee
- what a piece of legislation is called before it becomes a law
40 Clues: tax bills • spending bills • temporary group • permanent group • head of a committee • a right to something • leader of the smallest party • keeps track of gov. spending • most powerful member of senate • when president overturns a bill • people who work directly for you • 51 votes needed to end a filibuster • counting the population every 10 years • ...
vocab set 9 2025-01-26
Across
- Parents have the rights in the event of divorce or ____________
- There is no room for ___________ here
- You look as if you have been busy, but not ________
- Incredibly _______ lies are so easy to spot, children can tell.
- they were ___________ to take advantage of the opprotunity.
- These two floors are ____________ linked
- The roads are in a ____________ state.
Down
- The bill has to be ________ to committee for disussion
- The kids live in an ______ suburb.
- we _______ violence in all forms.
- That is not a hairstyle i wish to _________
- He has a __________ habit of biting his nails
12 Clues: we _______ violence in all forms. • The kids live in an ______ suburb. • There is no room for ___________ here • The roads are in a ____________ state. • These two floors are ____________ linked • That is not a hairstyle i wish to _________ • He has a __________ habit of biting his nails • You look as if you have been busy, but not ________ • ...
Cieri 3 : Madison & Bryan B. 2017-04-05
Across
- Which group deserted the Church of England?
- What was the Bill of Rights added to?
- Which Invention replaced fireplaces?
- Which act protected christian faiths but not judaism?
- Which religious group founded Pennsylvania?
- Which law allowed debtors to make a fresh start in the southernmost colonies?
- Who won the French & Indian War?
- What nationality were the original settlers?
- Which religious group founded Massachusetts?
Down
- What was the Virginia Companys previous title?
- Which religious group founded Maryland?
- For what reason did most religious groups immigrate to America?
- What was New Yorks previous title under the Dutch?
- Power shared by monarchy and Parliament
- Which section of the 13 Colonies produced most of the Agriculture
15 Clues: Who won the French & Indian War? • Which Invention replaced fireplaces? • What was the Bill of Rights added to? • Which religious group founded Maryland? • Power shared by monarchy and Parliament • Which group deserted the Church of England? • Which religious group founded Pennsylvania? • What nationality were the original settlers? • ...
