bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

The 1950's 2022-05-16

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race music, embraced by teenagers
occupations like helathcare, law, and banking
millions of soldiers returning home from the war
rolled back some labor unions' rights
one american born every 7 seconds
buying as much as one can spend, especially on credit
Truman offered this to all americans
traditionally mom, dad, and kids
mad possible low interest loans to beneficiaries of the GI Bill

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mass produced suburban homes
pioneered rock music
ruled that segregation in schools is unconstitutional
road Eisenhower planned to try and balance liberal and conservative positions
the rate at which goods or services are produced
the southern and western United States
advised parents on child rearing
funded the Eisenhower Highway system
spurred both economic growth and the growth of the suburbs
developed a vaccine for polio
critiqued american society and conformity
granted returning veterans a variety of benefits
attempted to reverse the decline of american cities

22 Clues: pioneered rock music • mass produced suburban homes • developed a vaccine for polio • advised parents on child rearing • traditionally mom, dad, and kids • race music, embraced by teenagers • one american born every 7 seconds • funded the Eisenhower Highway system • Truman offered this to all americans • rolled back some labor unions' rights • ...

Unit 3 Crossword Puzzle 2020-11-02

Unit 3 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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asked Congress for a declaration of war in 1812
a federalist who wanted a National Bank
_ “civilized tribes” stood in the way of American westward expansion
came to an end when Henry Clay introduced a lower tariff
invented the water powered textile mill
Shawnee Indian Chief
allowed western farmers to grow enough food to sell
Republicans mostly from the West and South
replaced William Henry Harrison after he died from pneumonia
elected president in 1824
When was the Bill of Rights ratified by states?
Secretary of state under John Quincy Adams
provided 75% of the world's cotton

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died from pneumonia after only 4 weeks in office
invented the cotton gin
opposed the National Bank
When was the Presidential mansion and the Capitol set on fire?
elected president in 1828
Andrew Jackson ___ the bank recharter
first common man president
Senator from South Carolina
states that favored tariffs
British forced American sailors into the British navy
led the government to seize Cherokee land

24 Clues: Shawnee Indian Chief • invented the cotton gin • opposed the National Bank • elected president in 1828 • elected president in 1824 • first common man president • Senator from South Carolina • states that favored tariffs • provided 75% of the world's cotton • Andrew Jackson ___ the bank recharter • a federalist who wanted a National Bank • invented the water powered textile mill • ...

LEGISLATIVE BRANCH 2022-11-29

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Draft of a law
People represented by elected officials
Required age to serve in the House of Rep.
Person from majority party in charge of a committee
Bring charges against an elected official
In charge of the Senate when VP is absent
Head of the House of Representatives
Number of senators each state has
Refuse to sign a bill into law
Powerful clause that gives Congress to do things that aren't listed in the Constitution
Place a limit on debate time in Senate
Helps persuade members of their party to vote a certain way on a bill
First place a bill goes after being introduced on the House/Senate floor
The # of representatives a state gets is based on its _____
Changes the Senate rules to only require a simple majority
Type of legislature w/ two chambers
The party with more members is called the _____
Used every 10 years to determine how many representatives a state gets
Must sign a bill before it becomes a law

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Only Congress has the power to _____
Powers not stated in Constitution but
Length of term for representatives
Serves as the jury in an impeachment hearing
Formally disapprove of a member's actions
Required age to serve in the Senate
Prevent a bill from being voted on
for any sovereign nation to have
House members all represent a _____ in a state
_____ constructionists believe the Constitution leaves no room for interpretation
Drawing district lines in a way that benefits one political party over the other
Length of term for Senators
Individuals who try to influence legislation
The party with less members is called the _____
How many times a member of Congress can be reelected
_____ constructionists believe the Constitution must be interpreted to apply to modern times

35 Clues: Draft of a law • Length of term for Senators • Refuse to sign a bill into law • for any sovereign nation to have • Number of senators each state has • Length of term for representatives • Prevent a bill from being voted on • Required age to serve in the Senate • Type of legislature w/ two chambers • Only Congress has the power to _____ • Head of the House of Representatives • ...

Government Vocab 2024-02-05

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Concerning the armed forces, the president is the ___ and chief
Largest form of income for the government
The amendment that created a line of succession for the president (two words, use - for space)
A way to get rid of the president, a formal trial occurs
Type of bill that gets added on to a lot (also called Christmas Tree Bill)
What do most of your taxes go to? (two words, use - for space)
Third in line for the presidency is the __ of the House
Any bill involving money starts in the __
Type of spending that is based on the number of recipients and not a set price

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The president's power to reject a bill and send it back to Congress
What the government spends money on
The term for the first 100 days of the presidency, can get the most done
Someone who tries to talk a bill to death
People running for a position they already have. Usually win election
An act that cut down corruption in government
Type of congressional committee that deals with specific, short-lived issues

16 Clues: What the government spends money on • Largest form of income for the government • Someone who tries to talk a bill to death • Any bill involving money starts in the __ • An act that cut down corruption in government • Third in line for the presidency is the __ of the House • A way to get rid of the president, a formal trial occurs • ...

Constitution crossword 2023-05-09

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Supreme Court, other federal courts
"we the _______ of the United States"
Senate and House of Representatives
President,Vice President,Cabinet
rights retained by the people
a written plan of government
freedoms, petitions, assembly

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addition or change to the constitution
rights in civil cases
states rights
rights in criminal cases
rights to a fair trial
rights to bear arms
bails, fines, punishments
search and arrest
quartering of soldiers

16 Clues: states rights • search and arrest • rights to bear arms • rights in civil cases • rights to a fair trial • quartering of soldiers • rights in criminal cases • bails, fines, punishments • a written plan of government • rights retained by the people • freedoms, petitions, assembly • President,Vice President,Cabinet • Supreme Court, other federal courts • ...

Constitution Connection By Skylar Dobson 2013-02-12

Constitution Connection By Skylar Dobson crossword puzzle

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To sign or give formal consent.
To remove or withold something from the enjoyment or possesion.
The time after the Civil War when the country was being rebuilt.
A amendment saying that no matter what race you are, you could still vote.
The making of laws.
Fair treatment through the normal judicial system.
An official power to make legal decisions.

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An improvement or vision proposed to a bill or law.
Abolished slavery
A amendment stating that every citizen is equal and has the same rights.
The system of basic laws and principals of a government, society, etc.
The begining of the constitution.

12 Clues: Abolished slavery • The making of laws. • To sign or give formal consent. • The begining of the constitution. • An official power to make legal decisions. • Fair treatment through the normal judicial system. • An improvement or vision proposed to a bill or law. • To remove or withold something from the enjoyment or possesion. • ...

u.s studies crossword puzzle 2022-09-20

u.s studies crossword puzzle crossword puzzle

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Piligrims moved her for religious freedom, but it didn't feel right for them
a law the guaranteed people of all faiths to be treated equally.
government by the people
"a man's world" in life in the colonies
also known as George Calvert
England's legislature; the law making body

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man that was member of Quakers.Incarerated
the governor of the massachusett's bay.
a bill of rights, one of which was the right to be tried by a jury

9 Clues: government by the people • also known as George Calvert • the governor of the massachusett's bay. • "a man's world" in life in the colonies • man that was member of Quakers.Incarerated • England's legislature; the law making body • a law the guaranteed people of all faiths to be treated equally. • a bill of rights, one of which was the right to be tried by a jury • ...

Chapter 1 - Jennifer Argelander 2014-09-04

Chapter 1 - Jennifer Argelander crossword puzzle

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A supreme power that rests in the hands of colonists.
Believed in life, liberty and property.
First permanent English settlement in America.
Continental Congress declared the colonies be free from the British.
A secret group who opposed the Stamp Act.
Every five enslaved people in a state would count as three free persons.
Social contract; agreement between government and people being governed.
Colonists who want the Bill of Rights to be added to the Constitution.
Compromise dividing congress into two houses.

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Used logic and reason to figure things out.
Colonists that support the constitution.
Three branches of government; checks and balances.
Unified the states under one governing body.
Required colonists to pay a tax on any piece of paper.

14 Clues: Believed in life, liberty and property. • Colonists that support the constitution. • A secret group who opposed the Stamp Act. • Used logic and reason to figure things out. • Unified the states under one governing body. • Compromise dividing congress into two houses. • First permanent English settlement in America. • Three branches of government; checks and balances. • ...

Top Ten Americans 2023-05-08

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First President of The United States
President Who Served Four Terms and Made "The New Deal"
President Known for Ending Slavery
Civil Rights Activist "I Have a Dream"

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Most Popular Banker who is now from Chase Bank
Standard Oil Tycoon who Controlled most of The Oil Industry
Popularized The Car and Built up Infrastructure for it
President on The $100 Bill and is a Founding Father
These Brothers Invented Aviation
Created America's most Influential Entertainment company who made Mickey Mouse

10 Clues: These Brothers Invented Aviation • President Known for Ending Slavery • First President of The United States • Civil Rights Activist "I Have a Dream" • Most Popular Banker who is now from Chase Bank • President on The $100 Bill and is a Founding Father • Popularized The Car and Built up Infrastructure for it • President Who Served Four Terms and Made "The New Deal" • ...

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2024-01-10

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. crossword puzzle

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What Christian religion was he?
He went to _______ University
He helped to bring about _______ in our nation
He advocated for this organization (abbreviation)
In his famous speech, he said "I have a _______"
the woman who sat at the front of the bus
King held a march here to back the Civil Rights Bill
In Birmingham, they had these to protest against unfair laws
He was born in this state

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How old was he when he graduated high school?
He thought we should be judged by the content of our _________
He preached this using non-violence
He met his wife,_________, while at college
This was his dad's job
He was honored with the _______ Peace Prize

15 Clues: This was his dad's job • He was born in this state • He went to _______ University • What Christian religion was he? • He preached this using non-violence • the woman who sat at the front of the bus • He met his wife,_________, while at college • He was honored with the _______ Peace Prize • How old was he when he graduated high school? • ...

JAlcibar_RevolutionaryCrossword 2022-02-03

JAlcibar_RevolutionaryCrossword crossword puzzle

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As a result of the French and Indian war, Britain had collected large amounts of ____
War fought over the Ohio River Valley territory
Period where King Charles II restored the monarchy
Forced to sign the petition of rights and so he dissolved parliament
British Queen before the Stuart family ascended the throne
Enlightenment Philosopher who was a critic of the English Nobility. Strong supporter for Freedom of Speech, Religious Freedom, and Cultural Toleration
gave the East India Company a monopoly on tea trade
against Charles I and supported religious tolerance, he would later kill King Charles
King James II's relatives who overthrew him in the Glorious revolution
altercation between protestors and british soldiers that kickstarted the American Revolution
representatives gathered in Philadelphia to draft the Declaration of Independence and organize an army
Bloodless revolution where James fled to france after being threatened by his Protestant Daughter and her husband.
Catholic king who broke the law by instating fellow Catholics into office
Oliver Cromwell established a republican government but later named himself military dictator

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Official document acknowledging America to be an independent nation
Civil war fought against Charles' absolute rule
British response to the Boston Tea Party
British king who authorized a new translation for the bible
where representatives from the colonies appealed to the king in grievances.
Where the first shots were fired of the American Revolution
Bill that protected English citizens from their government by establishing their rights
Peace talks in Paris for Britain to acknowledge the USA as an independent nation
forbid English settlers from goin beyond the Appalachian mountains and put the English Military in control.
Tax imposed onto all printed documents and goods
Enlightenment philosopher who believed all are born with the rights to Life,Liberty,and Property, and that citizens have a right to overthrow the government

25 Clues: British response to the Boston Tea Party • War fought over the Ohio River Valley territory • Civil war fought against Charles' absolute rule • Tax imposed onto all printed documents and goods • Period where King Charles II restored the monarchy • gave the East India Company a monopoly on tea trade • British Queen before the Stuart family ascended the throne • ...

JAlcibar_Revolutionarycrossword 2022-02-03

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As a result of the French and Indian war, Britain had collected large amounts of ____
War fought over the Ohio River Valley territory
Period where King Charles II restored the monarchy
Forced to sign the petition of rights and so he dissolved parliament
British Queen before the Stuart family ascended the throne
Enlightenment Philosopher who was a critic of the English Nobility. Strong supporter for Freedom of Speech, Religious Freedom, and Cultural Toleration
gave the East India Company a monopoly on tea trade
against Charles I and supported religious tolerance, he would later kill King Charles
King James II's relatives who overthrew him in the Glorious revolution
altercation between protestors and british soldiers that kickstarted the American Revolution
representatives gathered in Philadelphia to draft the Declaration of Independence and organize an army
Bloodless revolution where James fled to France after being threatened by his Protestant Daughter and her husband.
Catholic king who broke the law by instating fellow Catholics into office
Oliver Cromwell established a republican government but later named himself military dictator

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Official document acknowledging America to be an independent nation
Civil war fought against Charles' absolute rule
British response to the Boston Tea Party
British king who authorized a new translation for the bible
where representatives from the colonies appealed to the king in grievances.
Where the first shots were fired of the American Revolution
Bill that protected English citizens from their government by establishing their rights
Peace talks in Paris for Britain to acknowledge the USA as an independent nation
forbid English settlers from going beyond the Appalachian mountains and put the English Military in control.
Tax imposed onto all printed documents and goods
Enlightenment philosopher who believed all are born with the rights to Life,Liberty,and Property, and that citizens have a right to overthrow the government

Basic Principles of the Constitution 2022-09-07

Basic Principles of the Constitution crossword puzzle

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powers divided among the three independent and coequal branches
government is restricted in what it can do
found in the Bill of Rights

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people are the source of power
representative government
the ability for each branch to check the actions of the others
sharing power between a national and State government
the power of the court to determine the constitutionality of a government action

8 Clues: representative government • found in the Bill of Rights • people are the source of power • government is restricted in what it can do • sharing power between a national and State government • the ability for each branch to check the actions of the others • powers divided among the three independent and coequal branches • ...

Civil rights 2022-01-26

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A civil rights organisation established after the Greensboro sit-in.
Caricature of African Americans, and the nickname given to segregation laws.
Aggressive white supremacist organisation
Black teenager brutally murdered in 1955, which shed light on Southern violence.
A system which permits private ownership, where goods are bought and sold for profit.
Civil Rights campaign organised after the assassination of JFK, to increase voter registration.
Capital of the United States.
The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1964.
A militant civil rights organisation, established in 1966, Black ___________.

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Civil Rights organisation set up by MLK.
Militant civil rights organisation, behind the assassination of Malcolm X.
A system which puts forward a classless society, where private ownership is abolished.
Densely populated and deprived area of a city.
Nickname of Police Chief Connor, in Alabama.
Keeping races apart.
Black student enrolled at Mississippi in 1962, James ___________.
President after Johnson.
Civil Rights organisation dedicated to desegregation through legal action.
The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1957.

19 Clues: Keeping races apart. • President after Johnson. • Capital of the United States. • Civil Rights organisation set up by MLK. • Aggressive white supremacist organisation • Nickname of Police Chief Connor, in Alabama. • Densely populated and deprived area of a city. • The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1957. • ...

Human Rights 2024-11-13

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Universal ____________ of Human Rights
What goes with rights.
Signed in 1215 and prevented the King from being above the law.
Eleanor's last name (she oversaw an important document).
Freedom that allows you to speak your mind.
All people are created.
Where human rights begin.
There are how many human rights.
Formed in 1945 to protect human rights.
Laws that people naturally follow

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A watchdog for human rights.
Everybody has these.
Invented human rights.
Lawyer from India.
What we must do to each other.
Things to which you are entitled.
Cyrus wrote down people's rights on this.
Revolution in 1789.

18 Clues: Lawyer from India. • Revolution in 1789. • Everybody has these. • What goes with rights. • Invented human rights. • All people are created. • Where human rights begin. • A watchdog for human rights. • What we must do to each other. • There are how many human rights. • Things to which you are entitled. • Laws that people naturally follow • Universal ____________ of Human Rights • ...

US History Midterm Crossword 2024-12-10

US History Midterm Crossword crossword puzzle

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______ Party in the early 20th century that sought reform in favor of equality
Network of farmers that worked for political and economic reforms in the late 1800's
_______ Act 1862 law that gave 160 acres of land to persons willing to live on and cultivate it for 5 years
Belief by some that certain nations and races were superior to others and therefore destined to rule over them
Lincoln ___-_____ Plan proposed post Civil War. Wanted to allow Confederated states reentrance into the union when 10% of its citizens pledge loyalty oath to the Union
POTUS who came into power after Lincoln assassination and began Reconstruction which ultimately failed (LAST NAME)
Human rights that cannot be taken away, denied, or given up
Civil Rights advocate, pushed for African Americans to have economic value then strive for equality
____-_____ party formed 1848 dedicated to preventing the spread of slavery into western territories
________ _______ Service Act created civil service system for FED GOV in attempt to hire employees based on merit rather than spoil system
_____ Party formed to advocate for more money supply for small business in order to decrease the power and corruption of big business

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_______ ______ Commission First FED agency monitoring business operations, specifically overseeing interstate railroad procedures
Rights that people are born with and are independent from government or cultural laws
Period post civil war in which the federal government controlled states that had seceded from the Union
Acts that made it a federal offense to interfere with a citizens' right to vote
Group in which fought for women at the state and national level and would eventually gain women right to vote(Abbreviation)
Bill required 50% of citizens in former Confederate states to pledge to the Union for readmission

17 Clues: Human rights that cannot be taken away, denied, or given up • ______ Party in the early 20th century that sought reform in favor of equality • Acts that made it a federal offense to interfere with a citizens' right to vote • Network of farmers that worked for political and economic reforms in the late 1800's • ...

Terminology 101 2020-12-12

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contractual agreement to receive payment
amount deducted that is not expected to be collected
resubmission of bill not on file
episode of care
Authorizes payment of medical claims
edit/correction to a bill
providers not in network with insurance carrer
handles claims and coordinates payment
to consider again

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usual, customary, and reasonable
payment issued to provider when MedRisk receives payment
Provides health care diagnosis and treatment
Used to submit a bill for treatment a patient recieved
employer's no longer contracted with MedRisk
explanation of review
uniform billing
explanation of benefits

17 Clues: episode of care • uniform billing • to consider again • explanation of review • explanation of benefits • edit/correction to a bill • usual, customary, and reasonable • resubmission of bill not on file • Authorizes payment of medical claims • handles claims and coordinates payment • contractual agreement to receive payment • Provides health care diagnosis and treatment • ...

Government and Economics 2024-10-17

Government and Economics crossword puzzle

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A small group of people leads the government.
Representatives of groups that seek to influence laws and policies.
One person leads the government and his word is final.
A period of time and elected official serves for.
Groups of congressmen brought together to study/investigate a bill.
The majority of members in a house needed to conduct business.
The collective term for America's two legislative bodies.
The first paragraph of the Constitution.
A technique used to prevent a vote in the Senate.

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A congressman/woman serving in the House of Representatives.
A King or Queen leads the government.
How the president indirectly rejects a bill.
The most common form of proposed legislation. If passed, becomes a law.
How the president rejects a bill.
A movement exalting human reason as the best basis for understanding.
The first government system of the U.S.
The practice of drawing oddly-shaped district lines for political advantage.
A government of all the people who take part in passing laws and other aspects of government.
Voting citizens have sovereignty in the government.
A congressman/woman serving in the Senate.

20 Clues: How the president rejects a bill. • A King or Queen leads the government. • The first government system of the U.S. • The first paragraph of the Constitution. • A congressman/woman serving in the Senate. • How the president indirectly rejects a bill. • A small group of people leads the government. • A period of time and elected official serves for. • ...

Go Go Gadget Crossword 2017-09-13

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The thing where there isn't relevant legislation but there's been cases like this so let's go with that.
A proposed law or change to the law
Comes from Japan. Disgusting
The USSR's economic structure, failed
What everyone has. White males have more. The basis of civil disputes.
Made by courts and parliament. They're the rules.
The greatest country. Has kangaroos and boomerangs.

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The upper house
Keeps order in the court ONLY
The place where common law is made, as well as dispute solving place
The government place where statute laws are made
The lesson we're in
Still has his foreskin, wah
The economic system of almost all societies
Randomly selected from the electoral role, passes verdict, I think

15 Clues: The upper house • The lesson we're in • Still has his foreskin, wah • Comes from Japan. Disgusting • Keeps order in the court ONLY • A proposed law or change to the law • The USSR's economic structure, failed • The economic system of almost all societies • The government place where statute laws are made • Made by courts and parliament. They're the rules. • ...

James Madison 2024-09-17

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Later on, he was on the side of national power. Yay or nay?
How many amendments of the Bill of Rights did Madison write?
Madison was ___ slavery.
James Madison ____ sign the Constitution.
Madison was a slaveholder. Yay or nay?
James Madison was a ______ of the Continental Convention.

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What was one role Madison played at the Convention?
Early on, did Madison want state or national power?
James Madison didn’t participate much in the Convention. Yay or nay?
Did James Madison ever miss a meeting of the Convention?

10 Clues: Madison was ___ slavery. • Madison was a slaveholder. Yay or nay? • James Madison ____ sign the Constitution. • What was one role Madison played at the Convention? • Early on, did Madison want state or national power? • Did James Madison ever miss a meeting of the Convention? • James Madison was a ______ of the Continental Convention. • ...

Canada Post World War 2 Mini Test 2013-06-13

Canada Post World War 2 Mini Test crossword puzzle

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The _______ Boom
In the 1970's, Canada's economy still grew but _______ and inflation rates were also growing
"Oh _______, Our home and native land"
North _______ Air Defense Agreement (NORAD)
The term that was coined by people who were obsessed with Pierre Trudeau was _______
By 1979, the world was becoming global and entered an economic _______
During the 1960's two major events were televised - the Cuban Missile ______ and the Vietnam War
A New Constitution: Trudeau's first goal was to _______ the Constitution
The _______ War - a war that does not have any actual fighting
In 1994, Prime Minister Jean Chretien introduced NAFTA (North American _______ Trade Agreement) to bring Canada, Mexico, and the United States closer in trading
Canada's 15th Prime Minister: Pierre Elliot _______
With his Bill of Rights, Prime Minister John Diefenbaker wanted to further rights for all _______
National _______ Program (NEP)
The 1960's was a decade of _______, excitement, and creativity
Canada's 14th Prime Minister: Lester B. _______
_______ is the populating of outlying districts or outskirts of large cities (for example, Detroit)

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People liked Trudeau because he was handsome, witty, intelligent and fully bilingual
Canada's 18th Prime Minister: Brian _______
After World War Two, Canada had become a _______ society
Democratic Socialist Party + Commonwealth Federation = The New _______ Party
A New Constitution: Trudeau's second goal was to develop an _______ formula
Canada's 13th Prime Minister: John _______
North _______ Treaty Organization (NATO)
In 1956, Prime Minister John Diefenbaker appointed _______ Gladstone as the first Aboriginal Senator
A _______ is a person/group of people who flee their countries to escape cruel treatment
Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson was involved in the formation of the United _______
Canada's 20th Prime Minister: Jean _______
Canada's current Prime Minister: Stephen _______
Launched by the Soviet Union in 1957, _______ became the first manned spacecraft to leave Earth's atmosphere
A New Constitution: Trudeau's third goal was to create a Charter of ______ and freedoms

30 Clues: The _______ Boom • National _______ Program (NEP) • "Oh _______, Our home and native land" • North _______ Treaty Organization (NATO) • Canada's 13th Prime Minister: John _______ • Canada's 20th Prime Minister: Jean _______ • Canada's 18th Prime Minister: Brian _______ • North _______ Air Defense Agreement (NORAD) • Canada's 14th Prime Minister: Lester B. _______ • ...

Civil Rights Crossword 2021-02-18

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The place in Texas where the black infantrymen were stationed from the Brownsville Raid
The state where the Colfax Massacre took place
The city in Illinois that has the largest polish population where a race riot took place
An attack by white Americans against African Americans in Georgia that lasted 2 days
The district where white residents attacked black residents in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1921
Racial conflict between white and black Americans in Illinois
An incident of racial discrimination in Texas of 1906
A Native American activist, teacher, and author who was the leader of the American Indian Movement

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The civil rights movement where Cesar Chaves was responsible for legislation of enacting the first Bill of Rights for agricultural workers
A series of conflicts in LA where American servicemen attacked young Latino and Mexican American city residents
The massacre that took place on May 31 and June 1, 1921 where white residents who were given weapons by city officials attacked black residents in Oklahoma
A massacre in 1873 where more than 100 African American men were murdered by white Southerners
The state in which the Watts Riots took place in 2965, also known as the Watts Rebellion or Watts Uprising
Riots in LA that lasted 4, August 11 to 16 of 1965, where a 21-year-old African American man was pulled over for reckless driving, Marquette Frye
A Latino American civil rights activist, from Arizona
A white supremacist terrorist bombing in Alabama on September 15, 1963
The city in Minnesota in which Dennis Banks co-founded the American Indian Movement
The state where a race riot took place in its capital where white Americans attacked African Americans
The city in which the 16th street Baptist church bombing took place
The city in which the Zoot Suit Riots took place in 1943

20 Clues: The state where the Colfax Massacre took place • A Latino American civil rights activist, from Arizona • An incident of racial discrimination in Texas of 1906 • The city in which the Zoot Suit Riots took place in 1943 • Racial conflict between white and black Americans in Illinois • The city in which the 16th street Baptist church bombing took place • ...

Legislative Branch Review 2023-11-16

Legislative Branch Review crossword puzzle

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the right of the government to take private property for public use
a committee designed to adjust the differences on a particular bill passed by each house in a particular form
the drawing of congressional district boundaries for the purpose of benefiting the party in power
members of Congress who vote based on the will of the people
the name for the tactic used by Jefferson Smith at the end of the movie we watched in class to hold the floor of the senate.
an officeholder who is seeking reelection
this term refers to the ability of Congress to review the policies and programs of the executive branch
a party leader who works with the majority/minority leader to manage the party in Congress
a meeting of party members from one house to develop party policy
the drawing of congressional district boundaries based on population
a legal process to obtain citizenship
a one-word title for the leader of the House of Representatives
members of Congress who combine the various roles of delegate, trustee, and partisan

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the power of Congress to regulate interstate and foreign trade
members of Congress who vote based on their conscience
powers of Congress that are suggested by the wording of the Constitution
a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary, musical, or artistic work
a permanent committee established in a legislature, usually focusing on a policy area
exclusive rights over an invention
members of Congress who vote based on their party loyalty
a one-word description of the necessary and proper clause which allows Congress's powers to stretch to fit any situation.
a proposed law

22 Clues: a proposed law • exclusive rights over an invention • a legal process to obtain citizenship • an officeholder who is seeking reelection • members of Congress who vote based on their conscience • members of Congress who vote based on their party loyalty • members of Congress who vote based on the will of the people • ...

5 Priciples of te tiri o waitangi 2024-10-09

5 Priciples of te tiri o waitangi crossword puzzle

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rights - Rights relating to land
- Principle emphasizing collaboration
- The concept of honor and responsibility
- Active involvement in decision-making
-Māori term for family
- Protecting cultural heritage
- Fairness and justice in access
Reo - Term for the Māori language
- Māori term for their culture
rights – Rights of the original inhabitants
- A gathering place for Māori communities
- Local marae meeting place

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- Central to Māori identity
- Collective of iwi
- Māori term for a group of people
Whenua - Spiritual connection to land
- Signatory to the Treaty
- Historical document signed in 1840
- A key principle of justice
- Ensuring Māori rights are upheld
- Meaningful engagement with Māori

21 Clues: - Collective of iwi • -Māori term for family • - Signatory to the Treaty • - Central to Māori identity • - Local marae meeting place • - A key principle of justice • - Protecting cultural heritage • - Māori term for their culture • rights - Rights relating to land • - Fairness and justice in access • Reo - Term for the Māori language • - Māori term for a group of people • ...

Louis Riel Crossword 2012-11-18

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What did the Metis sell to make a living?
How old was his wife?
Which native group did Riel lead to two rebellions?
What was his profession?
How many men did the Metis lose in the Battle of Duck Lane?
What month was Riel executed?
Where was the Bill of Rights sent to after being drafted?
What did he become after living as a lawyer?
What month did the Metis search for him?

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Where was Riel executed?
Where did Riel's trial take place?
What did Louis' morther want him to become?
What was Riel's mother's name?
Where was Canada's first gattling gun used?
What company prepared to hand over their territory to the Northwest in 1868?

15 Clues: How old was his wife? • Where was Riel executed? • What was his profession? • What month was Riel executed? • What was Riel's mother's name? • Where did Riel's trial take place? • What month did the Metis search for him? • What did the Metis sell to make a living? • What did Louis' morther want him to become? • Where was Canada's first gattling gun used? • ...

Constitution Connection By Skylar Dobson 2013-02-12

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An improvement or vision proposed to a bill or law.
To sign or give formal consent.
Abolished slavery
The system of basic laws and principals of a government, society, etc.
The begining of the constitution.

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The making of laws.
To remove or withold something from the enjoyment or possesion.
The time after the Civil War when the country was being rebuilt.
A amendment saying that no matter what race you are, you could still vote.
An official power to make legal decisions.
A amendment stating that every citizen is equal and has the same rights.
Fair treatment through the normal judicial system.

Devyn McAndrew 2022-02-22

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“underlying crisis” in the US that overshadowed all other issues?
who is Virginia’s former governor
what does shays rebellion do to peoples beliefs
what was the first vote of the conversation
How did they celebrate the birth of a free government
man saw the new United States as a future world power
winter 1788, special conventions were called in the states to approve or ____ New Constitution
what were the first three words of the constitution

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artist offered the natural history museum
those who oppose the constitution are know as _______ ________
what year was the constitution made public
who drafted the bill of rights

12 Clues: who drafted the bill of rights • who is Virginia’s former governor • artist offered the natural history museum • what year was the constitution made public • what was the first vote of the conversation • what does shays rebellion do to peoples beliefs • what were the first three words of the constitution • How did they celebrate the birth of a free government • ...

Civil rights 2023-04-03

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Civil Rights organisation dedicated to desegregation through legal action.
Civil Rights campaign organised after the assassination of JFK, to increase voter registration.
A system which permits private ownership, where goods are bought and sold for profit.
Capital of the United States.
Aggressive white supremacist organisation
Keeping races apart.
The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1957.
Densely populated and deprived area of a city.
The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1964.

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A system which puts forward a classless society, where private ownership is abolished.
Civil Rights organisation set up by MLK.
Nickname of Police Chief Connor, in Alabama.
Caricature of African Americans, and the nickname given to segregation laws.
Black teenager brutally murdered in 1955, which shed light on Southern violence.
Militant civil rights organisation, behind the assassination of Malcolm X.
A militant civil rights organisation, established in 1966, Black ___________.
President after Johnson.
A civil rights organisation established after the Greensboro sit-in.
Black student enrolled at Mississippi in 1962, James ___________.

Chapter 1 - Jennifer Argelander 2014-09-04

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Used logic and reason to figure things out.
A supreme power that rests in the hands of colonists.
Continental Congress declared the colonies be free from the British.
Colonists that support the constitution.
Social contract; agreement between government and people being governed.
Three branches of government; checks and balances.
A secret group who opposed the Stamp Act.
Colonists who want the Bill of Rights to be added to the Constitution.

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Compromise dividing congress into two houses.
Every five enslaved people in a state would count as three free persons.
First permanent English settlement in America.
Believed in life, liberty and property.
Unified the states under one governing body.
Required colonists to pay a tax on any piece of paper.

Study Guide 2024-02-29

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What are Judges in Missouri chosen through?
What is the cut off age for public education
What is the source of political power and the origin of government?
What kind of power does the governor have?
How many sections does the bill of rights contain?

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What is one of the three branches of government?
What is the highest state court?
How many years can one serve in the Missouri General Assembly?
What Does Missouri laws require budgets to be each year?
How many constitutions has Missouri had?

10 Clues: What is the highest state court? • How many constitutions has Missouri had? • What kind of power does the governor have? • What are Judges in Missouri chosen through? • What is the cut off age for public education • What is one of the three branches of government? • How many sections does the bill of rights contain? • ...

Democracy - 2 2015-10-14

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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
another word for constituency or electoral district
a rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General through discussion and voting.
to change or improve something; for example, a law or an Act of Parliament
a Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party.
the daily official record of debates in the Senate and the House of Commons in English and French.
a discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
the bringing to an end of a Parliament
a formal event that follows rules or traditions
the process of choosing a representative by vote

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a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it
the person in charge of a meeting
bills that are passed by Parliament
a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
to pick one person from a group of several people by voting
a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament
a person who speaks for you
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 Upper House of Parliament by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister. A Senator represents the region of Canada.

20 Clues: a person who speaks for you • the person in charge of a meeting • bills that are passed by Parliament • the bringing to an end of a Parliament • a formal event that follows rules or traditions • the process of choosing a representative by vote • a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament • another word for constituency or electoral district • ...

Democracy - 3 2015-10-14

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the person in charge of a meeting
a discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
of two chambers or rooms. Canada’s Parliament is made up of two separate Chambers. They are the Senate and the House of Commons
another word for constituency or electoral district
a Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party.
a rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General through discussion and voting.
a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it
the bringing to an end of a Parliament
the Upper House of Parliament by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister. A Senator represents the region of Canada.

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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
to pick one person from a group of several people by voting
to change or improve something; for example, a law or an Act of Parliament
the process of choosing a representative by vote
bills that are passed by Parliament
the daily official record of debates in the Senate and the House of Commons in English and French.
one of two large rooms in the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings
a person who speaks for you
a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament
a formal event that follows rules or traditions

AIR Review 2024-04-30

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organization to enforce environmental policies
another name for the draft
1965 law that eliminated quotas on immigration based on national origin
supported the Constitution, but did not originally want the Bill of Rights
worked to improve farm working conditions for hispanic migrant workers
Cold war conflict that ended in a tie
putting Japanese Americans in camps out of fear in WWII
1215 British law that protected people's rights, a basis for US government years later
court case that helped institutionalize segregation
Roosevelt's plan for the economy in the Great Depression
journalists who exposed problems in society
Civil Rights organization founded in the 20s and fought for legal rights for African Americans
new form of entertainment in the 20s
laws passed to try and limit the power of monopolies
controlling supplies and food during war
created the model T and assembly line to lower cost of cars
the Great __________ - when African Americans moved north looking for jobs and better treatment
music form created by African Americans in the Harlem Renaissance
time period following wwii where many children being born stimulated the economy
treaty that ended WWI, the US did not sign it

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laws that segregated white and Black citizens
fear of immigrants
senator who accused many people of being communists
Cold war conflict the US lost after 15 years of fighting
taking over other countries for resources or other gains
federal agency that controls interest rates and the money supply to control inflation
Pennsylvania steel mill strike against Andrew Carnegie
where most people were moving and wanted homes in the 50s
first government of the United States
addition to the Monroe doctrine that added an enforcement threat
Pact that oulawed war after WWI (obviously did not last)
Document that established the procedure for adding states to the union
policy of avoiding getting involved with European affairs
the 19th amendment grants this to women
law passed after 9/11 to make it easier to find communists
movement to improve Native Americans lives on reservations and protect land
house committee that investigated communists

37 Clues: fear of immigrants • another name for the draft • new form of entertainment in the 20s • Cold war conflict that ended in a tie • first government of the United States • the 19th amendment grants this to women • controlling supplies and food during war • journalists who exposed problems in society • house committee that investigated communists • ...

Government Words 2022-12-08

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the power of the judicial branch to declare if a bill follows the constitution or not
A vote that is seen as potentially going to any of a number of candidates in an election
Political powers granted to the United States government that aren’t explicitly stated in the Constitution
The support, encouragement, privilege, or financial aid that an organization or individual bestows on another
the quality of being fair and impartial
the effort to reintegrate Southern states from the Confederacy
freedoms guaranteed by the US Constitution
A mode of legal interpretation that focuses on the plain meaning of the text of a legal document
The position or status of being a citizen of a particular country
Currently holding office
The exclusive possession or control of the supply of or trade in a commodity or service
A presentation of a case before a court by spoken word
The killing of legislation by a chief executive through a failure to act within a specified period following the adjournment of the legislature

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The president has the ability to not allow a bill to pass
an event in which the people of a county, state, etc., vote for or against a law that deals with a specific issue
the length of time a political position can be held
a body of people representing the states if the US who formally cast votes for the election of the president and Vice President
an article added to the US Constitution
All genders having equal rights and opportunities
The body of government officials who are employed in civil occupations that are neither political nor judicial

20 Clues: Currently holding office • an article added to the US Constitution • the quality of being fair and impartial • freedoms guaranteed by the US Constitution • All genders having equal rights and opportunities • the length of time a political position can be held • A presentation of a case before a court by spoken word • ...

social studies crossword 2025-04-22

social studies crossword crossword puzzle

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the bill of rights is the ___ amendment of the constitution
how many u.s senators does each state have?
which right is the right to freedom of religion,speech,press,assembly,and petition?
the president is part of which branch of the government?
the president is elected for a ____ year term
true or false: congress writes and passes bills
which branch interprets the laws?
how many justices are in the supreme court of the us?
what has 435 members in it?
how long does a supreme court justice serve?

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one example of the us. corts is 94 us courts
Which branch makes the laws?
who pays for protecting the country from war? you or the government?
executive which branch enforces the laws
Who pays for fixing your family's car? you or the government?
who has veto power?
what is the total number of u.s senators?
branch handles the business?
true or false: the vice president nominates supreme court justices
how many branches are there?

20 Clues: who has veto power? • what has 435 members in it? • Which branch makes the laws? • branch handles the business? • how many branches are there? • which branch interprets the laws? • executive which branch enforces the laws • what is the total number of u.s senators? • how many u.s senators does each state have? • one example of the us. corts is 94 us courts • ...

USA 2024-11-22

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many amendments are there?
Establishing credibility
wrote the bill of rights?

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who wrote the Decleration of independence?
Appeal to emotion

5 Clues: Appeal to emotion • Establishing credibility • wrote the bill of rights? • many amendments are there? • who wrote the Decleration of independence?

Human Rights 2024-11-13

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Universal ____________ of Human Rights
What goes with rights.
Signed in 1215 and prevented the King from being above the law.
Eleanor's last name (she oversaw an important document).
Freedom that allows you to speak your mind.
All people are created.
Where human rights begin.
There are how many human rights.
Formed in 1945 to protect human rights.
Laws that people naturally follow

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A watchdog for human rights.
Everybody has these.
Invented human rights.
Lawyer from India.
What we must do to each other.
Things to which you are entitled.
Cyrus wrote down people's rights on this.
Revolution in 1789.

Vocab 2021-03-17

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Process, The judicial process is the series of steps a legal dispute goes through in the court system.
Process, The legislative process means the steps required for a proposed bill to become a law, but the whole process includes much more than what happens in Congress.
and Purpose of Laws, The law serves many purposes. Four principal ones are establishing standards, maintaining order, resolving disputes, and protecting liberties and rights. Laws are good for maintaining order. establishing standards. resolving disputes. protecting individual rights and liberties.
A wrongful act or an infringement of a right (other than under contract) leading to civil legal liability.
Punishment/Offense, Capital punishment is a legal penalty under the United States federal government criminal justice system.
Veto, 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.
Committee, A temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees which is formed for the purpose of reconciling differences in legislation that has passed both chambers.
Jurisdiction, Original jurisdiction is the right of a court to hear a case for the first time. It can be distinguished from appellate jurisdiction which is the right of a court to review a case that has already been heard and decided upon by a lower court.
A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.
Law, The body of law that regulates the operation and procedures of government agencies.
Jury, A jury, typically of twelve people, who try the final issue of fact in civil or criminal cases and pronounce a verdict.

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System, The judiciary is the system of courts that adjudicates legal disputes and interprets, defends, and applies the law in legal cases.
System, A correctional system, also known as a penal system, thus refers to a network of agencies that administer a jurisdiction's prisons, and community-based programs like parole, and probation boards.
A veto is the power to unilaterally stop an official action, especially the enactment of legislation.
Law, Constitutional law is a body of law which defines the role, powers, and structure of different entities within a state, namely, the executive, the parliament or legislature, and the judiciary; as well as the basic rights of citizens and, in federal countries.
Hearing, A preliminary hearing is best described as a "trial before the trial" at which the judge decides, not whether the defendant is "guilty" or "not guilty," but whether there is enough evidence to force the defendant to stand trial. In contrast, an arraignment is where the defendant may file their pleas.
Law, The system of law concerned with private relations between members of a community rather than criminal, military, or religious affairs.
Jurisdiction, Appellate jurisdiction is the power of an appellate court to review, amend and overrule decisions of a trial court or other lower tribunal.
Committee, A permanent committee that meets regularly.
Agencies, A government agency responsible for enforcing the law.
Law, Criminal law is the body of law that relates to crime. It proscribes conduct perceived as threatening, harmful, or otherwise endangering to the property, health, safety, and moral welfare of people inclusive of one's self.
Law, The three-strikes law significantly increases the prison sentences of persons convicted of a felony who have been previously convicted of two or more violent crimes or serious felonies, and limits the ability of these offenders to receive a punishment other than a life sentence.
Jury, A jury, typically of twenty-three people, selected to examine the validity of an accusation before trial.
A filibuster is a political procedure where one or more members of Parliament or Congress debate over a proposed piece of legislation to delay or entirely prevent a decision being made on the proposal.

24 Clues: A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime. • Committee, A permanent committee that meets regularly. • Agencies, A government agency responsible for enforcing the law. • Law, The body of law that regulates the operation and procedures of government agencies. • ...

Government 2021-05-10

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Citizenship Rights, Equal Protection, Apportionment, Civil War Debt
Women's Rights to Vote
Abolition of Slavery
Grand Jury, Double Jeopardy, Self Incrimination, Due Process, Talkings
Rights Reserved to States or People
Right to Speedy Trial by Jury, Witnesses, Counsel
Popular Election of Senators
Suits Against States
Excessive Fines, Cruel and Unusual Punishment

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Right to Bear Arms
Income Tax
Prohibition of Liquor
Quartering of Soldiers
Jury Trial in Civil Lawsuits
Non-Enumerated Rights Retained by People
Election of President and Vice President
Search and Seizure
Rights to Vote Not Denied by Race
Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition

19 Clues: Income Tax • Right to Bear Arms • Search and Seizure • Abolition of Slavery • Suits Against States • Prohibition of Liquor • Women's Rights to Vote • Quartering of Soldiers • Jury Trial in Civil Lawsuits • Popular Election of Senators • Rights to Vote Not Denied by Race • Rights Reserved to States or People • Non-Enumerated Rights Retained by People • ...

Unit 2: Congress 2023-01-30

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affects only chamber passing it, not signed by president
association where members of congress show advancement in political ideas in different interests
Kevin McCarthy is the new ____
a state where a single party wins by 55% or more
_____ districts are districts that don’t always go to a single party and could go Rep or Dem
exercise great power and call meetings and schedule hearings and calendars
one method of congressional ____ is using budget control
the rule where you need 60 votes to end filibuster in Senate
bill is referred to different committees
irrelevant information added to a piece of legislation
was passed in response to Vietnam War
members of Congress act as delegates or trustees depending on issue
reallocation of house seats after census
leader elected by party holding minority seats in House/Senate
legislative leader elected by party members with majority of the seats in the House/Senate.
large bills with extraneous topics
held by most senior member in Senate
_____ powers are about political powers granted to government that aren’t specifically stated in the Constitution
____ means relative to the pending bill
permanent bodies that continue from 1 congress to next
case to do with racial gerrymandering
_____ keep close contact with members to keep them up to date on important votes

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____ committee is formed for a specific purpose and limited time
________ committee is formed to see different versions of the bill in both senate and house
speaker sends bill to second committee after a first one
says that we now can vote for senate
bringing a bill out of committee and to the floor
bill doesnt come to floor from until ____ is removed.
_____ committee includes members from both houses to figure out a major issue
____ expresses position in both house and senate without signature from president
____ is the min # who must be present for business to be worked in congress
____ is named President of Senate
use of best judgement to make policy in the interest of people
legislation that is similar to a bill but applies to amendments and has to be signed by president
delaying action on a bill by using long speeches and unlimited debate
committee that regulates taxation and tariffs
add items to bills
members of Congress support bills that they wouldn’t vote in exchange for others votes on bills that matter to them.
happens when government is unable to pass new legislation because of two different parties controlling House and Senate
votes that reflect preference of constituents
Federally funded projects to bills passed through Congress
a bill with a lot of riders
_____ powers means that powers are granted to government in Article 1 S 8
founding fathers wanted a ____ legislature with different branches of government

44 Clues: add items to bills • a bill with a lot of riders • Kevin McCarthy is the new ____ • ____ is named President of Senate • large bills with extraneous topics • says that we now can vote for senate • held by most senior member in Senate • was passed in response to Vietnam War • case to do with racial gerrymandering • ____ means relative to the pending bill • ...

Constitution Crossword! 2022-09-27

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This mob, known as ___ caused us to write the constitution we have today!
The Great __ is what gave us the House of Representatives, and the Senate
The Three-fifths Compromise benefited the ________ states
This amendment protects your freedom of religion, right to protest, and freedom of speech

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These articles were the original US Constitution, but were replaced as it was simply that weak.
This section of the US Constitution protects your god given rights
The Quartering Act required colonists to station soldiers in their home if asked, this amendment mostly prevents that.
The constitution gave us three branches: the Legislative branch, Judicial branch, and the _________ branch.

8 Clues: The Three-fifths Compromise benefited the ________ states • This section of the US Constitution protects your god given rights • This mob, known as ___ caused us to write the constitution we have today! • The Great __ is what gave us the House of Representatives, and the Senate • ...

Constitution Crossword! (Use -'s instead of spaces, please) 2022-09-27

Constitution Crossword! (Use -'s instead of spaces, please) crossword puzzle

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This mob, known as ___ caused us to write the constitution we have today!
The Great __ is what gave us the House of Representatives, and the Senate
The Three-fifths Compromise benefited the ________ states
This amendment protects your freedom of religion, right to protest, and freedom of speech

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These articles were the original US Constitution, but were replaced as it was simply that weak.
This section of the US Constitution protects your god given rights
The Quartering Act required colonists to station soldiers in their home if asked, this amendment mostly prevents that.
The constitution gave us three branches: the Legislative branch, Judicial branch, and the _________ branch.

Review - US History 2025-11-24

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George Washington was against US getting involved in European affairs because we are separated and detached from Europe
when Native Americans had to walk over 2,000 miles once they were forced to relocate and thousands of them died
list of grievances in this document
Hamilton wanted this to pay off taxes and create a stable economy
first form of government that failed after 8 years
United States wanted access to this river to help our markets
congress can make any laws that are "necessary and power", this also allows the constitution to be changed as times are changing
belived in consent of governed
compromise over slavery, for every 5 slaves, 3 will be counted into state population
event in which we annexed Texas from Mexico
branch that makes laws and has 100 Senators and 435 House of Rep.
foreign law passed by Jefferson in which we stopped, it was a fail because it hurt our economy

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this group wanted to add Bill of Rights in the constitution
Jefferson and Hemilton use this clause to change the constitution so they can create the National Bank and purchase the Louisiana Territory
man made waterway in NY that connected the Atlantic Coast to the Great Lakes
document warning Europeans not to colonize western hempishere
imaginary line created to prevent colonists from passing the Appalachian Mountains to avoid conflict with Native
farewell speech given by president at end of term
event in which 6 colonists were killed by British troops
war between Mexico and United States
largest purchase made by United States thanks to Thomas Jefferson
american belief to expand west
law passed by Andrew Jackson, pushing Natives past the Mississippi River
Supreme Court case that established Judicial Review
form of government that is used today
compromise over slavery that established the 36 30 line
pamphlet written by Thomas Paine, urging colonists to seek independence from Britain
George Washington's foreign advice was against ________
this group did not deem the Bill of Rights necessary in constitution
Supreme Court case that deemed the Indian Removal Act unconstitutional
only branch that can do judicial review
type of government practiced in United States
image created by colonists that showed 6 colonists getting killed, it is considered _______ because it is one point of view

33 Clues: american belief to expand west • belived in consent of governed • list of grievances in this document • war between Mexico and United States • form of government that is used today • only branch that can do judicial review • event in which we annexed Texas from Mexico • type of government practiced in United States • farewell speech given by president at end of term • ...

Chapter 9: Transformations in European Culture 2022-02-15

Chapter 9: Transformations in European Culture crossword puzzle

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man who argued for empiricism
early Greek geographer who devised the lines of latitude and longitude
system of English government that gradually increased Parliament's power
studied the body's circulatory system
studied human anatomy
studied calculus and the laws of gravity and motion
term that describes a society free from religion
husband and wife that signed the English Bill of Rights in exchange for the throne of England
scientist who wrote "The Sceptical Chymist"

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king who was an absolute ruler and set an example for the rest of Europe
country that Maria Theresa ruled
led Parliament's armies during the English Civil War
theorized that the earth revolves around the sun
Greek mathematician became the Father of Geometry
developed a smallpox vaccine
observed the earth's orbit around the sun with a telescope
English astronomer for whom a comet is named
became the Father of Modern Chemistry
discovered Uranus and made a forty-foot-long telescope

19 Clues: studied human anatomy • developed a smallpox vaccine • man who argued for empiricism • country that Maria Theresa ruled • studied the body's circulatory system • became the Father of Modern Chemistry • scientist who wrote "The Sceptical Chymist" • English astronomer for whom a comet is named • theorized that the earth revolves around the sun • ...

Crossword Puzzle On Politics And Governance 2024-09-06

Crossword Puzzle On Politics And Governance crossword puzzle

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A formal accusation against a public official.
The chief law enforcement officer in the Philippines.
FAURA The location of the Philippine Supreme Court.
COURT The highest court in the Philippines.
The national assembly that holds executive powers.
The basic framework of laws and principles for governance.
The department responsible for foreign affairs.
The city where the Philippine Congress is located.
The official document that outlines the rights of citizens in the Philippines.
The legislative branch of the Philippine government.
BONIFACIO A famous Filipino hero and leader of the 1896 revolution.
A legislative proposal submitted for approval.
The legislative house that initiates impeachment proceedings.
CODE A Filipino law that protects the rights of workers.
The title given to the mayor of a city.
The role of this individual is to lead the armed forces.

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The process of changing or amending the Constitution.
Position held by the highest official in the Philippines.
The political party founded by President Rodrigo Duterte.
COURT The constitutional body that reviews the legality of laws.
The body responsible for overseeing elections in the Philippines.
A group of advisers to the President.
The name of the Senate building in Manila.
The name of the current Senate President.
The role responsible for local government oversight.
The process by which a law is enacted.
The official title of the head of the House of Representatives.
The official residence of the President of the Philippines.
A term for laws passed by the legislative branch.
A title for a member of the national legislature.

30 Clues: A group of advisers to the President. • The process by which a law is enacted. • The title given to the mayor of a city. • The name of the current Senate President. • The name of the Senate building in Manila. • COURT The highest court in the Philippines. • A formal accusation against a public official. • A legislative proposal submitted for approval. • ...

Democracy - 20 2015-10-14

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another word for constituency or electoral district
a Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party.
a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
the Upper House of Parliament by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister. A Senator represents the region of Canada.
bills that are passed by Parliament
a person who speaks for you
to change or improve something; for example, a law or an Act of Parliament
to pick one person from a group of several people by voting
one of two large rooms in the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings
a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament

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the person in charge of a meeting
the daily official record of debates in the Senate and the House of Commons in English and French.
a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it
the bringing to an end of a Parliament
a formal event that follows rules or traditions
of two chambers or rooms. Canada’s Parliament is made up of two separate Chambers. They are the Senate and the House of Commons
a rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General through discussion and voting.
a discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
the process of choosing a representative by vote
the governent’s plan for how it will collect and spend money each year

20 Clues: a person who speaks for you • the person in charge of a meeting • bills that are passed by Parliament • the bringing to an end of a Parliament • a formal event that follows rules or traditions • the process of choosing a representative by vote • another word for constituency or electoral district • a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament • ...

13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution 2022-05-10

13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution crossword puzzle

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The amendment in which guaranteed African-American men the right to vote
The thing that enables Hayes to take office in return for the end of Reconstruction. freedmenbureau Government set up schools and hospitals for former slaves.
Author of the 13th Amendment
Parts of the Bill of Rights have been made applicable to states using this doctrine.
a U.S. secret group made up of white people who are opposed to people of other races
They were state and local laws that enforced racial segregation in the southern united states.
The right to vote in public

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Discussed rights that arise from national citizenship
It is a relationship between a person and a government to which the person owes loyalty and is so entitled to protection.
president that assumed after Lincoln's death.
First ten amendments to the constitution
The amendment that abolished slavery in the United States
It was a set of laws that governed African Americans' behavior.
Author of the 14th Amendment
It is the condition in which one human being was owned by another.
The war fought between Americans from 1861-1865
The rebuilding of the South after the Civil War.
The amendment in which Citizens of the United States and the state in which they reside are all persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to its authority.
The state in which everyone gets treated the same.

19 Clues: The right to vote in public • Author of the 13th Amendment • Author of the 14th Amendment • First ten amendments to the constitution • president that assumed after Lincoln's death. • The war fought between Americans from 1861-1865 • The rebuilding of the South after the Civil War. • The state in which everyone gets treated the same. • ...

Civics Vocabulary 2016-09-06

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an idea where power is divided between the national and state government
powers assigned to the states and the people
was an agreement that large and small states reached during the Constitutional Convention
wanted a small central government
government is not all powerful and no one, not even the president is above the law
population of slaves would be counted as three-fifths in total when apportioning Representatives, as well as Presidential electors and taxes
limit the power of another and this prevents the majority from having too much power
wanted a strong central government

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uprising led by a former militia officer
powers not explicitly named in the Constitution but assumed to exist
a body of electors chosen or appointed by a larger group
powers that are shared by both the State and the federal government
the original constitution of the US
should follow exactly what was stated and allowed in the document
powers that the Constitution grants it, subject to the individual rights listed in the Bill of Rights
was a proposal by Virginia delegates for a bicameral legislative branch
loose interpretation of the Constitution, which meant they believed that the document permitted everything that it did not expressly forbid
power comes from the people
the constitution divides our government into three branches, to avoid tyranny
unsuccessfully proposed at the Constitutional Convention, providing for a single legislative house with equal representation for each state

20 Clues: power comes from the people • wanted a small central government • wanted a strong central government • the original constitution of the US • uprising led by a former militia officer • powers assigned to the states and the people • a body of electors chosen or appointed by a larger group • should follow exactly what was stated and allowed in the document • ...

social studies crossword 2025-04-22

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the bill of rights is the ___ amendment of the constitution
how many u.s senators does each state have?
which right is the right to freedom of religion,speech,press,assembly,and petition?
the president is part of which branch of the government?
the president is elected for a ____ year term
true or false: congress writes and passes bills
which branch interprets the laws?
how many justices are in the supreme court of the us?
what has 435 members in it?
how long does a supreme court justice serve?

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one example of the us. corts is 94 us courts
Which branch makes the laws?
who pays for protecting the country from war? you or the government?
executive which branch enforces the laws
Who pays for fixing your family's car? you or the government?
who has veto power?
what is the total number of u.s senators?
branch handles the business?
true or false: the vice president nominates supreme court justices
how many branches are there?

government 2015-10-02

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a senator or a member of the House of Commons
The Upper House of the Parliament
bills that re passed by parliament
to choose a representative in an election

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a person who has full political and civil rights
a person living in an area in Canada represented by a member of parliament
a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament
a king or queen of a country
a person who speaks for you
to pick one person from a group of several people by voting

10 Clues: a person who speaks for you • a king or queen of a country • The Upper House of the Parliament • bills that re passed by parliament • to choose a representative in an election • a senator or a member of the House of Commons • a person who has full political and civil rights • a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament • ...

Causes of the Civil War 2023-11-02

Causes of the Civil War crossword puzzle

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The rights held by individual states
An enslaved person, depicted as saintly and dignified, noble and steadfast in his beliefs
President Lincoln was elected as president
Maintained a balance between free and slave states
Dealt with the issue of slavery and territorial expansion
An attempt to start an armed revolt of enslaved people and destroy the institution of slavery

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A Missouri slave sued for his freedom
A bill to organize the territory of Nebraska
Established Georgia's conditional acceptance of the Compromise of 1850
You can cancel federal laws if they are unconstitutional

10 Clues: The rights held by individual states • A Missouri slave sued for his freedom • President Lincoln was elected as president • A bill to organize the territory of Nebraska • Maintained a balance between free and slave states • You can cancel federal laws if they are unconstitutional • Dealt with the issue of slavery and territorial expansion • ...

Unit 7 Vocabulary 2025-05-12

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the expression of loyalty or support for a particular region of one's country, rather than to the country as a whole
a member or supporter of the Republican Party
an advocate or supporter of democracy
someone who advocates for the end of a specific practice historically referring to those who opposed slavery

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a person who's forced to work against their will
a person who serves in an army.
running away in a battle/war
bill of rights
a formal choice by voting
battles between states or countries

10 Clues: bill of rights • a formal choice by voting • running away in a battle/war • a person who serves in an army. • battles between states or countries • an advocate or supporter of democracy • a member or supporter of the Republican Party • a person who's forced to work against their will • ...

50 Terms in Human Rights Education 2025-04-26

50 Terms in Human Rights Education crossword puzzle

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Rights that are essential for a meaningful life and dignity.
Rights that cannot be divided or separated.
Protection for those fleeing danger.
Smaller group needing rights protection.
Right to keep life confidential.
Support among people for a cause.
Acceptance of differences among people.
protection.
Traditions and practices of a group.
Quality of being honest and moral.
Ensuring everyone is part of society.
Fair treatment according to law.
Coming together for a shared cause.
A person who escapes conflict or danger.
System of rules for fairness.
Valuing others' dignity and feelings.
Restoration of a person's dignity and rights.
Law The set of rules that governs the process by which courts apply substantial law to cases.
State of being treated the same.
Movement of people for safety.
Acting without bias or injustice.
Gaining control over one's life and rights.
Recognition of different backgrounds and cultures.
Obligation to explain one’s actions.
Freedom from oppression or restriction.
Freedom to express ideas openly.
Rights that can be limited or suspended in specific situations.
Freedoms every person should have.
Power of a country over itself.

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Involvement in decision-making processes.
Equal treatment regardless of differences.
Process Fair treatment under the law.
System where people have the power.
Right to govern oneself.
respecting human dignity.
Understanding and helping suffering people.
Openness and honesty in actions.
A solemn promise or vow.
Ability to act or think freely.
Rights that cannot be suspended or limited under any circumstances.
Legal membership in a nation.
Rights that cannot be lost even if a person fails to use or assert them.
Protecting future generations’ rights.
Helping people in crisis.
Law The part of the law that creates, defines, and regulates rights and duties.
A statement confirming something.
Right to travel or relocate freely.
Rights that apply equally and without discrimination to all people.
Being responsible for actions taken.
Freedom to practice any belief.
Amends for past injustices.
Compassionate and caring action.
Inherent worth of every person.
Absence of conflict and violence.
Right to fair and safe labor.
Rights Right to a healthy environment.
Rights that cannot be taken away except in specific situations.
Freedom from fear and violence.
Compensation for past wrongs.

59 Clues: protection. • Right to govern oneself. • A solemn promise or vow. • respecting human dignity. • Helping people in crisis. • Amends for past injustices. • Legal membership in a nation. • System of rules for fairness. • Right to fair and safe labor. • Compensation for past wrongs. • Movement of people for safety. • Ability to act or think freely. • Freedom to practice any belief. • ...

Constitution Connection by Skylar Dobson 2013-02-12

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To remove or withold something from the enjoyment or possesion.
The system of basic laws and principals of a government, society, etc.
Process Fair treatment through the normal judicial system.
A amendment saying that no matter what race you are, you could still vote.
An improvement or vision proposed to a bill or law.
The time after the Civil War when the country was being rebuilt.

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A amendment stating that every citizen is equal and has the same rights.
The making of laws.
An official power to make legal decisions.
Abolished slavery
The begining of the constitution.
To sign or give formal consent.

12 Clues: Abolished slavery • The making of laws. • To sign or give formal consent. • The begining of the constitution. • An official power to make legal decisions. • An improvement or vision proposed to a bill or law. • Process Fair treatment through the normal judicial system. • To remove or withold something from the enjoyment or possesion. • ...

Important People of Colonial America 2014-09-18

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king who was forced to sign Magna Carta after a disastrous rule
Quaker who established Pennsylvania in 1681
otherwise known as Cecil Calvert, founded Maryland in 1634 for religious freedom
person who led Pilgrims in 1620- Massachusetts
followed Williams; established settlement called Portsmouth
led Puritans in 1630- Massachusetts
owner of New York who would not allow colonists to elect assembly

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signed English Bill of Rights, giving Parliament power to impose taxes and make laws
founded Rhode Island in 1656
previously Duke of York, (unsuccessfully) tried to rule without Parliament
founded Georgia in 1732 to keep debtors out of prison
Puritan clergyman who established Connecticut in 1639

12 Clues: founded Rhode Island in 1656 • led Puritans in 1630- Massachusetts • Quaker who established Pennsylvania in 1681 • person who led Pilgrims in 1620- Massachusetts • founded Georgia in 1732 to keep debtors out of prison • Puritan clergyman who established Connecticut in 1639 • followed Williams; established settlement called Portsmouth • ...

Constitution 2024-05-07

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Supreme court is in charge, they overturn laws
Some power is to the national government
Helped Create the Bill of Rights and the U.S. Constitution
Each branch checks the other branch to ensure that one branch has more power than the others
The government only has the powers that it is given

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A political party that believes in conservatism
Congress is in charge, they make the laws
The first 10 Amendments of the United States Constitution
The beginning of a document
Creates a balance of powers between the three branches so they have equal power
A change made
The President is in charge and can veto laws

12 Clues: A change made • The beginning of a document • Some power is to the national government • Congress is in charge, they make the laws • The President is in charge and can veto laws • Supreme court is in charge, they overturn laws • A political party that believes in conservatism • The government only has the powers that it is given • ...

Canadian Democracy Crossword Puzzle 2015-10-08

Canadian Democracy Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business
Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament
The periods into which a Parliament is divided
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party

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Another word for constituency or electoral district
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country
Bills that are passed by Parliament
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
A king or queen of a country
A person who speaks for you
A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons
To pick one person from a group of several people by voting

20 Clues: A person who speaks for you • A king or queen of a country • Bills that are passed by Parliament • The periods into which a Parliament is divided • Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament • The upper house of parliament, made up of senators • Another word for constituency or electoral district • A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business • ...

Chapter 1 - Jennifer Argelander 2014-09-04

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A supreme power that rests in the hands of colonists.
Believed in life, liberty and property.
Compromise dividing congress into two houses.
Colonists that support the constitution.
Unified the states under one governing body.
Used logic and reason to figure things out.
First permanent English settlement in America.

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Every five enslaved people in a state would count as three free persons.
A secret group who opposed the Stamp Act.
Continental Congress declared the colonies be free from the British.
Three branches of government; checks and balances.
Colonists who want the Bill of Rights to be added to the Constitution.
Required colonists to pay a tax on any piece of paper.
Social contract; agreement between government and people being governed.

Govt Crossword 2023-10-10

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A loosely defined term for action designed to prolong debate and delay or prevent a vote on a bill, resolution, amendment, or other debatable question.
Authorizes Congress to employ any means that are appropriate and plainly adapted to the permitted end.
A qualification which is subsidised by the Department of Education.
The amount of senators.
A temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees.
A person who is represented politically by a designated government official or officeholder.
Allows for direct votes for senators.

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Established by Senate for investigation or study.
A procedure meant to bring a debate to a quick end.
Legislation introduced in either the House of Representatives or the Senate, but unlike bills they may be limited in effect to the Congress or one of its chambers.
A meeting or grouping of supporters or members of a specific political party or movement.
A means of bringing a bill out of committee and to the floor for consideration without a report from the committee by "discharging" the committee from further consideration of a bill or resolution.
The minimum number of members of a deliberative assembly (a body that uses parliamentary procedure, such as a legislature) necessary to conduct the business of that group.
The limit of people in Congress allowed at any given time.
Permanent committees established under the standing rules of the Senate and specialize in the consideration of particular subject areas.
Maximum time someone can be a senator
Leads the Senate
A nongermane amendment to a bill or an amendment to an appropriation bill that changes the permanent law governing a program funded by the bill.

18 Clues: Leads the Senate • The amount of senators. • Maximum time someone can be a senator • Allows for direct votes for senators. • Established by Senate for investigation or study. • A procedure meant to bring a debate to a quick end. • The limit of people in Congress allowed at any given time. • A temporary, ad hoc panel composed of House and Senate conferees. • ...

Michelle & Bill 2023-04-16

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Groom's favorite hockey team
Groom's favorite beer
Where the bride went to elementary school
Groom's hometown
Bride & groom's first trip together
Street that the bride grew up on
Groom's favorite NFL team
Groom's favorite type of liquor
Number of siblings the couple has combined
Sport the bride played in high school
Honeymoon destination
Bride's favorite TV show

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Month that the couple started dating
Favorite team to watch together
Groom's favorite college bar
First date location
Groom's college degree
The couple's dog
Bride's favorite holiday
Bride's college degree is in _____ science
Month that the groom proposed
Street that bride lived in during college
Street that the groom grew up on

23 Clues: The couple's dog • Groom's hometown • First date location • Groom's favorite beer • Honeymoon destination • Groom's college degree • Bride's favorite holiday • Bride's favorite TV show • Groom's favorite NFL team • Groom's favorite college bar • Groom's favorite hockey team • Month that the groom proposed • Favorite team to watch together • Groom's favorite type of liquor • ...

Bill Luke 2022-07-19

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Need this replaced when your tread is low or nail is found
The girl who always wants to talk about Leavenworth, Watches the live stream of the town, and always goes out of her way to make anyone happy.
Our lot attendant and shuttle driver who also greets you in the drive with a beautiful smile
The street that houses several dealerships, us included
We have services that cost 29.95 and 119.95 that makes your car look amazing when you pick it up
The city you are in right now
We have our Tempe and Camelback store, but we are the _______ location
Welcome to _________ San Tan Service!!!
Our shop Foreman
The total you pay when your car is finished, but also the name of our other shop Foreman
A warranty company used when your factory warranty expires
Our good, better, and best for oil changes and other extra things needed on the car
Always keep this in mind when you are stressed and your car is broken

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The guy who plays the harmonica, talks loud and can never hear his phone ring
Instead of sad, you are ________ because your car is fixed
One of our Appointment Coordinators
The brand we used called MOA, EPR, and 44K
Your routine maintenance needed every 5000 miles or 6 months
Van that takes guests home that live in a 10-mile radius
Our Service Director
Another name for loaner that you have to pay for or warranty covers
One of our appointment coordinators
Your car needs this service when carbon builds up
When the manufacture takes back the vehicle, it's called this
Your engine needs this to breathe

25 Clues: Our shop Foreman • Our Service Director • The city you are in right now • Your engine needs this to breathe • One of our Appointment Coordinators • One of our appointment coordinators • Welcome to _________ San Tan Service!!! • The brand we used called MOA, EPR, and 44K • Your car needs this service when carbon builds up • ...

Bill & Molly 2024-02-21

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Who is older
number of siblings the groom has
color of the bride’s eyes
number of states the groom has lived in
Bride’s favorite accessory
Where are they going on their honeymoon)
Name of bride’s sorority
Their dogs name
Bride’s middle name
Matron of honor
The ring bearer
Name of the Brides school she works at
Place where couple went on their first date

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The flower girl
Grooms favorite dessert
Groom’s college mascot
Bride’s first job
Bride’s college mascot
Where they are going on their honeymoon
Dating application the couple met on
location of the proposal
Best man
month the couple got engaged
couples favorite food to eat together

24 Clues: Best man • Who is older • The flower girl • Their dogs name • Matron of honor • The ring bearer • Bride’s first job • Bride’s middle name • Groom’s college mascot • Bride’s college mascot • Grooms favorite dessert • Name of bride’s sorority • location of the proposal • color of the bride’s eyes • Bride’s favorite accessory • month the couple got engaged • number of siblings the groom has • ...

Charter of Rights 2023-12-05

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live without abuse and neglect
complain free from reprisal, and to have my complaints dealt with fairly and promptly
safe and high quality care and services
access all information about myself, including information about my rights, care and services
have control over and make choices about my care, and personal and social life, including where the choices involve personal risk
be listened to and understood
personal privacy and to have my personal information protected
my independence

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be informed about my care and services in a way I understand
be treated with dignity and respect
my right without it adversely affecting the way I am treated
have a person of my choice, including an aged care advocate, support me or speak on my behalf
have my identity, culture and diversity valued and supported
have control over and make decisions about, the personal aspects of my daily life, financial affairs and possessions

14 Clues: my independence • be listened to and understood • live without abuse and neglect • be treated with dignity and respect • safe and high quality care and services • be informed about my care and services in a way I understand • my right without it adversely affecting the way I am treated • have my identity, culture and diversity valued and supported • ...

Aftermath of WWII 2024-02-26

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Because of this practice, many African American GIs could not access the GI Bill benefits.
This is the location of the trials for the Japanese leaders who were tried with war crimes, led by the US.
US President during the years immediately following World War II.
Roosevelt's plan to fund the return home and transition of veterans - included money for education and access to loans to buy homes.
After the war, MacArthur was in charge of occupying and leading this nation, though he let citizens of the country have some agency.
This is the location of the trials for war criminals from Germany, led by the UN.
This Roosevelt helped establish the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (affirmed rights to life, liberty, equality before the law, religion, expression, & assembly).
Smaller and more powerful body of the UN that makes decisions about how to act or react.
After the war, this group returned to jobs in the service sector or stayed home.

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US switched from a foreign policy of isolationism before World War II to this, as we became a world leader.
The US &43 nations started this to loan money to countries for war recovery & economic development.
The UN recognized these as rights of all humans: Freedom of speech, expression, and worship & Freedom from fear and want.
International organization cooperating to promote peace and security.
At the Yalta Conference, Allied leaders decided to divide this nation into four occupied zones after the war.
After two world wars, this was the goal of the United States and other allied nations.

15 Clues: US President during the years immediately following World War II. • International organization cooperating to promote peace and security. • After the war, this group returned to jobs in the service sector or stayed home. • This is the location of the trials for war criminals from Germany, led by the UN. • ...

Spanish Vocaulary 2013-11-25

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front desk
to check out
customer
registration card
between
double room
hotel clerk
elevator
on the right side of

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to pay the bill
to take the luggage
inside of
bellhop
far from
on the left side of
single room
to reserve
door
baggage, luggage
reservation
room
under
to ask for the bill
hotel
key

25 Clues: key • door • room • under • hotel • bellhop • between • far from • customer • elevator • inside of • front desk • to reserve • single room • reservation • double room • hotel clerk • to check out • to pay the bill • baggage, luggage • registration card • to take the luggage • on the left side of • to ask for the bill • on the right side of

The 50's Vocab 2023-03-03

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The act of releasing soldiers after a war.
Salk American physician and medical researcher who developed the first safe and effective vaccine for polio
Presley US pop singer and guitar player, called the king of rock and roll.
Marshall American civil rights lawyer. First African American of the Supreme Court.
Carried out by Senator Joseph McCarthy. Making false accusations against one another.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is responsible for space research and civil space programs.
Boom Increased birth rate following WWII.

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People who consume more goods and services will more likely be better off.
Parks Famously known for not giving up her seat to a white person on a bus.
Riders People would take bus trips through the American South in 1961 to protest segregated bus terminals.
D. Eisenhower 34th president of the United States. Served from 1953 to 1961.
Strand of states which stretch from Virginia south through Florida, west to Texas and northwest through California
Bill Provided World War II veterans with funds for college education, unemployment insurance, and housing
rights activists. Martin Luther King, Jr He was an American Baptist minister and activist
Family Consisting of a mother and father in a first-time marriage and their children.
Truman 33rd president of the United States. Serving from 1945 to 1953

16 Clues: Boom Increased birth rate following WWII. • The act of releasing soldiers after a war. • Truman 33rd president of the United States. Serving from 1945 to 1953 • People who consume more goods and services will more likely be better off. • Presley US pop singer and guitar player, called the king of rock and roll. • ...

13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution 2022-05-10

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It was a set of laws that governed African Americans' behavior.
The war fought between Americans from 1861-1865
Author of the 14th Amendment
The rebuilding of the South after the Civil War.
They were state and local laws that enforced racial segregation in the southern united states.
It is the condition in which one human being was owned by another.
Discussed rights that arise from national citizenship
The amendment in which guaranteed African-American men the right to vote
The amendment in which Citizens of the United States and the state in which they reside are all persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to its authority.

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First ten amendments to the constitution
The thing that enables Hayes to take office in return for the end of Reconstruction. freedmenbureau Government set up schools and hospitals for former slaves.
a U.S. secret group made up of white people who are opposed to people of other races
The state in which everyone gets treated the same.
Author of the 13th Amendment
president that assumed after Lincoln's death.
It is a relationship between a person and a government to which the person owes loyalty and is so entitled to protection.
Parts of the Bill of Rights have been made applicable to states using this doctrine.
The right to vote in public
The amendment that abolished slavery in the United States

Reconstruction 2023-08-31

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Southern vigilante group that set out to destroy the Republican Party
the period of rebuilding the south that occurred from 1865-1877
withdraw, formally, from something
A system where land owner divided their land and assigned each head of household a few acres along with seeds and tools. They were allowed to keep a small portion of the crop for themselves but most when to the landowner.
An agency of the war department set up in 1865 to aid African Americans freed from emancipation

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Northerners who moved south after the war
no one can be kept from voting because of race or color
prevented states from denying rights and privileges to any US citizen
White southerners who joined the Republican Party.
Johnson Vetoed Bill of Rights and Freedmen's Bureau. He was democrat and anti-slavery. He was Abraham Lincolns sucessor.

10 Clues: withdraw, formally, from something • Northerners who moved south after the war • White southerners who joined the Republican Party. • no one can be kept from voting because of race or color • the period of rebuilding the south that occurred from 1865-1877 • Southern vigilante group that set out to destroy the Republican Party • ...

Unit 8 2025-05-08

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Guaranteed citizenship to anyone born in the U.S. and ensured equal protection under the law.
The U.S. process of reuniting and rebuilding the South after the Civil War.
The legal or social separation of people based on race.
A pledge Southerners had to take promising allegiance to the United States to be readmitted.
Abolished slavery throughout the United States.
A farming system where freedmen worked a portion of land in return for a share of the crops.
Laws passed in Southern states to restrict African American freedoms after the Civil War.

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A reading and writing test used to suppress the Black vote during and after Reconstruction.
U.S. president who took office after Lincoln and implemented a lenient Reconstruction plan.
A group that used violence and terror to oppose Reconstruction and suppress Black rights.
Gave African American men the right to vote.
President who proposed the Ten Percent Plan to bring Southern states back into the Union.
A president’s rejection of a bill; Johnson often used this to oppose Radical Republican legislation.
Rights guaranteed to all citizens regardless of race, including voting and equal treatment.
A farming system where a person rents land and pays with cash or a share of crops.
A fee required to vote, used to prevent African Americans from voting.

16 Clues: Gave African American men the right to vote. • Abolished slavery throughout the United States. • The legal or social separation of people based on race. • A fee required to vote, used to prevent African Americans from voting. • The U.S. process of reuniting and rebuilding the South after the Civil War. • ...

Civil rights 2023-04-03

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Civil Rights organisation dedicated to desegregation through legal action.
Civil Rights campaign organised after the assassination of JFK, to increase voter registration.
A system which permits private ownership, where goods are bought and sold for profit.
Capital of the United States.
Aggressive white supremacist organisation
Keeping races apart.
The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1957.
Densely populated and deprived area of a city.
The president who signed the Civil Rights Act in 1964.

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A system which puts forward a classless society, where private ownership is abolished.
Civil Rights organisation set up by MLK.
Nickname of Police Chief Connor, in Alabama.
Caricature of African Americans, and the nickname given to segregation laws.
Black teenager brutally murdered in 1955, which shed light on Southern violence.
Militant civil rights organisation, behind the assassination of Malcolm X.
A militant civil rights organisation, established in 1966, Black ___________.
President after Johnson.
A civil rights organisation established after the Greensboro sit-in.
Black student enrolled at Mississippi in 1962, James ___________.

Canadian Democracy Crossword Puzzle 2015-10-08

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Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament
Bills that are passed by Parliament
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
A king or queen of a country
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
To pick one person from a group of several people by voting
The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business

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The periods into which a Parliament is divided
A person who speaks for you
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
Another word for constituency or electoral district
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons
A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General

Canadian Democracy Vocabulary Crossword 2015-10-12

Canadian Democracy Vocabulary Crossword crossword puzzle

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Another word for constituency or electoral district
The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
The periods into which a Parliament is divided
A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business

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A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
A person who speaks for you
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
Bills that are passed by Parliament
To pick one person from a group of several people by voting
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament
A king or queen of a country

MONEY 2023-06-22

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This is a small, copper-colored coin. It is worth one cent. People use this to buy small items or save them in a piggy bank.
This is a type of paper money. It is issued by the government or central bank and represents a specific value. It is commonly used for transactions and can be exchanged for goods and services.
bill This is a paper bill or banknote. It is worth twenty dollars. It is slightly larger than a ten-dollar bill and has different pictures and symbols on it.
This refers to the money that is returned to you when you pay more than the required amount for something. It often includes a combination of coins and bills.
bill This is a paper bill or banknote. It is worth fifty dollars. It is slightly larger than a twenty-dollar bill and has different pictures and symbols on it.
bill This is a paper bill or banknote. It is worth five dollars. It is slightly larger than a one-dollar bill and has different pictures and symbols on it.
This is a small, portable case or container used to carry this. It usually has different compartments to organize coins, bills, and cards. People keep their this in their wallets for convenience and security.

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bank This is a small container, often in the shape of a pig, used to store this. Children use it to collect and save their this. They can deposit coins into the piggy bank through a slot and retrieve them when needed.
This is a larger, silver-colored coin. It is worth twenty-five cents. It is thicker than a penny and has a ridged edge.
This is a silver-colored coin. It is worth five cents. It is slightly larger than a penny and has a smooth edge.
This is a small, metallic form of this. It can be made of different metals and has a specific value. People use these to make payments or collect them as a hobby.
bill This is a paper bill or banknote. It is worth ten dollars. It is slightly larger than a five-dollar bill and has different pictures and symbols on it.
This is a paper bill or banknote. It is worth one dollar. It has pictures of important people or symbols on it. People use this to buy items of higher value.
This is a small unit of this. There are one hundred of these in a dollar. It is often represented by the symbol ¢.
This is a small, silver-colored coin. It is worth ten cents. It is thinner than a penny and has a smooth edge.

15 Clues: This is a small, silver-colored coin. It is worth ten cents. It is thinner than a penny and has a smooth edge. • This is a silver-colored coin. It is worth five cents. It is slightly larger than a penny and has a smooth edge. • This is a small unit of this. There are one hundred of these in a dollar. It is often represented by the symbol ¢. • ...

Power Symbols 2017-06-09

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National winter sport of Canada.
National summer sport of Canada.
The national colors of Canada.
Major mountain range that stretches around 3000 miles.
The largest living member of the deer family.
The largest living species of bear and are found in the northern reaches of Canada.
The National flag of Canada.
The most widely recognized national symbol of Canada.

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A bill of rights entrenched in the Constitution of Canada.
Sport invented by Canada in 1891 but is popularized by the United States.
A semiaquatic rodent that is known for building dams, canals, and lodges.
A monument created by Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples.
A federal and a national police force of Canada.
Canada's national anthem.
A human-made stone landmark used by the Indigenous people living in the Arctic region of Canada.
A symbol of Quebecois and Canadian cuisine and culture.

16 Clues: Canada's national anthem. • The National flag of Canada. • The national colors of Canada. • National winter sport of Canada. • National summer sport of Canada. • The largest living member of the deer family. • A federal and a national police force of Canada. • The most widely recognized national symbol of Canada. • Major mountain range that stretches around 3000 miles. • ...

Government 2025-03-19

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Formal decision by legislators on the bill’s fate
Presidential rejection of a bill passed by Congress
Proposed law introduced in Congress
Proposed change or addition to the bill’s text
Deliberation and discussion on the merits of the bill

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Group of legislators who review and refine the bill
Lower chamber of Congress where the bill is introduced
Chamber where the bill is debated and voted on
Final approved bill enacted into law
Upper chamber of Congress that debates the bill

10 Clues: Proposed law introduced in Congress • Final approved bill enacted into law • Chamber where the bill is debated and voted on • Proposed change or addition to the bill’s text • Upper chamber of Congress that debates the bill • Formal decision by legislators on the bill’s fate • Group of legislators who review and refine the bill • ...

Early Rock 'N' Roll Review 2013-09-18

Early Rock 'N' Roll Review crossword puzzle

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“That’ll Be the Day”, “Oh, Boy”, “Peggy Sue”
Chess, Atlantic, and Sun were the most important ___________________ record companies of the 1950’s.
Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, and Howlin’ Wolf were artists on this Chicago-based record label.
“Rock Around the Clock”
“Cross Road Blues”
Elvis’ guitar player.
Big Joe Turner, Louis Jordan, and Big Mama Thornton are associated with this style of early R & B.
“Hound Dog” (1952)
“Blue Moon of Kentucky”, “Heartbreak Hotel”
This record company bought the rights to Elvis Presley from Sun.
Elvis Presley was born in _______________, Mississippi.

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Which Elvis hit was originally written by Big Mama Thornton?
Performed a "cleaned-up" cover versions of rock ‘n’ roll for mainstream audiences not quite yet ready for the real thing.
Record label based in New York had Big Joe Turner, The Coasters, and Ray Charles.
Elvis Presley’s manager
“Shake, Rattle and Roll”
For a brief time, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis were signed to this label.
“Ain’t That a Shame”, “Blue Monday”
“Roll Over Beethoven”, “Rock and Roll Music”
This movie featured Bill Haley’s “Rock Around the Clock”.
Sun Records was founded by _______________________.
“Caldonia”
“TuttiFrutti”, “Lucille”, “Ready Teddy”
Artists associated with this style of music include Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly and the Crickets, Elvis Presley, and Bill Haley and His Comets.
Country-Swing artist, sang “Hey, Good Lookin’”.
Elvis’ bass player.
“I Got My Mojo Workin’”
Robert Johnson and Leadbelly are associated with this style of music.

28 Clues: “Caldonia” • “Cross Road Blues” • “Hound Dog” (1952) • Elvis’ bass player. • Elvis’ guitar player. • Elvis Presley’s manager • “Rock Around the Clock” • “I Got My Mojo Workin’” • “Shake, Rattle and Roll” • “Ain’t That a Shame”, “Blue Monday” • “TuttiFrutti”, “Lucille”, “Ready Teddy” • “Blue Moon of Kentucky”, “Heartbreak Hotel” • “That’ll Be the Day”, “Oh, Boy”, “Peggy Sue” • ...

Constitution Unit 2022-12-01

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The courts above a trial court that review cases
Body that is "in charge" of the judicial branch.
The ability of the Supreme Court to say if laws are unconstitutional
Branch of government that enforces laws.
Minimum age to serve as president
Introduction to the Constitution
A rough draft of a law
The national government shares powers with state governments
The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution
This kind of trial is when a judge decides the result, not a jury
Minimum age to serve as a senator
This department is responsible with our country's relationship with other countries
Asking another court to review your court case
Rule of a country by its own people

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The president's power to reject a bill from becoming a law
These cases deal with when someone breaks the law
The system where each branch of government helps control the other branches
Person who is in charge of the executive branch.
Body that is "in charge" of the legislative branch.
The decision of a court case
This executive department that enforces federal laws and prosecutes criminals
Number of years for a representative's term in office.
Number of years for a president's term in office
A group of twelve people who decide the result of a court case
Branch of government that interprets laws.
This executive department keeps the nation safe through the military
A change to the Constitution
These cases deal with people's rights
Minimum age to serve as a representative
Branch of government that makes laws.
Number of senators each state gets
This executive department creates money and collects taxes
Number of years for a senator's term in office
This determines how many representatives a state gets

34 Clues: A rough draft of a law • The decision of a court case • A change to the Constitution • Introduction to the Constitution • Minimum age to serve as president • Minimum age to serve as a senator • Number of senators each state gets • Rule of a country by its own people • These cases deal with people's rights • Branch of government that makes laws. • ...

Canadian Democracy Vocabulary Crossword 2015-10-12

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Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
A person who speaks for you
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business

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A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General
The periods into which a Parliament is divided
Another word for constituency or electoral district
The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
Bills that are passed by Parliament
Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
A king or queen of a country
To pick one person from a group of several people by voting

Canadian Democracy Vocabulary Crossword 2015-10-12

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To pick one person from a group of several people by voting
A king or queen of a country
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
A person who speaks for you
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
Another word for constituency or electoral district
Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
Bills that are passed by Parliament

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A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons
A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country
The periods into which a Parliament is divided
A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General

Canadian Democracy Vocabulary Crossword 2015-10-12

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The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
A king or queen of a country
Bills that are passed by Parliament
Another word for constituency or electoral district
To pick one person from a group of several people by voting
A person who speaks for you
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament

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A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business
The periods into which a Parliament is divided
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country

Democracy - 2 2015-10-14

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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
another word for constituency or electoral district
a rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General through discussion and voting.
to change or improve something; for example, a law or an Act of Parliament
a Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party.
the daily official record of debates in the Senate and the House of Commons in English and French.
a discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules
the bringing to an end of a Parliament
a formal event that follows rules or traditions
the process of choosing a representative by vote

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a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it
the person in charge of a meeting
bills that are passed by Parliament
a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
to pick one person from a group of several people by voting
a proposal for a law to be considered by parliament
a person who speaks for you
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 Upper House of Parliament by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister. A Senator represents the region of Canada.

civics crossword 2024-05-09

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picketing is an example of which freedom
what amendment protects us from unreasonable search and se
how many faces cards are in a deck
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence
what document was written in 1787
How long does a president serve
How many planets are there
who was the president during U.S attacks on september 11th
What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
what is the action of the President when he rejects a bill from congress.

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how many colors are on the rainbow
when do we celebrate Independence day
What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
who was first president of the United States.
What are two rights of everyone living in the United States.
what is the longest river
How long do supreme court justices serve
what branch enforces the laws of the land
what president served three full terms in office
What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?
how many are in a dozen

21 Clues: how many are in a dozen • what is the longest river • How many planets are there • How long does a president serve • what document was written in 1787 • how many colors are on the rainbow • how many faces cards are in a deck • when do we celebrate Independence day • picketing is an example of which freedom • How long do supreme court justices serve • ...

Civics review: Spike 2023-04-12

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the highest judicial court in a country or state.
to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body
interprets the laws
The branch of the government that has the president
the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce and controls taxing and spending policies
Minnesota's 41st Governor
first person to sign the Constitution

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There are 94
hears and reviews the appeals from legal cases that have already been heard and ruled on in a lower court
judge of the U.S. Supreme Court
a person who has committed a crime
altering or amending a law or document
a draft of a proposed law
Current US president
a compulsory contribution to state revenue
expressed typically through a ballot, a show of hands, or by voice.
the system of rules
the supreme law of the United States of America

19 Clues: There are 94 • interprets the laws • the system of rules • Current US president • a draft of a proposed law • Minnesota's 41st Governor • judge of the U.S. Supreme Court • a person who has committed a crime • first person to sign the Constitution • altering or amending a law or document • a compulsory contribution to state revenue • the supreme law of the United States of America • ...

Word Wall Quiz 2023-12-01

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The British response to the Boston Tea Party
Roger Williams started religious tolerant
Agreement that decided how many representatives large and small states would send to Congress
Fishing, lumbering, shipbuilding, harbors
Turning point of war
Wealth, religion, expand empires, claim territory
Law establishing a way for admitting new states to the United States
British controlled colonial trade

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Distance from Britain, Mayflower compact (social contract), Virginia House of Burgesses
believed it needed a bill of rights
Agreement over how slaves would count for representation and taxation purposes
Claimed Florida, Texas, California & built missions
Claimed land in New World to profit from fur trading
life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness
believed it created a more stable Union
Balances helps to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
Law forbid colonists from moving west of the Appalachian Mountains

17 Clues: Turning point of war • British controlled colonial trade • believed it needed a bill of rights • life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness • believed it created a more stable Union • Roger Williams started religious tolerant • Fishing, lumbering, shipbuilding, harbors • The British response to the Boston Tea Party • Wealth, religion, expand empires, claim territory • ...

civics unit 3 2023-04-17

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this branch makes laws
(blank) clause gives Congress the right to make an "necessary" laws
ratifies any executive agreement by at least 2/3 vote
this chief justice defended both the judicial review and federalism
(blank) is to be accused of doing something improper
what articles mentions the elastic clause and the legislative branch
which branch enterupts the laws
what article talked about the supremacy clause
how many amendment in the constitution are included in the Bill of Rights
how many amendments are there in total

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introduction of the constitution
(blank) is dividing the government powers between state and national governments
what amendment repealed the 18th amendemnt
which article talks about the executive branch
which branch carryouts and enforces the laws
what did amendment 18 prohibit
case of marbury vs. (blank) established the principles of judicial review

17 Clues: this branch makes laws • what did amendment 18 prohibit • which branch enterupts the laws • introduction of the constitution • how many amendments are there in total • what amendment repealed the 18th amendemnt • which branch carryouts and enforces the laws • which article talks about the executive branch • what article talked about the supremacy clause • ...

Citizenship Crossword 2018-10-11

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fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.
the position or status of being a citizen of a particular country.
the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.
a range of different things.
an amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1791 as part of the Bill of Rights, prohibiting Congress from interfering with freedom of religion, speech, assembly, or petition.
a thing that one is required to do as part of a job, role, or legal obligation.
the admittance of a foreigner to the citizenship of a country.

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a moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause.
a moral or legal obligation.
the official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
reliance on one's own powers and resources rather than those of others.
(of a person, organization, or institution) required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.
the system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties.
a legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized.

15 Clues: a moral or legal obligation. • a range of different things. • the official power to make legal decisions and judgments. • the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country. • the admittance of a foreigner to the citizenship of a country. • the position or status of being a citizen of a particular country. • ...

The Metis 2020-04-08

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People or animals moving within a country.
A government law created in 1814 that banned the Métis from exporting any meat, fish or vegetables from the Red River settlements.
A document created by the Métis Provisional Government and presented to the Government of Canada that requested that Métis receive the rights enjoyed by other Canadians.
A temporary government established by the Métis in 1864.
The characteristics of the people of a particular place.

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A process by which culture or individual is absorbed into a more dominant culture because of its overwhelming influence.
The way in which people meet their basic needs, such as food,clothing and shelter.
the set of characteristics you use to express who you are.
North West Company employees.,
a law passed in July 1870 in response to the Metis Bill of Rights; it created the Province of Manitoba
A vast territory named after Prince Rupert, the first head of the Hudson’s Bay Company.
A boat used by the Métis to transport furs that replaced the canoe. York boat
A form of transportation invented by the Métis that hauled goods such as buffalo meat on land and water.
People of mixed First Nation and European ancestry

14 Clues: North West Company employees., • People or animals moving within a country. • People of mixed First Nation and European ancestry • A temporary government established by the Métis in 1864. • The characteristics of the people of a particular place. • the set of characteristics you use to express who you are. • ...

GOVERNMENT 2023-02-24

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An official change to a document.
To decline a law.
The first ten amendments in the U.S Constitution.
The system of divided power and levels of a government.
The part that understands laws and give sentences to those who break them.
The head of a state.

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To confirm officially.
The part that creates laws, budgets and amendments in the government.
A written document that has the country’s rules.
The part that puts in effect laws, appointing officials and oversees official processes.
A separated and bordered area in a country.

11 Clues: To decline a law. • The head of a state. • To confirm officially. • An official change to a document. • A separated and bordered area in a country. • A written document that has the country’s rules. • The first ten amendments in the U.S Constitution. • The system of divided power and levels of a government. • ...

Our democratic republic review 2022-02-04

Our democratic republic review crossword puzzle

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The branch of government that contains the House of Representatives
The unfair drawing of congressional districts is known as this
Cincinnatus offered us an example of this; valuing the common good
New Hampshire's bordering state that is also worth four electoral votes

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This rebellion highlighted the country's strength under the U.S. Constitution
The number of amendments in the Bill of Rights
The number of justices on the U.S. Supreme Court
This rebellion showed the country's weakness under the Articles of Confederation
The branch of government that contains President's cabinet
The number of years in a Senator's term
The branch of government that contains the U.S. Supreme Court
______ of State, ______ of Defense, ______ of Education

12 Clues: The number of years in a Senator's term • The number of amendments in the Bill of Rights • The number of justices on the U.S. Supreme Court • ______ of State, ______ of Defense, ______ of Education • The branch of government that contains President's cabinet • The branch of government that contains the U.S. Supreme Court • ...

Civics Crossword Puzzle 2024-05-09

Civics Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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Who enforces laws
What does the fifth amendment state
What must a policeman do before arresting you
1st president
What does the first amendment state
President in the burning white house fire
What court case stated the miranda rights
Who sponsers a bill first
Who is the commander in chief
How many people are in the senate

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What does the second amendment state
What does the third amendment state
How many people are in the House
What does the fourth amendment state
Who overviews laws
What court case had racial segregation in schools
40th president
Who creates laws
Presidents wife with a lazy eye
Which president created peace with north korea

20 Clues: 1st president • 40th president • Who creates laws • Who enforces laws • Who overviews laws • Who sponsers a bill first • Who is the commander in chief • Presidents wife with a lazy eye • How many people are in the House • How many people are in the senate • What does the third amendment state • What does the fifth amendment state • What does the first amendment state • ...

Government Terms Set #2 2022-12-12

Government Terms Set #2 crossword puzzle

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a series of violent attacks on courthouses and other government properties in Massachusetts
A false verbal accusation of a person's character, reputation, business, or property rights.
a judge's order authorizing a search
A procedural rule in the House of Representatives that prohibits any amendments to bills or provides that only members of the committee reporting the bill may offer amendments.
is the group of presidential electors required by the Constitution to form every four years for the sole purpose of electing the president and vice president
people who opposed the Constitution
An officeholder who is seeking reelection.
Article III
The principle of a two-house legislature.
the right to vote
Process of redrawing legislative boundaries for the purpose of benefiting the party in power.
To Approve
Primary election in which any voter, regardless of party, may vote.

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Executive Branch
the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government
the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.
More than half
the people who are represented by elected officials
A requirement that citizens pay a tax in order to register to vote
A government controlled by religious leaders
supporters of the Constitution
Election in which voters choose party nominees.
A lengthy speech designed to delay or kill the vote on a bill; used only in the Senate
A false written accusation of a person's character, reputation, business or property rights
An action by the House of Representatives to accuse the president, vice president, or other civil officers of the United States of committing "Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors."

25 Clues: To Approve • Article III • More than half • Executive Branch • the right to vote • supporters of the Constitution • people who opposed the Constitution • a judge's order authorizing a search • The principle of a two-house legislature. • An officeholder who is seeking reelection. • A government controlled by religious leaders • Election in which voters choose party nominees. • ...

American Government 2016-10-03

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having a single legislative chamber.
was a proposal by Virginia delegates for a bicameral legislative branch.
a major English constitutional document that sets out specific liberties of the subject that the king is prohibited from infringing.
raid on three British ships in Boston Harbor (December 16, 1773) in which Boston colonists, disguised as Indians, threw the contents of several hundred chests of tea into the harbor as a protest against British taxes on tea and against the monopoly granted the East India Company
a European intellectual movement of the late 17th and 18th centuries emphasizing reason and individualism rather than tradition. It was heavily influenced by 17th-century philosophers such as Descartes, Locke, and Newton, and its prominent exponents include Kant, Goethe, Voltaire, Rousseau, and Adam Smith.
A series of military engagements between Britain and France in North America between 1754 and 1763.
the formal statement written by Thomas Jefferson declaring the freedom of the thirteen American colonies from Great Britain.
American Patriots' term for a series of punitive laws passed by the British Parliament in 1774 after the Boston Tea party.
having two branches or chambers.
an act of the British Parliament in 1756 that exacted revenue from the American colonies by imposing a stamp duty on newspapers and legal and commercial documents
person who opposed the ratification of the Constitution
compromise reached between delegates from southern states and those from northern states during the 1787 United States Constitutional Convention, counts slaves as people
an ideology of being a citizen in a state as a republic under which the people hold popular sovereignty

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the first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791 and guaranteeing such rights as the freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship.
the original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781, which was replaced by the US Constitution in 1789.
a riot in Boston (March 5, 1770) arising from the resentment of Boston colonists toward British troops quartered in the city, in which the troops fired on the mob and killed several persons.
was an agreement that large and small states reached during the Constitutional Convention of 1787 that in part defined the legislative structure and representation that each state would have under the United States ...
The Compromise of 1877 was a purported informal, unwritten deal that settled the intensely disputed 1876 U.S. presidential election.
was a proposal for the structure of the United States Government presented by William Paterson at the Constitutional Convention ; favored small states
an advocate or supporter of federalism.
statute of 1689 confirming, with minor changes, the Declaration of Rights, declaring the rights and liberties of the subjects and settling the succession in William III and Mary II. British Dictionary definitions for Bill of Rights Expand.
French political philosopher who advocated the separation of executive and legislative and judicial powers
good sense and sound judgment in practical matters.
a document constituting a fundamental guarantee of rights and privileges.
Rights that people supposedly have under natural law

25 Clues: having two branches or chambers. • having a single legislative chamber. • an advocate or supporter of federalism. • good sense and sound judgment in practical matters. • Rights that people supposedly have under natural law • person who opposed the ratification of the Constitution • was a proposal by Virginia delegates for a bicameral legislative branch. • ...

Foundational Documents and Principles of the United States 2023-11-03

Foundational Documents and Principles of the United States crossword puzzle

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This document by Thomas Jefferson became a model for part of the first Amendment
We vote for representatives to make our laws
The level of government at the top in charge of all states and citizens
The first representative government in the colonies
This colonial constitution expanded voting rights in its colony
The first 10 amendments to the constitution established to protect the individual liberties of citizens
Power of the People
The level of government in charge of affairs within a single state
The branch of government that enforces the laws

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The principle that the government is bound by the constitution
The first constitution of the United States
Each branch of government can oversee and interact with the other branches to ensure no one branch can overstep its assigned powers
This document gave justification for the colonies to leave England and become their own country
The branch of government that makes the laws
The government principle outlined in the 10th Amendment; 2 levels of gov.(federal & state)
There are 3 separate branches of government (legislative, executive, & judicial) each with their own powers and responsibilities
A social contract that became the model of self government in the British Colonies
This principle is set up in the Bill of Rights
The part of the AoC that set up a system for new states to join the United States
The branch of government that interprets the laws
The current set of principles that guide our country/highest law of the US

21 Clues: Power of the People • The first constitution of the United States • The branch of government that makes the laws • We vote for representatives to make our laws • This principle is set up in the Bill of Rights • The branch of government that enforces the laws • The branch of government that interprets the laws • The first representative government in the colonies • ...

Canadian Democracy Vocabulary Crossword 2015-10-14

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Bills that are passed by Parliament
Another word for constituency or electoral district
The periods into which a Parliament is divided
The agreement by the provinces to join together to form a the nation of Canada and create a federal Parliament (hint: Happened in 1867)
The political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons. They make the decisions of the Government's priorities and policies
A Member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
A king or queen of a country
Group of all Ministers, mostly from the House of Commons and a few from the Senate
A large room in which the Senate meet to discuss business
To pick one person from a group of several people by voting
A rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General
Discussion in which the arguments for and against a subject are presented according to specific rules

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The upper house of parliament, made up of senators
Proposal for a law to be considered at Parliament
A person who speaks for you
Group of Senators, Members of Parliament, or both, selected to study a specific subject or bill and write a report about it
All political parties and independent Members who do not belong to a governing party
Large, heavy, silver and gold covered staff that is a symbol of the power and authority of Parliament
Person who had full political and civil rights in his or her country
A university student who works for the Senate of the House of Commons

Unit 1.1 - American History CP1 2024-09-04

Unit 1.1 - American History CP1 crossword puzzle

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what bill was passed in 1864
who insisted that the confederates had committed crimes by enslaving African Americans
this amendment guaranteed equality under the law for all citizens
laws that sought to limit the rights of African Americans
the house of representatives voted to ______ Johnson

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what act did congress try to overturn
this amendment forbid any state from denying suffrage on the grounds of race, or color
Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands were also known as
Johnson who was president Lincoln's vice president?
era of ______ (1865-1877)

10 Clues: era of ______ (1865-1877) • what bill was passed in 1864 • what act did congress try to overturn • Johnson who was president Lincoln's vice president? • the house of representatives voted to ______ Johnson • laws that sought to limit the rights of African Americans • this amendment guaranteed equality under the law for all citizens • ...

Us constitution 2024-09-17

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Fathers—writers and framers of the Constitution; the founders.
power or authority to hear cases and make decisions.
shipped to other countries for sale or use.
and make official.
branch law-making part of government.

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brought in from other countries for sale or use.
of ratification of the Constitution
tax on imported or exported goods or a list or system that describes such
or addition to a document or plan, such as the Constitution.
of Rights—first 10 amendments to the Constitution.

10 Clues: and make official. • of ratification of the Constitution • branch law-making part of government. • shipped to other countries for sale or use. • brought in from other countries for sale or use. • of Rights—first 10 amendments to the Constitution. • power or authority to hear cases and make decisions. • or addition to a document or plan, such as the Constitution. • ...

American Gov. Vocab 2018-03-20

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Closed meeting
Limits each debate by allowing every senator only one hour for speaking on a bill
Assistant floor leaders in the house
Meetings
Proposed law
Legislature 2 houses
Representative seats
Minimum number of members needed for official legislative action
The people in the districts they represent
Members already in office
Vote of formal disapproval

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Population Count
Specializes in a subcategory of its standing committee's responsibilities
Leader Speaker’s top assistant
Made of members of both house and senate,
Setting up new district lines after Reapportionment
Extend debate to prevent a bill
Drawing district boundaries to give electoral advantages
Committee Groups that oversee bills that dealt with certain kinds of issues

19 Clues: Meetings • Proposed law • Closed meeting • Population Count • Representative seats • Legislature 2 houses • Members already in office • Vote of formal disapproval • Leader Speaker’s top assistant • Extend debate to prevent a bill • Assistant floor leaders in the house • Made of members of both house and senate, • The people in the districts they represent • ...

Government 2015-10-12

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a group of all Ministers who make decisions about governmental issues
a rule for all Canadians made by Senators, Members of Parliament and the Governor General
formed by the political party with the most members elected to the House of Commons
a proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
a special title given to Senators and Cabinet Ministers for life
to choose a representative in an election
a member of the Senate or House of Commons who does not belong to a political party
the set of rules that a country follows to work as a nation
the government's plan for how it will collect and spend money each year
a king or queen of a country
the bringing to an end of a Parliament
one of two large rooms in the centre block of the Parliament Buildings
to change or improve something; a law or an act of Parliament

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the process of choosing a representative by vote
bills that are passed by Parliament
to place a document before the Senate, House of Commons or a committee for consideration
a change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report
to pick one person from a group of several people by voting
a formal event that follows rules or traditions
a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
a person who speaks for you
of two chambers or rooms; for example the Senate and the House of Commons
another word for constituency or electoral district
the city where a country's legislature carries out its business
the periods into which a Parliament is divided

25 Clues: a person who speaks for you • a king or queen of a country • bills that are passed by Parliament • the bringing to an end of a Parliament • to choose a representative in an election • the periods into which a Parliament is divided • a formal event that follows rules or traditions • the process of choosing a representative by vote • ...

Constitution Review 2014-01-27

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A document stating the rules for the government
didn't want people to vote for congress
Published Federalist papers
Colonists of a system of courts
The first ten amendments in the constitution
Powers not stated in the constitution are reserved for the states
No cruel and unusual punishment
uprising of about 1,000 Massachusetts farmers after a depression hit
Delegate from Pennsylvania, wanted people to elect legislature
Published Federalist papers
the right to bear arms
to approve
agreement where each side gives up part of something it wants

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responsible for writing intro to constitution
No self incrimination
Each citizen is entitled to equal protection under the law
A time where business slows and prices and wages drop
Person who runs the government and makes sure the laws are followed
Member of Anti-Federalist Party
Delegate from Virginia, author of Virginia plan

20 Clues: to approve • No self incrimination • the right to bear arms • Published Federalist papers • Published Federalist papers • Colonists of a system of courts • Member of Anti-Federalist Party • No cruel and unusual punishment • didn't want people to vote for congress • The first ten amendments in the constitution • responsible for writing intro to constitution • ...

4th Grade Celebrating Texas and the Nation 2022-09-07

4th Grade Celebrating Texas and the Nation crossword puzzle

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What were the first ten amendments called?
spanish military fort
a structure built to show respect for a past event
changes or additions made by a government

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a written plan for the government
religious communities
a person who lives in a place far away from the country that governs him
fidelity to a thing, person or idea

8 Clues: religious communities • spanish military fort • a written plan for the government • fidelity to a thing, person or idea • changes or additions made by a government • What were the first ten amendments called? • a structure built to show respect for a past event • a person who lives in a place far away from the country that governs him

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