bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
2025 Session CA Crossword 2025-04-24
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- Sent an executive action email with a "Failed" bill
- Sent the least amount of executive action emails
- Second longest serving session staffer (10 years!)
- "Mr. Chair, there are 31 ayes, 0 Nays, and 0 Absent or Excused"
- Had a Saturday meeting (not on APP)
- Most BRs processed out of committee
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- Most chocolate bought in a single session
- CA who worked through Bill Analysis edits via Teams
- Shortest policy Bill Analysis (136 words!)
- Quickest committee meeting
- Edited the bill report with the most number of pages
- Most agenda changes between two committees
- Most work sessions
13 Clues: Most work sessions • Quickest committee meeting • Had a Saturday meeting (not on APP) • Most BRs processed out of committee • Most chocolate bought in a single session • Shortest policy Bill Analysis (136 words!) • Most agenda changes between two committees • Sent the least amount of executive action emails • Second longest serving session staffer (10 years!) • ...
HTREA 2023-09-26
11 Clues: half a dollar • a dollar bill • greeting in htrae • another dollar bill • is the ruler of ohio • a not very valuable coin • a precious metal in htrae • the planet my imagination is on • currency of the planet of htrae • is the funniest state on htrae and earth • radioactive material, and the 119th element
Tuesday's Game 2025-10-14
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- Baker's yeast is essential for leavening ______.
- Tzatziki sauce is traditionally made with yogurt, _______ , and garlic.
- Giorgia Meloni is the first ______ to hold the office of Italian Prime Minister.
- Giorgia Meloni served as Minister for Youth in the government of Silvio _____.
- Bill Clinton previously served as the Governor of _______.
- Focaccia is a type of flatbread from this country.
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- Bill Clinton founded the Clinton Foundation with his wife, _____ Clinton.
- Focaccia is similar in style and texture to the dough used to make this food.
- Bill Clinton is a member of the _______ Party.
- Giorgia _____ is the current Prime Minister of Italy.
- The tzatziki name comes from the word cacık in this language.
- Barron Trump is the youngest son of _____ Trump.
- Tzatziki sauce can also be used as a dip for vegetables or ______ bread.
- Brewer's yeast is used to produce _____ and other alcoholic beverages.
- Bill Clinton signed the North American Free ______ Agreement (NAFTA).
15 Clues: Bill Clinton is a member of the _______ Party. • Baker's yeast is essential for leavening ______. • Barron Trump is the youngest son of _____ Trump. • Focaccia is a type of flatbread from this country. • Giorgia _____ is the current Prime Minister of Italy. • Bill Clinton previously served as the Governor of _______. • ...
Renzo M. - APUSH Court Cases and Documents to Know 2025-04-25
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- ruled that the right to privacy under 14th Amendment allowed abortion to be legal nationwide
- upheld racial segregation with the "separate but equal" clause
- declared that all slaves in Confederate territory were free
- ruled that states cannot tax national institutions and said that Congress has implied powers
- first US constitution; strongly favored state power over central government
- created stronger national government with check and balances, includes a Bill of Rights, replaced Articles
- Address speech dedicated to the fallen at Gettysburg; said that Civil War was fought to save a Union built on equality and freedom
- maintained limits on free speech; First Amendment does not protect speech if it is a "clear and present danger"
- ruled that sending Japanese-Americans in internment camps during WW2 was constitutional
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- ruled that racial segregation in schools was "inherently unequal"; overturned Plessy V. Ferguson
- formal declaration of US independence from Great Britain
- 85 essays written to encourage Americans to support ratification of Constitution
- warned America about danger of political parties, creating foreign alliances, and intervening in European affairs
- creates idea of judicial review; rules that the Judiciary Act of 1789 to be unconstitutional
- ruled that police must tell people what rights they hold before questioning them
- ended WW1;rejected by U.S., included a League of Nations and harsh punishments on Germany: reparations, reduced military
- ruled that Georgia couldn't enforce state law in Cherokee territory
- ruled that enslaved people were not US citizens; overturned Missouri Compromise of 1820
- pamphlet that used simple language to call for American independence
19 Clues: formal declaration of US independence from Great Britain • declared that all slaves in Confederate territory were free • upheld racial segregation with the "separate but equal" clause • ruled that Georgia couldn't enforce state law in Cherokee territory • pamphlet that used simple language to call for American independence • ...
Revolutionary protection 2025-11-13
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- of the declaration of independence
- of Law-Principal all people and institutions must follow
- established to protect rights
- process-government must give people a chance to defend themselves
- of things that people believe they should do free without restriction
- that cannot be take away
- cruel oppressive ruler
- soldiers in civilian homes
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- of the people
- allowed to do something with permission
- Government-government have little power over decisions without other leaders and branches
- man for peoples rights
- from political restraint
- good thing being done
- of people that can remove something that doesn't protect their rights
- from harm or threat
- Government-government run by community and make their own decisions
- natural right
- be given more power
- people protection with rights
20 Clues: of the people • natural right • from harm or threat • be given more power • good thing being done • man for peoples rights • cruel oppressive ruler • from political restraint • that cannot be take away • soldiers in civilian homes • established to protect rights • people protection with rights • of the declaration of independence • allowed to do something with permission • ...
Civil War/Reconstruction 2021-09-30
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- Lincoln needed this amount of voters to set his plan to pardon southerners in motion
- The end of the Confederates took place here
- The main general who served the Union and later became the 18th
- Landowners turned to this when their source of labor dried up
- This foreign country might have joined with the South
- The first Civil War submarine
- This change to our Constitution abolished slavery and involuntary servitude
- The South dubbed certain Northerners they thought were exploiting them this name
- This bureau provided protection, food, shelter, education for former slaves
- The main general of the Confederates
- Loyalty to one instead of the whole
- The act of declaring a federal law unconstitutional
- This compromise declared that no slavery was to be above a certain state's southern border
- The civil war was also thought to be this kind of war
- The main cause of the civil war
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- Southern laws that nearly duplicated slavery conditions
- The South were called this
- The battle that started the Civil War
- Took over after Lincoln and made a lot of people in Congress angry
- 1865-1877
- This change to our Constitution ensures everyone has citizen rights
- This bill from Congress was made to PUNISH the South
- This executive order, or proclamation, freed the slaves in the South
- "Honest Abe"; the 16th
- The deadliest battle of the Civil War
- This change to our Constitution prohibits discrimination on citizens' voting rights
- He sued his owner, only to be told that he was not a citizen, but property
- A particular group of Republicans in the 1860s that wanted to abolish slavery
- Lincoln wanted this to return to its former state
- The act of splitting away
30 Clues: 1865-1877 • "Honest Abe"; the 16th • The act of splitting away • The South were called this • The first Civil War submarine • The main cause of the civil war • Loyalty to one instead of the whole • The main general of the Confederates • The battle that started the Civil War • The deadliest battle of the Civil War • The end of the Confederates took place here • ...
Government crossword puzzel 2022-05-18
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- to end a meeting
- small group who comes together to discuss and make laws of a county, state etc.
- an addition to the constitution
- a system that allows each branch to veto or amend another branch to prevent one branch from excepting to much power
- to reject a law
- when some feels the lower courts were wrong within their decision they can got o higher Court so they can review the case.
- highest court in the united states
- case has a higher burden of proof.
- legislative proposal before congress
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- a body of elected officials who represent districts in their state
- review the laws
- this branch carries out and enforces
- case that involves disputes between individuals or organizations
- elected;4 years; superior court judges
- this branch makes the laws
- established fundamental laws and guaranteed certain basic rights for their citizens
16 Clues: review the laws • to reject a law • to end a meeting • this branch makes the laws • an addition to the constitution • highest court in the united states • case has a higher burden of proof. • this branch carries out and enforces • legislative proposal before congress • elected;4 years; superior court judges • case that involves disputes between individuals or organizations • ...
Amendments & Warrantless Arrests 2024-02-05
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- Being someplace you are not allowed to be
- The 5th amendment does not allow for ? jeopardy
- Taking something that does not belong to you
- What is ignoring a domestic court order
- What it is called if you show your private parts
- The 1st amendment gives you the right to peacefully ?
- The 8th amendment protects you from ? bail.
- Involves damage to another persons property
- "Father of the Bill of Rights" who refused to sign the constitution without it
- The 7th amendment gives you the right to trial by ?
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- What it is called if you post nude pics of your ex online
- The 6th amendment gives you right to ? trial
- The 4th amendment protects you from ? search and seizure
- The 2nd amendment provides you the right to bear ?
- What it is called if you hit someone
- Crime that involves couples
16 Clues: Crime that involves couples • What it is called if you hit someone • What is ignoring a domestic court order • Being someplace you are not allowed to be • The 8th amendment protects you from ? bail. • Involves damage to another persons property • The 6th amendment gives you right to ? trial • Taking something that does not belong to you • ...
2 2024-07-21
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- ______ characteristics of land include immobility, indestructibility, and nonhomogeneity (uniqueness)
- ______ rights can be held by owners of land adjacent to rivers, lakes, or oceans
- The doctrine of prior _____ is followed in some states and provides that water use, aside from limited domestic use, is controlled by the state rather than the landowner adjacent to the water; to use water, the landowner must demonstrate a beneficial use of the water, such as for irrigation of crops
- Real ______ includes the land as well as all things permanently attached or annexed to the land, both by nature and by humans
- A truckload of lumber that a homeowner purchased has been left in the driveway for use in building a porch. The lumber is considered ______ property
- Another term for "personal property" is _____
- The ______ of legal rights includes the rights of possession, control, enjoyment, exclusion, and disposition
- A ____ is personal property that has been affixed to the land or to a building so that by law it becomes part of the real property
- _____ is the right to ownership of real property and the evidence of ownership provided by a written document, called a deed
- _____ describes the act by which real property can be converted into personal property
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- _____ rights belong to owners of land that borders a commercially navigable lake, sea, or ocean
- The term "Nonhomogeneity" refers to ____
- An _____ is a right or privilege associated with real property in some way, such as a parking space in a multiunit building, an easement, or water rights, and is normally conveyed to the new owner when the property is sold
- _____ rights belong to owners of land along a flowing body of water
- ____ characteristics of land include scarcity, improvements, permanence of the investment, and area preference (situs)
- ______ rights include mineral rights and other natural resources that can be leased or sold separately from surface rights
- The legal tests for a fixture include _____: the method of attachment, adaptability of the thing for the land's ordinary use, relationship of the parties, intent in placing the item on the land, and agreement of the parties
- _____ fixtures include property attached to a structure but used in the course of business
- ______ rights can be sold separately from surface rights and have limitations to enable air travel
19 Clues: The term "Nonhomogeneity" refers to ____ • Another term for "personal property" is _____ • _____ rights belong to owners of land along a flowing body of water • ______ rights can be held by owners of land adjacent to rivers, lakes, or oceans • _____ describes the act by which real property can be converted into personal property • ...
Constitution Test - Amendments 1 through 27 2015-05-05
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- Amendment 18 is repealed and alcohol is now legal again.
- States cannot be sued by citizens in a federal court.
- Limits the president to 2 terms or a maximum of 10 years.
- Gives 18 year-olds and older the right to vote.
- Limits the power of Congress to increase his own salaries.
- Slavery is abolished throughout the United States.
- Shortens time between sitting of candidates/Inauguration day Jan. 20th.
- States cannot be discriminated against/no confederate officers in gov.
- No double jeopardy, self-incrimination. Right to life,liberty,happy.
- Right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure.
- Women gain the right to vote.
- Senators are chosen directly by the people.
- Guarantees freedom from excessive bail and cruel/unusual punishment.
- No quartering of soldiers in time of war.
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- Freedom of religion, of speech, of the press, to assembly, and petition.
- Basic Rights:Rights not listed in Constitution cannot be denied.
- The number of amendments in Bill Of Rights.
- The Vice-President will serve as President if current is unable to serve.
- You cannot be charged a fee to vote.
- Guarantees the right to be informed of charges. [Miranda Rights]
- Citizens of Washington D.C. are awarded 3 electoral college votes.
- The consumption and sale of alcoholic beverages is illegal.
- African-American MEN receive the right to vote.
- The president and vice-president are selected through electoral college.
- Allows the government to collect money from citizen's salaries.
- Guarantees the right to trial by jury in civil cases.
- Declares that powers not specifically given to gov go to states/people.
- Gives people the right to bear arms. (Not literally)
28 Clues: Women gain the right to vote. • You cannot be charged a fee to vote. • No quartering of soldiers in time of war. • The number of amendments in Bill Of Rights. • Senators are chosen directly by the people. • Gives 18 year-olds and older the right to vote. • African-American MEN receive the right to vote. • Slavery is abolished throughout the United States. • ...
How Primary Law is Made in the UK 2018-03-26
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- The word which follows Royal, the final stage of the legislative process.
- Where the whole House reviews the amendments of the Bill made by the Committee, a vote takes place (both Houses).
- When an Act remains in force but the words are changed.
- The colour of a Government paper with details of an idea for legislation.
- The final opportunity for each House to debate and vote on the Bill.
- When a number of Acts are brought together into a single piece of legislation.
- The colour of the paper which sets out proposals for legislation.
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- After the Third Reading, the Bill moves to the other House for this stage of the legislative process.
- When the Bill has passed through both Houses, the final stage before Royal Assent.
- A detailed examination of the Bill takes place at this stage and members of the Committee of both Houses vote upon it.
- When an Act is no longer in force.
- A debate is held at this reading and in the House of Commons, it is voted upon.
- The name of a proposal for a new law when it has entered either House.
13 Clues: When an Act is no longer in force. • When an Act remains in force but the words are changed. • The colour of the paper which sets out proposals for legislation. • The final opportunity for each House to debate and vote on the Bill. • The name of a proposal for a new law when it has entered either House. • ...
Be careful of what you do. 2023-02-02
7 Clues: bill of rights? • West, kim k's ex husband? • who has sirens and goes wooooo? • do you have privacy on your phone? • stinney, the 14 year old boy on death row? • Media, what you stare at all day on the phone? • In what crazy state did a kid get arrested for not saying the national anthem?
Chapter One 2018-02-20
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- when the government punishes citizens for violated rights
- rights and freedoms
- the standard of something such as being a citizen
- a person's beliefs
- the organizations, institutions, and individuals who exercise political authority over a group of people
- people who entered a country illegally
- all people have the same rights under the law
- a specific number of immigrants from certain countries that can enter the U.S.
- a basic principle of American government
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- the study of citizenship and government
- people who are trying to escape dangers in their home countries
- the responsibilities of a citizen
- a legally recognized member of a country
- permanent residents of the U.S who are citizens of another country
- an ordered community
- the woman who sparked the modern civil rights movement
- when an alien becomes a citizen
- when you were born in the U.S.
- people who entered a country and are not from there
- foundation of your many of your important rights and freedoms
20 Clues: a person's beliefs • rights and freedoms • an ordered community • when you were born in the U.S. • when an alien becomes a citizen • the responsibilities of a citizen • people who entered a country illegally • the study of citizenship and government • a legally recognized member of a country • a basic principle of American government • ...
Government 2015-10-12
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- the city where a country's legislature carries out its business
- a proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament
- another word for constituency or electoral district
- a group of all Ministers who make decisions about governmental issues
- a person who speaks for you
- bills that are passed by Parliament
- to change or improve something; a law or an act of Parliament
- a person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country
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- the periods into which a Parliament is divided
- to choose a representative in an election
- the process of choosing a representative by vote
- a king or queen of a country
- the set of rules that a country follows to work as a nation
- to pick one person from a group of several people by voting
- a formal event that follows rules or traditions
15 Clues: a person who speaks for you • a king or queen of a country • bills that are passed by 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 • a proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament • ...
Cold War Puzzle 2022-11-14
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- american volunteers who helped disadvantaged people in underdeveloped countries of the world.
- who wins the Space race?
- the soviet union's tight control over travel communication.
- Who was the leader of United States during the Cold War?
- american servicemen lost their lives in southeast Asia what war was it?
- United States begins a massive airlift of food, water, and medicine to the citizens of the besieged city.
- was an alliance formed by 12 countries to oppose the spread of communism in Eastern Europe.
- the war in 1945
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- what month did the cold war end?
- what was built in Germany?
- who was the first to launch the sputnik?
- who strengthen American military forces and promised a tough stance against the Soviet Union and international communism?
- what caused the cold war?
- who was leader during the cold war and after?
- what bill of rights?
15 Clues: the war in 1945 • what bill of rights? • who wins the Space race? • what caused the cold war? • what was built in Germany? • what month did the cold war end? • who was the first to launch the sputnik? • who was leader during the cold war and after? • Who was the leader of United States during the Cold War? • the soviet union's tight control over travel communication. • ...
Family Crossword 2025-09-10
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- both Jess & Georgia drive
- Make of car Jack & Bill share
- rhymes, Riley’s screen time sing-alongs
- Tiny stingers Kathy avoids
- Petalled beauty Jess loves with a cosmic name
- Patrol, Pups on duty keeping Lachie entertained
- Mum’s pastime among petals and soil
- Jack’s speciality
- Orange faction at school
- Road where Jess & Tim reside
- Colour of Bill’s motorbike
- Traveller with no memory
- kart, Track where Tim first worked
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- A car Bill use to own, that Georgia now owns
- Jess’ first set of wheels
- Jack’s way of turning timber into treasure
- Fish Kim can’t stand
- Country Kim once lived in
- Angels, Band used as Kim’s old ringtone
- Silver fish that Kim favours
- Where Tim drives without a car
- Street where Bill & Georgia live
- Royal shade that Lachie loves
- Jess’ first pay packet came from here
- Tree, Beloved tree at Prendwick Park
25 Clues: Jack’s speciality • Fish Kim can’t stand • Orange faction at school • Traveller with no memory • Jess’ first set of wheels • both Jess & Georgia drive • Country Kim once lived in • Tiny stingers Kathy avoids • Colour of Bill’s motorbike • Silver fish that Kim favours • Road where Jess & Tim reside • Make of car Jack & Bill share • Royal shade that Lachie loves • ...
Government Culminating Assignment 2022-12-22
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- - A democratic political system which is led by an elected leader.typically power is distributed amongst two to three branches.
- - An environment where a judge can rule out someones punishment
- - A corrupt way to change a voting district so their party will win
- - Government created by force and other people are forced to submit
- - Legal rules that tell you what you can or cannot do
- - The branch responsible for evaluating laws and those who break them
- - related to citizens and their society
- - explains the purpose of the constitution, who wrote it, and why
- - A higher power that guides a community
- - absolute power to one person
- - A group of people that give suggestions to the president about situations they must deal with
- - the power to govern
- A place to have power in a case or express your power. This means geographically and topically.
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- - The branch responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws
- - A person who believes that the constitution does not need to be changed
- - The branch in control of making laws
- - The most powerful judicial court
- - Someone who supports their country and wishes to defend it
- - Branches are not combined because one could have too much power
- - Some sort of structure created to remember a person or an event
- - a draft of a proposed law
- - a violations to one's civil rights motivated my prejudice
- - The ability to do as one wants without hurting others
- - The people who try to prove a criminal's guilt.
- - An article added to the constitution
25 Clues: - the power to govern • - a draft of a proposed law • - absolute power to one person • - The most powerful judicial court • - The branch in control of making laws • - An article added to the constitution • - related to citizens and their society • - A higher power that guides a community • - The people who try to prove a criminal's guilt. • ...
american30 2024-06-08
Across
- Law promoting gender equality in education.
- Nonviolent protest strategy.
- Opposite of segregation.
- Famous MLK speech.
- Violent Selma march.
- LBJ's domestic program.
- Protest in Montgomery.
- Case legalizing interracial marriage.
- Militant civil rights group.
- Civil rights organization.
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- 1963 Act addressing wage disparity.
- Ending separation by race.
- Individual rights protected by law.
- 1968 Act prohibiting discrimination.
- 1964 voter registration drive.
- Policy favoring disadvantaged groups.
- Civil rights martyr.
- Murdered teen sparking movement.
- Philosophy of MLK.
- First Black Supreme Court Justice.
20 Clues: Philosophy of MLK. • Famous MLK speech. • Civil rights martyr. • Violent Selma march. • Protest in Montgomery. • LBJ's domestic program. • Opposite of segregation. • Ending separation by race. • Civil rights organization. • Nonviolent protest strategy. • Militant civil rights group. • 1964 voter registration drive. • Murdered teen sparking movement. • First Black Supreme Court Justice. • ...
English Civil War and Glorious Revolution 2024-02-23
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- The English Bill of _______ limited the power of the king.
- The legislature (group that makes laws) of England is called P__________t.
- After Charles was killed, parliament declared England a r__________c.
- King ______ II became King of England in 1660 ending England's time without a king.
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- This protestant group mainly supported Parliament and opposed the king.
- Oliver ________ was the head of parliament's army and later military dictator of England.
- King _______ I was deposed and beheaded in the English civil war.
- The A_________n bishops and nobility largely supported the king in the civil war.
- King ________ II was deposed in the Glorious Revolution.
- The army of parliament were called the _______heads.
10 Clues: The army of parliament were called the _______heads. • King ________ II was deposed in the Glorious Revolution. • The English Bill of _______ limited the power of the king. • King _______ I was deposed and beheaded in the English civil war. • After Charles was killed, parliament declared England a r__________c. • ...
Republic Day Crossword 9th jan 2021-01-22
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- BOdy of governament which can restrict fundamental rights as they are not absolute
- Indian constitution's "The language of Preamble" is taken from this country's constitution
- The Annual Republic Day Parade starts from this location
- Grand Old Man of India
- language is NOT there in the 8th Schedule of Constitution of India
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- This is a newspaper started by Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- The Person Succeeded Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as the 2nd Home Minister of India
- India borrowed the concept of 5 year plan from this constitution
- this Act was known as the 'Black-Bill'
- The First Governor-General of new Dominions of India
- India shows its Military Might on this day
11 Clues: Grand Old Man of India • this Act was known as the 'Black-Bill' • India shows its Military Might on this day • This is a newspaper started by Bal Gangadhar Tilak • The First Governor-General of new Dominions of India • The Annual Republic Day Parade starts from this location • India borrowed the concept of 5 year plan from this constitution • ...
Feminisms: Corporate, Inclusive, and More! 2025-04-08
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- Universal protections for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, or nationality.
- Environmental activist advocating for Indigenous rights and pollution prevention.
- The battle to ensure access to clean and safe water for all.
- A community facing unique struggles due to the intersection of race and sexuality.
- A movement addressing discrimination based on gender identity and expression.
- Human rights activist who founded an organization to help women facing abuse.
- Black queer feminist organizer focused on health and safety for marginalized communities.
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- Founder of the Disability Visibility Project, advocating for disability rights.
- Supporting equal marriage and anti-discrimination laws for LGBTQ people.
- Movement focused on the rights and equality of people with physical and mental challenges.
- Advocacy for the right to a healthy environment and sustainable practices.
- Water rights activist working against harmful oil pipelines.
- The fight for equal access to education for marginalized communities.
- Activism focused on the rights of native peoples and their cultural preservation.
- Writer and director known for the show Pose, promoting trans rights.
- Campaigner for LGBTQ+ rights and animal welfare in politics.
- NYC firefighter advocating for women in fire departments.
- Youngest Nobel Laureate recognized for her activism in female education.
18 Clues: NYC firefighter advocating for women in fire departments. • Water rights activist working against harmful oil pipelines. • Campaigner for LGBTQ+ rights and animal welfare in politics. • The battle to ensure access to clean and safe water for all. • Writer and director known for the show Pose, promoting trans rights. • ...
The Three Branches of the Government and Bill of Rights 2020-12-09
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- protects the right to bear arms
- Guarantees freedom of religion, speech, assembly and press
- Congress is in charge of this branch
- due process
- All the powers not granted to the national Government
- provides rights that are not restricted to the firs 8 amendments
- protects against excessive bailor unusual punishment
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- Supreme Court heads this branch
- The president heads this branch
- protects against unreasonable searches
- restricts quartering of troops
- assures the right to a jury trial
- the right to a fair and speedy trial
13 Clues: due process • restricts quartering of troops • Supreme Court heads this branch • protects the right to bear arms • The president heads this branch • assures the right to a jury trial • the right to a fair and speedy trial • Congress is in charge of this branch • protects against unreasonable searches • protects against excessive bailor unusual punishment • ...
dd 2024-07-04
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- Organized protest walk.
- Quality demonstrated by Dr. King.
- Destination of the marches.
- Main right the protestors were fighting for.
- State police involved in the conflict.
- Last name of the central civil rights leader.
- Type of protest promoted by Dr. King.
- Goal of the civil rights movement.
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- Opposite of oppression.
- Governor opposing the marches.
- Day of the infamous violent march.
- The ultimate goal of the civil rights movement.
- Desired state of societal balance.
- Unfair treatment opposed by the movement.
- U.S. President during the events.
- Fundamental freedoms sought in the movement.
- What Dr. King left behind.
- Act of expressing opposition.
- Significant site of confrontation in Selma.
- The city where the marches began.
20 Clues: Opposite of oppression. • Organized protest walk. • What Dr. King left behind. • Destination of the marches. • Act of expressing opposition. • Governor opposing the marches. • Quality demonstrated by Dr. King. • U.S. President during the events. • The city where the marches began. • Day of the infamous violent march. • Desired state of societal balance. • ...
Guided Reading Chapter 12 2022-12-09
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- A collection of committees that come together and approve of each others decisions.
- A high school junior that is a messenger and errand runner in the House or Senate.
- The tradition where a congressional committee member's time served determines the members position on the committee.
- A number of votes greater than a simple majority
- Chamber with a limit on debates.
- Endless speeches on the Senate floor used to delay passage of legislation.
- When legislators trade votes.
- An amendment attached to a bill that has little or no relation to the subject of the bill.
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- Responsible for making committee assignments
- Can move a bill ahead of schedule, set rules for a debate on a bill.
- A bill with so many riders attached to it that it seems to offer something for everyone.
- Who assigns bills to committees in the Senate?
- Who assigns bills to committees in the House?
13 Clues: When legislators trade votes. • Chamber with a limit on debates. • Responsible for making committee assignments • Who assigns bills to committees in the House? • Who assigns bills to committees in the Senate? • A number of votes greater than a simple majority • Can move a bill ahead of schedule, set rules for a debate on a bill. • ...
Law 2023-01-22
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- A proposed law.
- A formal document.
- The fundamental rules and principles that govern a country.
- A group of citizens who try an accused charged with a criminal offence.
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- A person who practices law.
- Something we have simply because we exist as human.
- A place where legal matters are decided by a judge and jury.
7 Clues: A proposed law. • A formal document. • A person who practices law. • Something we have simply because we exist as human. • The fundamental rules and principles that govern a country. • A place where legal matters are decided by a judge and jury. • A group of citizens who try an accused charged with a criminal offence.
The Constitution 2025-12-18
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- A system where people would vote on electors to then vote for the president.
- A change added to the Constitution.
- The supreme rule of law in the US.
- The compromise where enslaved people counted as three fifths of a person.
- The person who wrote the Bill of Rights.
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- The compromise that created two houses of Congress being the House Of Representatives and the Senate.
- The total amount of amendments in the Constitution.
- The first 10 amendments of the Constitution.
8 Clues: The supreme rule of law in the US. • A change added to the Constitution. • The person who wrote the Bill of Rights. • The first 10 amendments of the Constitution. • The total amount of amendments in the Constitution. • The compromise where enslaved people counted as three fifths of a person. • ...
Social Studies Quiz 2025-05-04
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- father of the American Civil Rights movement
- girl who integrated into a white public school
- people of different races co-existing peacefully
- branch of government that interprets laws
- first black MLB player
- a change or addition to a law
- the quality of being a responsible member of a community
- the first ten amendments to the constitution
- individual freedoms protected in the constitution
- judging someone or something without really knowing
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- minister who used TV to teach and entertain children
- philanthropist who helped poor people get education, work, and community
- when the government or people deny a person's rights for unfair reasons
- keeping people separate because of their race
- elected official in charge of the executive branch of government
- deafblind woman who advocated for disabled people
- mother of the American Civil Rights movement
- document that established the rights of American citizens
- branch of government that makes laws, aka congress
19 Clues: first black MLB player • a change or addition to a law • branch of government that interprets laws • father of the American Civil Rights movement • mother of the American Civil Rights movement • the first ten amendments to the constitution • keeping people separate because of their race • girl who integrated into a white public school • ...
25 Events in History Term 1 2021-10-07
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- we won the battle of "blank" in 1781
- Constitutional "blank" in 1787
- the "blank" court decides Dredd Scott vs Sandford in 1857
- supreme court declares supremacy on marbury vs "blank" in 1803
- Arrived in 1492
- George Washington starts this war in 1754
- first "blank" sold in america in 1619
- "blank" crisis of 1828
- "blank" Suffragists meet in Seneca Falls in 1848
- Bill of "blank" drafted in 1789
- congress adopts the declaration of "blank" in 1776
- Founded in Virginia in 1607
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- boat that arrives in 1620
- the British "blank" Washington in 1814
- Andrew "blank" goes to battle over the second bank in 1832
- the war started in 1675
- "blank" canal starts in 1817
- Jefferson purchased "blank" from Napoleon in 1803
- A valuable metal found in California in 1844
- Indian "blank" act of 1830
- he helped the pilgrims in 1621
- this massacre and trail took place in "blank" in 1770
- the guy who fired the "shot heard around the world"
- Samuel Morse invents the "blank" in 1844
- Salem "blank" trails in 1692
25 Clues: Arrived in 1492 • "blank" crisis of 1828 • the war started in 1675 • boat that arrives in 1620 • Indian "blank" act of 1830 • Founded in Virginia in 1607 • "blank" canal starts in 1817 • Salem "blank" trails in 1692 • Constitutional "blank" in 1787 • he helped the pilgrims in 1621 • Bill of "blank" drafted in 1789 • we won the battle of "blank" in 1781 • ...
The U.S. Constitution 2023-11-15
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- wants to go first
- grand or Graham (but no "C")
- how many dates are you supposed to have memorized by now...
- Embrie, Kendra, & Zoe
- broadway play or Federalist
- "Father of the U.S. Constitution"
- the 3/5 Compromise centered around ___
- always told to turn around
- last eighth grader by first name alphabetically
- U.S.' first constitution
- Hamilton, Madison, & ___
- essays to persuade for ratification
- Anti-federalists say they needed one to protect liberties
- total Amendments in the Bill of Rights
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- both sides get something they want...but not everything
- the Articles of Confederation created a ___ government
- under the Articles, the ___ held most of the power
- first president of the United States
- "best" compromise ever between large & small states
- famous Anti-federalists who wanted "liberty or death"
- year in which the Constitution was written
- rebellion that convinced Americas that the Articles was a no go
- two seats per state
- senators per state
- Corter, or Conner, or Caden
- where the Constitutional Convention was held (for short)
26 Clues: wants to go first • senators per state • two seats per state • Embrie, Kendra, & Zoe • U.S.' first constitution • Hamilton, Madison, & ___ • always told to turn around • broadway play or Federalist • Corter, or Conner, or Caden • grand or Graham (but no "C") • "Father of the U.S. Constitution" • essays to persuade for ratification • first president of the United States • ...
a more perfect union crossword 2024-02-26
Across
- an agreement between 2 states or countries
- tries to make a candidate seem like a normal everyday prson
- Made up of the presidential electors, an indirect way to elect the President and Vice President
- united states plan of government
- creates bills and makes laws
- there are 100 members of this
- sharing power between federal and state governments
- an example of this in the constitution is the bill of rights
- Ex: Taylor swift makes a video talking about how much she loves trump so he can win over the voters
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- Headed by the president to carry out the laws and policies
- simile to law
- makes sure that not one branch has too much power
- power is divided between the 2 houses
- an attempt to win voters by using personal attacks to distract from real issues
- this amendment makes it so that the country doesn't have an assigned religion
- to apply too
- makes people think everyone loves a person to win votes
- can impeach the president
- veto and approves bills
- this is why we can have guns
20 Clues: to apply too • simile to law • veto and approves bills • can impeach the president • creates bills and makes laws • this is why we can have guns • there are 100 members of this • united states plan of government • power is divided between the 2 houses • an agreement between 2 states or countries • makes sure that not one branch has too much power • ...
AP Government Unit 1 2024-10-01
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- Direct election of Senators
- Compromise Bicameral legislature combining both plans
- Repeals Prohibition
- Government where citizens elect representatives
- Papers Essays supporting the ratification of the Constitution
- Right to a speedy and public trial
- Limits lawsuits against states
- Changes inauguration dates
- Separate votes for President and Vice President
- Presidential succession
- Protection from unreasonable searches and seizures
- Abolishes poll taxes
- Clause Congress can pass necessary and proper laws
- Jersey Plan Favored small states, equal representation in Congress
- Right to bear arms
- Women’s right to vote
- College Body that formally elects the President
- Limits presidential terms to two
- Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition
- A change or addition to the Constitution
- Right to vote regardless of race
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- Opponents of the Constitution’s ratification
- Powers reserved to the states
- of Powers Division of government into three branches
- of Confederation First U.S. Constitution, weak federal government
- Power divided between federal and state governments
- Congress can levy an income tax
- Prohibition of alcohol
- Protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy
- Abolished slavery
- Congressional pay raises limited
- No quartering of soldiers
- Review Courts can declare laws unconstitutional
- Plan Favored large states, representation based on population
- Right to trial by jury in civil cases
- and Balances Each branch of government can check the other
- Washington D.C. residents can vote for President
- Voting age lowered to 18
- of Rights First 10 amendments guaranteeing individual freedoms
- No cruel or unusual punishment
- Equal protection under the law
- Rights not listed are retained by the people
42 Clues: Abolished slavery • Right to bear arms • Repeals Prohibition • Abolishes poll taxes • Women’s right to vote • Prohibition of alcohol • Presidential succession • Voting age lowered to 18 • No quartering of soldiers • Changes inauguration dates • Direct election of Senators • Powers reserved to the states • Limits lawsuits against states • No cruel or unusual punishment • ...
Joseph Thomas: Becoming a U.S. Citizen a Fun Way 2023-01-10
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- When a candidate states that he or she is planning to run for office
- Someone that represents the party views of a state at a national convention
- A legislature that is composed of two houses
- The chief executive at the state level
- People and/or things that can prove one side's version of what happened
- Presidential "no" to a bill
- Actions toward other countries(2 words)
- Rule by god
- When the government brings in more than it spends
- The feature of a state that can have different traditions, languages, level of education, etc.
- Rights people are born with(2 words)
- A type of autocracy (rule by one person) in which the ruler has absolute power of the lives of the citizens
- Agreements with other nations
- When the government spends more than it brings in
- Originally, the only people allowed to vote were...(4 words)
- All of a candidate's efforts to win an election
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- Powers that are fair(2 words)
- A tax to provide retirement benefits to senior citizens(3 words)
- Rule by the people
- The feature of a state that can change through war, negotiation, or purchases
- Given by the people selected to run for President and Vice President at the end of a national convention(2 words)
- The vote of the public (2 words)
- Before you vote you must_
- Rights that cannot be taken away(2 words)
- The person that is chosen to run as a party's candidate in the national election
- Party meetings where candidates are selected and the platform is created
26 Clues: Rule by god • Rule by the people • Before you vote you must_ • Presidential "no" to a bill • Powers that are fair(2 words) • Agreements with other nations • The vote of the public (2 words) • Rights people are born with(2 words) • The chief executive at the state level • Actions toward other countries(2 words) • Rights that cannot be taken away(2 words) • ...
American Revolution 2022-06-06
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- A state of armed conflict between different nations or states or different groups within a nation or state
- The governing body of a nation, state, or community
- the armed forces of a country
- activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power
- Day A day celebrating the anniversary of national independence
- Forge A valley in eastern Pennsylvania that served as quarters for the American army in one winter (1777–1778) of the Revolutionary War
- of Peace An agreement to stop fighting a war
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- composition of something
- A person who owns or manages a farm
- An instance of revolving
- A nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government
- of Rights A formal declaration of the legal and civil rights of the citizens of any state, country, federation, etc
- A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives
- An extensive group of states or countries under a single supreme authority, formerly especially an emperor or empress.
- A member of any of the indigenous peoples of North, Central, and South America, especially those indigenous to what is now the continental US
- Revolution The war of 1775–83 in which 13 British colonies in North America broke free from British rule and became the United States of America
16 Clues: composition of something • An instance of revolving • the armed forces of a country • A person who owns or manages a farm • of Peace An agreement to stop fighting a war • The governing body of a nation, state, or community • Day A day celebrating the anniversary of national independence • ...
English Civil War and Glorious Revolution 2024-02-23
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- The English Bill of _______ limited the power of the king.
- The legislature (group that makes laws) of England is called P__________t.
- After Charles was killed, parliament declared England a r__________c.
- King ______ II became King of England in 1660 ending England's time without a king.
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- This protestant group mainly supported Parliament and opposed the king.
- Oliver ________ was the head of parliament's army and later military dictator of England.
- King _______ I was deposed and beheaded in the English civil war.
- The A_________n bishops and nobility largely supported the king in the civil war.
- King ________ II was deposed in the Glorious Revolution.
- The army of parliament were called the _______heads.
10 Clues: The army of parliament were called the _______heads. • King ________ II was deposed in the Glorious Revolution. • The English Bill of _______ limited the power of the king. • King _______ I was deposed and beheaded in the English civil war. • After Charles was killed, parliament declared England a r__________c. • ...
Government crossword puzzle 2022-05-18
Across
- this branch makes the laws
- this branch carries out and enforces
- case has a higher burden of proof.
- a body of elected officials who represent districts in their state
- when some feels the lower courts were wrong within their decision they can got o higher Court so they can review the case.
- a system that allows each branch to veto or amend another branch to prevent one branch from excepting to much power
- established fundamental laws and guaranteed certain basic rights for their citizens
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- highest court in the united states
- review the laws
- elected;4 years; superior court judges
- an addition to the constitution
- case that involves disputes between individuals or organizations
- small group who comes together to discuss and make laws of a county, state etc.
- to end a meeting
- legislative proposal before congress
- to reject a law
16 Clues: review the laws • to reject a law • to end a meeting • this branch makes the laws • an addition to the constitution • highest court in the united states • case has a higher burden of proof. • this branch carries out and enforces • legislative proposal before congress • elected;4 years; superior court judges • case that involves disputes between individuals or organizations • ...
Constitution Day 2022-09-06
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- the governmental philosophy in which the people ideally have a high degree of control over political leaders.
- one of the three branches of our government with the purpose of enforcing laws.
- one of the three branches of our government with the purpose of making laws.
- of Rights: the first ten amendments to the Constitution that were adopted in 1791. These are the basic rights that all Americans have and its purpose is protect the people from the government.
- one of the two houses of Congress historically known as the “upper” house that contains two representatives from each state regardless of population. Presently there are 100 members in this body.
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- one of the three branches of our government with the purpose of judging the laws.
- College: the name for the “indirect” process by which the people elect the president. The “electors” are determined by the number of representatives each state (including Washington, D.C.) has in the House of Representatives and Senate. In a presidential election year the “electors” meet in their respective state capitals on the first Monday after the second Wednesday to “vote” for the President.
- a group of governmental officials who head various departments in the Executive Branch and advise the president.
- to reject or refuse to sign a bill from Congress. This is the “check” that the president has on the powers of the legislative branch of government
9 Clues: one of the three branches of our government with the purpose of making laws. • one of the three branches of our government with the purpose of enforcing laws. • one of the three branches of our government with the purpose of judging the laws. • the governmental philosophy in which the people ideally have a high degree of control over political leaders. • ...
Actions in Congress Crossword 2016-03-24
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- assistants to the floor leaders in the House and Senate
- a proposed law presented to the House or Senate for consideration.
- unpopular provision added to an important bill certain to pass so that will "ride" through the legislative process.
- bill is printed in its final form
- type of veto a chief executive may use after a legislation has adjourned
- a temporary, joint body-is created to iron out the differences in the bill
- deal with matters concerning either house alone and are taken up only by that house.
- divisions of existing committees formed to address specific issues
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- a procedure enabling member to force a bill that has been pigeonholed in committee onto the floor for consideration
- an attempt to "talk a bill to death."
- one composed of members of both houses.
- least number of members who must be present for a legislative body to conduct business
12 Clues: bill is printed in its final form • an attempt to "talk a bill to death." • one composed of members of both houses. • assistants to the floor leaders in the House and Senate • a proposed law presented to the House or Senate for consideration. • divisions of existing committees formed to address specific issues • ...
Outliers: The Story Of Success 2020-11-11
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- effect where kids born in early months have an advantage
- group by Lewis Terman of kids with high IQs
- what is bill joy's passion?
- which band does Gladwell examine in the novel
- what unhealthy thing did Rosetans eat obsessively?
- what did Langan's mom forget to sign?
- what gender are all of the outliers in the book
- what was the korean airline's problem
- the company Bill Joy founded
- number of hours of practice before success
- what was stewart wolf's occupation?
- what did Oppenheimer become a head of?
- what does joe flom do?
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- this kept the residents healthy in the town
- industry that created integral cultural roots
- which college does langan go to first?
- which case is Gladwell skeptical of?
- what was roger barnsley's occupation
- experimental public school in NYC
- langan transfers here after his first college
- the town that Wolf went to research
- bill gates founded Microsoft with who?
- the levels of this was lower in the town
- which sport did Gladwell discuss in the beginning chapters
- something that is classified differently from others or the rest
- last name of the genius with IQ of 195
- the place in America that Rosetans went during the economic collapse
- who won the hockey championship?
- example of place with bad cultural roots
- which coding language did Bill Joy rewrite?
30 Clues: what does joe flom do? • what is bill joy's passion? • the company Bill Joy founded • who won the hockey championship? • experimental public school in NYC • the town that Wolf went to research • what was stewart wolf's occupation? • which case is Gladwell skeptical of? • what was roger barnsley's occupation • what did Langan's mom forget to sign? • ...
Designing Our Political and Legal System 2022-11-18
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- A system of government where people elect others to represent them and make decisions.
- A vote to understand public opinion on a topic.
- The group of people with authority to govern a country or state.
- A person who has citizenship in a country.
- Actions and behaviours Australian citizens must undertake, such as voting in elections.
- When a law is changed.
- Name given to a proposed law.
- A group of people who decides the verdict of certain court cases.
- The Governor-General represents the _____ in Australia.
- The physical location and structures which enable government to occur.
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- The celebration of many different cultures within Australian society.
- A public vote to change part of the Constitution.
- The foundation legal document which sets out how government will occur.
- The study of a citizen's rights and responsibilities.
- Aspects of life held in high regard, such as respect, tolerance or honesty.
- The person called upon to present their account in a court.
- Relates to the law
- Non-religious.
- Part of the government which is responsible for interpreting the law and delivering justice.
19 Clues: Non-religious. • Relates to the law • When a law is changed. • Name given to a proposed law. • A person who has citizenship in a country. • A vote to understand public opinion on a topic. • A public vote to change part of the Constitution. • The study of a citizen's rights and responsibilities. • The Governor-General represents the _____ in Australia. • ...
Petrous 3rd Gov Final Project 1-7-22 2022-01-07
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- the process of gaining support for candidates in an election
- the heads of each department
- troops to protect the U.S.
- to protest buying products
- an agreement between countries
- relationship between different countries
- all the budget deficits in the country
- helps the president make decisions
- money the gov brings in from taxes
- law that involves jail time
- decisions about laws that then apply to the entire U.S.
- power divided in three main ways
- can change due to language, wealth, and traditions
- part of gov that can declare war
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- what the executive branch does to a law when it is not followed
- law that has rules that just apply in this specific context
- president shutting down a bill
- leader of the federal court system
- wars happen to protect possession of this
- house in congress age minimum is 30
- a fight against the court if you don't like the decision
- paperwork voters use to cast their vote
- things every American has
- political party that wants less gov involvement
- represents political party
25 Clues: things every American has • troops to protect the U.S. • to protest buying products • represents political party • law that involves jail time • the heads of each department • president shutting down a bill • an agreement between countries • power divided in three main ways • part of gov that can declare war • leader of the federal court system • helps the president make decisions • ...
American History Term 1 Crossword 2019-09-23
Across
- Tisquantum, Squanto saves who
- victory at battle of what
- who purchased louisiana from Napoleon
- of rights what was drifted in 1789
- continental congress adopts the declaration of what
- washington who ignites the french and indian war
- slaves What was sold in America
- What was founded in 1607
- where was the shot heard around the world
- who burned Washington
- What removal act was made in 1830
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- What arrives in 1620
- what suffragists met in Seneca Falls
- first state to ratify a constitutional what
- John C. Calhoun begins the what crisis
- samuel morse introduces what
- massacre what trial happened in 1770
- supreme court decides its supremacy with Marbury and who
- what canal started in 1817
- what is discovered in california in 1848
- Who arrived in the "New World"
- witchcraft what trials happened in 1692
- supreme court decides Dredd scott and who
- phillip after a settlers kill a native american what war begins
- jackson who goes to the battle of the second bank of the US
25 Clues: What arrives in 1620 • who burned Washington • What was founded in 1607 • victory at battle of what • what canal started in 1817 • samuel morse introduces what • Tisquantum, Squanto saves who • Who arrived in the "New World" • slaves What was sold in America • What removal act was made in 1830 • of rights what was drifted in 1789 • what suffragists met in Seneca Falls • ...
a more perfect union crossword 2024-02-26
Across
- an agreement between 2 states or countries
- tries to make a candidate seem like a normal everyday prson
- Made up of the presidential electors, an indirect way to elect the President and Vice President
- united states plan of government
- creates bills and makes laws
- there are 100 members of this
- sharing power between federal and state governments
- an example of this in the constitution is the bill of rights
- Ex: Taylor swift makes a video talking about how much she loves trump so he can win over the voters
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- Headed by the president to carry out the laws and policies
- simile to law
- makes sure that not one branch has too much power
- power is divided between the 2 houses
- an attempt to win voters by using personal attacks to distract from real issues
- this amendment makes it so that the country doesn't have an assigned religion
- to apply too
- makes people think everyone loves a person to win votes
- can impeach the president
- veto and approves bills
- this is why we can have guns
20 Clues: to apply too • simile to law • veto and approves bills • can impeach the president • creates bills and makes laws • this is why we can have guns • there are 100 members of this • united states plan of government • power is divided between the 2 houses • an agreement between 2 states or countries • makes sure that not one branch has too much power • ...
Legislation 2014-04-21
Across
- A proposed law
- Cheif executives power to reject a bill.
- Legislative committee created for a specific purpose.
- of the House Presiding officer of the house of representatives.
- bring formal charges against a public official
- of Senate Presiding officer of the senate.
- Measure relating to the business of the house or senate.
- Gives congress the power to make laws "Necessary and Proper"
- Redistributing seats in a legislative body
- Division of an existing committee.
- Committee Permanent committee in legislative bod.
- Procedure that may be used to limit floor debate.
- two year period in which congress meets.
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- delegated to the national government.
- Period of time congress assembles.
- Leader Members of the picked to carry out certain party decisions.
- Lawmaker who votes based on their consience and judgment.
- suggested by powers in place.
- spelled out expressively by the constitution.
- Various acts aimed at defeating a bill.
- Exclusive power of congress to regulate trade.
- The drawing of electoral district lines.
- Assistant to the floor leaders in the house and senate.
- People represented by an elected official.
- Unpopular addition to an important bill to pass.
- To distribute seats in a legislative body.
- Person sent to represent others.
- Rule The older you are, the better the position.
- Chairman member who heads a standing body in the legislative body.
29 Clues: A proposed law • suggested by powers in place. • Person sent to represent others. • Period of time congress assembles. • Division of an existing committee. • delegated to the national government. • Various acts aimed at defeating a bill. • Cheif executives power to reject a bill. • The drawing of electoral district lines. • two year period in which congress meets. • ...
a more perfect union crossword 2024-02-26
Across
- an agreement between 2 states or countries
- tries to make a candidate seem like a normal everyday prson
- Made up of the presidential electors, an indirect way to elect the President and Vice President
- united states plan of government
- creates bills and makes laws
- there are 100 members of this
- sharing power between federal and state governments
- an example of this in the constitution is the bill of rights
- Ex: Taylor swift makes a video talking about how much she loves trump so he can win over the voters
Down
- Headed by the president to carry out the laws and policies
- simile to law
- makes sure that not one branch has too much power
- power is divided between the 2 houses
- an attempt to win voters by using personal attacks to distract from real issues
- this amendment makes it so that the country doesn't have an assigned religion
- to apply too
- makes people think everyone loves a person to win votes
- can impeach the president
- veto and approves bills
- this is why we can have guns
20 Clues: to apply too • simile to law • veto and approves bills • can impeach the president • creates bills and makes laws • this is why we can have guns • there are 100 members of this • united states plan of government • power is divided between the 2 houses • an agreement between 2 states or countries • makes sure that not one branch has too much power • ...
3 Branches of Government 2025-08-05
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- - a proposed law that is presented for debate and approval in the legislative branch.
- - the branch of government responsible for enforcing laws and overseeing the administration of government.
- Court - the highest court in the judicial branch, which has the ultimate authority in interpreting the Constitution.
- - a group that is smaller in number compared to the majority, often referred to in political contexts regarding representation and rights.
- - the branch of government that interprets laws and administers justice through the court system.
- of Powers - the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.
- and Balances - a system that ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful by providing each branch with the ability to limit the powers of the others.
- - the power of the executive branch to reject a bill passed by the legislative branch.
- - more than half of a group, often used in the context of votes or decisions in the legislative process.
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- - the branch of government that makes laws.
- - a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, like states.
- - a document that outlines the fundamental principles and structures of a government.
- Engagement - participation in the political process and community activities, often involving the responsibilities of citizenship.
- - the official power to make legal decisions and judgments, typically defined by geographic area or specific subject matter.
- - a formal change or addition to a law or constitution.
15 Clues: - the branch of government that makes laws. • - a formal change or addition to a law or constitution. • - a proposed law that is presented for debate and approval in the legislative branch. • - a document that outlines the fundamental principles and structures of a government. • ...
a more perfect union crossword 2024-02-26
Across
- an agreement between 2 states or countries
- tries to make a candidate seem like a normal everyday prson
- Made up of the presidential electors, an indirect way to elect the President and Vice President
- united states plan of government
- creates bills and makes laws
- there are 100 members of this
- sharing power between federal and state governments
- an example of this in the constitution is the bill of rights
- Ex: Taylor swift makes a video talking about how much she loves trump so he can win over the voters
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- Headed by the president to carry out the laws and policies
- simile to law
- makes sure that not one branch has too much power
- power is divided between the 2 houses
- an attempt to win voters by using personal attacks to distract from real issues
- this amendment makes it so that the country doesn't have an assigned religion
- to apply too
- makes people think everyone loves a person to win votes
- can impeach the president
- veto and approves bills
- this is why we can have guns
20 Clues: to apply too • simile to law • veto and approves bills • can impeach the president • creates bills and makes laws • this is why we can have guns • there are 100 members of this • united states plan of government • power is divided between the 2 houses • an agreement between 2 states or countries • makes sure that not one branch has too much power • ...
chapter 6 vocabulary 2021-11-17
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- members of Congress acting as troubleshooters for people in their district
- accuse officials of misconduct in office
- not stated explicitly in the Constitution
- resolutions passed by both houses of Congress
- allows Congress to stretch is power to meet new needs
- people hired by private groups to influence government
- permanent committees
- government projects and grants that primarily benefit the home district or state
- two part body
- powers delegated to the congress clearly listed
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- political party to which more than half the members belong
- senators and representatives can send job-related mail without paying postage
- years of service
- population count taken every ten years
- talk a bill to death
- ending a filibuster with three-fifths members
- president refuses to sign a bill
- oddly shaped district designed to increase voting strength
- people represented by congress
- Congress adjourns and a bill dies
20 Clues: two part body • years of service • talk a bill to death • permanent committees • people represented by congress • president refuses to sign a bill • Congress adjourns and a bill dies • population count taken every ten years • accuse officials of misconduct in office • not stated explicitly in the Constitution • resolutions passed by both houses of Congress • ...
Judicial Branch/Canadian Law 2021-09-27
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- all people are treated equally by the same standards and political influences or popularity have no part in a Court. As as no person is above the law. These statements are ___________
- a law that contains a majority of the criminal offences and law in canada
- the ____Branch is separate from the other 2 branches. The duties include being charge of interpreting the meaning of laws, how to apply them to real situations, and whether a law breaks the rules of the Constitution
- trial level court that hears cases of criminal, civil, and family matters
- All the basic principles, roles, responsibilities and laws of Canada and its peoples are found in the _______
- _______is the highest court in the province that. It is enforced to hear an appeal of a trial court or any other lower tribunals.
- ____is conditional release of prisoners before they complete their sentence. It a bridge to safely send a convicted felon back into the community
- a certain time of supervision over an offender that is given by the court instead of serving time in prison
- rules made by a community or company used t control and regulate the actions of the people in it
- the treaty That sets out economic, social, political, health, and civil rights of children is called the _______
- highest level trial court in BC
- disputes between individuals or businesses for money is under ____ Law
- Quebec is the only province with a ______, which is based on the French Code Napoleon while the rest of the country uses Common Law system
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- Canadas highest level court is the _________
- the bill in the constitution that contains our rights is called the ______________
- the Act which replaced the Young Offenders Act in 2003
- Code people receive equal rights and opportunities without discrimination in specific things such as jobs, housing and services because of the law called the ____________
- rules made by government that set regulations or enforce certain things for the nation
- punishment which helps the offender learn and slowly become a capable individual that can be put back into society is called ________
19 Clues: highest level trial court in BC • Canadas highest level court is the _________ • the Act which replaced the Young Offenders Act in 2003 • disputes between individuals or businesses for money is under ____ Law • a law that contains a majority of the criminal offences and law in canada • trial level court that hears cases of criminal, civil, and family matters • ...
L6.1 2025-03-03
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- The first ten amendments added to the Constitution are known as the __________ of Rights
- The U.S. ____________ claims , which are powers that are suggested but not directly stated in the Constitution implied powers
- The Constitution, written in Philadelphia in 1787, included ___________ powers
- The words “We the People” are the first words of the ____________ of the constitution
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- If a state law _______ the Constitution or federal law, the Constitution or federal law prevails.
- Ratified by the states in 1868, the Fourteenth granted full citizenship rights to formerly enslaved African Americans
- For an amendment to be _________, it must be approved by what three-fourths of the states
- The system established to maintain a _________ of power between the three branches of government is called checks and balances
- The Americans formed a republic, a government in which people rule through __________ representatives
9 Clues: The Constitution, written in Philadelphia in 1787, included ___________ powers • The words “We the People” are the first words of the ____________ of the constitution • The first ten amendments added to the Constitution are known as the __________ of Rights • For an amendment to be _________, it must be approved by what three-fourths of the states • ...
Jeremy Sheppard Chapter 3 Crossword 2017-09-24
Across
- of rights / the name of the first ten amendments
- amendment / amendment that states you have the right to a speedy trial
- sovereignty / the people are the only source for any and all governmental power
- / division of power among a central government and several regional governments
- amendment / amendment that sates the bail, fines, and jail time has to be fair
- / government must be conducted according to constitutional principles
- amendment / amendment that says yu have the right to remain silent
- amendment / amendment that states you have the right to bear arms
- / the president can react a law
- and balances / each branch is subject to a number of constitutional checks from the other branches
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- of law / government and its officers, in all they do, are always subject to - never above- the law.
- amendment / amendment that says that the enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
- amendment / amendment that says you have freedom of speech
- of powers / when the power of the government is operated with three branches
- review / power of a court to determine the constitutionality of governmental action
- amendment / amendment that states that a trial has to be over twenty dollars
- government / no government is all powerful
- amendment / amendment that says you don't have to let a solider stay in your house
- amendment / amendment that says that the powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
- amendment / amendment that says a police officer needs a warrant to search you or your house
20 Clues: / the president can react a law • government / no government is all powerful • of rights / the name of the first ten amendments • amendment / amendment that says you have freedom of speech • amendment / amendment that states you have the right to bear arms • amendment / amendment that says yu have the right to remain silent • ...
Vocab Review 2023-04-27
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- A constitutional doctrine, sometimes also called the incorporation doctrine, that makes the Bill of Rights binding on state governments, effectively holding them to the same standards as the federal government. Selective incorporation also allows the Supreme Court to incorporate certain parts of certain amendments, rather than incorporating entire amendments at once.
- Grants given to local or state governments from the U.S. federal government. Block grants typically have some strings attached, but the local or state government also has the freedom to allocate the grant funds for a wide range of services to the state or locality
- Powers held by the President that aren't explicitly mentioned in the Constitution, but which are sometimes necessary in order for the President to fulfill the duties of the office
- The act of setting boundaries for electoral districts so as to favor political interests within legislative bodies or hurt the political interests of an opposing group. Gerrymandering often creates districts that have convoluted boundaries, rather than consolidating districts into compact areas.
- The process by which individuals learn and acquire a political lens. Political socialization frames an individual's perceptions of the world around them, how power is distributed in the world, and how this relationship affects who they are and how they should behave as members of their society.
- A petition used in the House that begins the process of forcing a bill out of committee (or "discharging" it from committee) and onto the House floor for a vote. A successful discharge petition needs signatures of 218 members, or a majority of the House.
- Refers to the citizens' faith and trust in their government. Political efficacy also refers to the citizens' feeling that they can have an influence on the political system. In modern U.S. society, political efficacy has an effect on voter turnout.
- An organized group of people who share the same ideology and seek out political positions in order to implement an agenda, typically based on the party's shared ideology. The two main political parties in the U.S. are the republican party and the democratic party.
- A practice used by members of Congress in which two or more members of Congress agree to vote on each other's bills. Members of Congress typically use logrolling in order to pass bills that are personally important to them.
- A right held by the federal courts to make rulings on the constitutionality of laws and executive actions. Judicial review is one of the judicial branch's key checks and balances on the other two branches of government.
- Part of Article 1 of the Constitution that allows Congress to regulate the buying and selling of goods across state lines (also known as interstate commerce).
- A type of system of government in which the powers of the government are limited by or kept in check by laws or a written Constitution
- An agreement between a government and the people, in which the people consent to be governed so long as the government protects the natural rights of the people
- A power enacted by the U.S. president allowing that office to pass a rule or regulation as law.
- Refers to a person who adopts the political ideology of liberalism, which favors more government regulation of business and support for social welfare, but less regulation of private social conduct. The definition of "liberal" has changed over time, but contemporary liberals are said to fall on the "left-wing" of the spectrum of political beliefs.
- A legislative act (historically used by Parliament) that declares a person or group of people guilty of a crime and rendering punishment, often without a fair trial. A bill of attainder effectively nullifies the targeted person's civil rights. The use of such bills has been largely rejected due to the potential for abuse and violation of due process and separation of powers.
- Essays written by James Madison, John Jay, and Alexander Hamilton in 1788 urging the ratification of the U.S. Constitution following the drafting of the Constitution at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787
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- Powers given by the U.S. Constitution to both national and state governments. An example of a concurrent power is the power to levy taxes.
- The freedom of citizens to exercise customary rights without abridgement by legislation or judicial interpretation. Five basic civil liberties are protected by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. These basic civil liberties are freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, and freedom to petition the government.
- A body of representatives from each of the states in the U.S. who formally cast votes to elect the next president of the U.S.
- Ensure the individual citizen's rights and entitlement to participate in the civil and political life of society and state without discrimination or repression. Civil rights include protection from discrimination on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, color, race, ethnicity, age, political affiliation, religion, and disability.
- Powers held by the federal government that are mentioned by name in the U.S. Constitution
- A group that tries to influence the government for the benefit (or interest) of its own members
- Powers given exclusively to the states or the people by the 10th amendment of the Constitution. These powers are not shared with the federal government. The purpose of reserved powers is to protect the rights of the states and the people.
- Also known as "marble cake federalism." This is a political system wherein federal, state, and local governments share responsibility in governing the people, and they work together cooperatively to solve problems
- A set of shared views and accepted judgments held by a population regarding its political system as a whole. A political culture is comprised of the population's underlying feelings, values, beliefs, and knowledge in relation to the political process.
- An instance in which one political party controls the executive branch, and another political party controls one or both houses of Congress.
- A gathering of local party members to choose candidates for public office or delegates to the national party convention and to decide the party platform. Caucuses are often held in schools, churches, auditoriums, or other locations that can host large numbers of a party's base.
- A political philosophy and essential element of democracy that promotes and encourages a diversity of political stance and participation. Pluralism also assumes that those with different political affiliations and beliefs will both coexist and negotiate solutions for the benefit of society.
- Key parts of the Constitution that require each branch of the federal government to acquire the consent of the other two branches in order to act
- A situation when there is difficulty in passing laws that satisfy the needs of the people, often due to a divided government. A government is considered gridlocked when the ratio between bills passed and the agenda of the legislature decreases. This is sometimes also referred to as a "deadlock" or "stalemate."
- Additions to the Constitution that further protect the rights and liberties of the people from government interference. The first ten amendments added to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights. There are 27 constitutional amendments total.
- This amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects various aspects of citizenship and citizens' rights and has been invoked in several well-known cases. The most familiar phrase in the 14th amendment is "equal protection of the laws"; this phrase played a key role in cases like Brown v. Board of Education (racial discrimination), Roe v. Wade (reproductive rights), and Reed v. Reed (gender discrimination).
- The practice or policy of allocating resources or employment to individuals belonging to groups that have a history of being discriminated against.
- A specific type of monetary contribution that is made to an individual candidate who is running for political office. Corporations and labor unions are legally banned from making hard money donations to individual candidates, and there are specific limitations on how much hard money an individual candidate may accept.
- A tripartite relationship among Congress (particularly sub-committees of Congress), government agencies, and interest groups that helps create U.S. policy. Participants in an iron triangle are also involved in policymaking in order to protect their own self-interests.
- Authority held by Congress to review, monitor, and supervise federal agencies, programs, activities, and policy implementation. This authority is implied in the Constitution, public laws, and House and Senate rules.
- clause A section of the First Amendment that reserves the right of citizens to accept any religious belief and freely engage in religious rituals. This clause protects violation of certain laws, as long as these violations are made for religious reasons.
- A political system that organizes a government into two or more levels that hold independent powers
- Efforts by state representatives and senators to help individual constituents receive things that those constituents believe they deserve. Casework by members of Congress is a form of stepping around bureaucracy in order to get things done.
- A citizen's entitlement to fair treatment through the judicial system. Due process requires the state to respect the legal rights owed to an individual or group.
- pulpit A term first used by U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt, used to refer to his office as president as an ideal position from which to advocate his political agenda. In general, the term refers to a position that provides an opportunity to speak out and be heard by many. While the word "bully" might hold negative connotations, President Roosevelt applied the term as a synonym for "terrific" or "superb."
42 Clues: Powers held by the federal government that are mentioned by name in the U.S. Constitution • A group that tries to influence the government for the benefit (or interest) of its own members • A power enacted by the U.S. president allowing that office to pass a rule or regulation as law. • ...
The Ransom of Red Chief 2018-04-03
Across
- What is the point of view
- Where does the story takes place
- Who is scared of Johnny
- Johnny's last name
- Through whose eyes do we see the story.
- What color is Johnny's hair
- How Many minutes were the kidnappers given to run away
- Johnny's Dad's name
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- What does Johnny try to do to Bill when he was asleep
- Where do the kidnappers hide?
- Bill and Sam are _____
- Dose bill lower the price because no one what's to pay so much for a child like Johnny(true or false)
- What do the kidnappers want in exchange for Johnny
- How was called Red Chief
14 Clues: Johnny's last name • Johnny's Dad's name • Bill and Sam are _____ • Who is scared of Johnny • How was called Red Chief • What is the point of view • What color is Johnny's hair • Where do the kidnappers hide? • Where does the story takes place • Through whose eyes do we see the story. • What do the kidnappers want in exchange for Johnny • ...
Women's Movement Crossword 2022-05-02
Across
- She was a champion for temperance, an abolitionist, and women's rights activist. She was born into slavery but escaped into freedom with her daughter. After going to court to recover her son, she became the first black woman to win the type of case against a white man.
- The convention was held at Seneca Falls, New York. Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott planned and directed the convention. It was held on July 19–20, 1848. It launched the women's suffrage movement.
- She was a chief philosopher, author, lecturer, and a leader of the women's rights movement.
- American Quaker,feminist,suffragist, and women's rights activist. One of the main strategists and advocates for the Nineteenth Amendment. One of her quotes: "This world crisis came about without women having anything to do with it. If the women of the world had not been excluded from world affairs, things today might have been different."
- American social worker as well as many other things. She advocated for world peace and was a critical leader in social work and in women's rights in the U.S.
- The day this takes place on is March 8th. It is celebrated to celebrate women's achievements.
- A key abolitionist. She escaped from slavery and later went back to help others escape. She strongly supported women's rights.
- First college to admit women.
- Decades-long fight to win the fight to win the fight for women's rights in the U.S.
- This amendment gave women the right to vote.
- An American suffrage and a women's rights activist. A close friend of Alice Paul. Together, they formed the National Woman's Party.
- In 1900, married women were allowed to keep their own wages and own property in their own _ _ _ _.
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- She campaigned for freethought, abolition,Native American rights, and women's rights. She criticized Christianity for its part in the oppression of women.
- She was elected to succeed Susan B. Anthony in the National American Woman Suffrage Association as president. She campaigned for the 19th amendment and was a women's suffrage movement leader.
- She was an American Quaker,social reformer, abolitionist, and woman's rights activist. She helped found the Philadelphia Female Anti-Slavery Society and co-wrote the Declaration of Sentiments for the first Women's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York.
- The month is March. It is to reflect on the courage of women in the past generations to speak out and celebrate their efforts.
- A leader of the women's suffrage movement. She was also a physician. One of her quotes are: "Think of submitting our measure to the advice of politicians! I would as soon submit the subject of the equality of a goose to a fox."
- She helped develop plans for the first National Woman's Rights Convention. As well as a woman's rights activist, she was also an abolitionist. She followed the motto “Go where least wanted, for there you are most needed.”, spending more than 20 years traveling the country to advocate for equality for all.
- Despite facing racism within the suffrage movement, she strongly supported women's rights. One of her quotes are: “The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.”
- leading abolitionist and women's rights activist. She refused to take her husband's last name.She was the first Massachusetts woman to earn a college degree.
- Played a key role in the women's rights movement. She was a champion for women's rights,abolition,equal pay for equal work, and temperance.
21 Clues: First college to admit women. • This amendment gave women the right to vote. • Decades-long fight to win the fight to win the fight for women's rights in the U.S. • She was a chief philosopher, author, lecturer, and a leader of the women's rights movement. • The day this takes place on is March 8th. It is celebrated to celebrate women's achievements. • ...
Women's Movement Crossword 2022-05-02
Across
- She was a champion for temperance, an abolitionist, and women's rights activist. She was born into slavery but escaped into freedom with her daughter. After going to court to recover her son, she became the first black woman to win the type of case against a white man.
- The convention was held at Seneca Falls, New York. Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott planned and directed the convention. It was held on July 19–20, 1848. It launched the women's suffrage movement.
- She was a chief philosopher, author, lecturer, and a leader of the women's rights movement.
- American Quaker,feminist,suffragist, and women's rights activist. One of the main strategists and advocates for the Nineteenth Amendment. One of her quotes: "This world crisis came about without women having anything to do with it. If the women of the world had not been excluded from world affairs, things today might have been different."
- American social worker as well as many other things. She advocated for world peace and was a critical leader in social work and in women's rights in the U.S.
- The day this takes place on is March 8th. It is celebrated to celebrate women's achievements.
- A key abolitionist. She escaped from slavery and later went back to help others escape. She strongly supported women's rights.
- First college to admit women.
- Decades-long fight to win the fight to win the fight for women's rights in the U.S.
- This amendment gave women the right to vote.
- An American suffrage and a women's rights activist. A close friend of Alice Paul. Together, they formed the National Woman's Party.
- In 1900, married women were allowed to keep their own wages and own property in their own _ _ _ _.
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- She campaigned for freethought, abolition,Native American rights, and women's rights. She criticized Christianity for its part in the oppression of women.
- She was elected to succeed Susan B. Anthony in the National American Woman Suffrage Association as president. She campaigned for the 19th amendment and was a women's suffrage movement leader.
- She was an American Quaker,social reformer, abolitionist, and woman's rights activist. She helped found the Philadelphia Female Anti-Slavery Society and co-wrote the Declaration of Sentiments for the first Women's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York.
- The month is March. It is to reflect on the courage of women in the past generations to speak out and celebrate their efforts.
- A leader of the women's suffrage movement. She was also a physician. One of her quotes are: "Think of submitting our measure to the advice of politicians! I would as soon submit the subject of the equality of a goose to a fox."
- She helped develop plans for the first National Woman's Rights Convention. As well as a woman's rights activist, she was also an abolitionist. She followed the motto “Go where least wanted, for there you are most needed.”, spending more than 20 years traveling the country to advocate for equality for all.
- Despite facing racism within the suffrage movement, she strongly supported women's rights. One of her quotes are: “The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.”
- leading abolitionist and women's rights activist. She refused to take her husband's last name.She was the first Massachusetts woman to earn a college degree.
- Played a key role in the women's rights movement. She was a champion for women's rights,abolition,equal pay for equal work, and temperance.
21 Clues: First college to admit women. • This amendment gave women the right to vote. • Decades-long fight to win the fight to win the fight for women's rights in the U.S. • She was a chief philosopher, author, lecturer, and a leader of the women's rights movement. • The day this takes place on is March 8th. It is celebrated to celebrate women's achievements. • ...
Ameerika Ühendriikide sünd 2025-01-15
5 Clues: Bill of rights ehk ... • 4. Juulil 1776 sai Ameerika ... • Kellele kuulus seadusandlik võim? • Kes oli Ameerika esimene presiden? • 1787.a võeti vastu USA põhiseadus ehk ...
UT Chapters - Crossword 2023-12-12
Across
- The buying and selling of large quantities of products resale to consumers
- A document that verifies a product's country of origin.
- According to this, it is obligatory for the insurer to take steps to minimise the loss to the insured property.
- The insurance company will find the nearest cause of loss to the property.
- Natural disasters, war, terrorists acts, pandemics etc.
- A type of insurance policy in which the insurance company undertakes insuring the life of the policyholder.
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- The insurance provided against the perils of the sea.
- Once the individual has been compensated for the loss incurred, the rights of the ownership of that property goes to the insurer, i.e. the company.
- A commitment by the foreign buyer's bank to pay once the exporter ships the goods and presents the documents.
- When goods are imported, this legal document is filed by the importer/customs agent on their arrival.
- A legal document between a shipper and a carrier, that specifies the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried.
- It's used as documentation to prepare a bill of lading, and has no legal importance.
- A bill in which the importer is required by the exporter to pay on demand or at a future date.
- A document specifying the contents and details of a shipment certified by the consul of the destination country.
- The insured should not make any profit from the insurance contract.
15 Clues: The insurance provided against the perils of the sea. • A document that verifies a product's country of origin. • Natural disasters, war, terrorists acts, pandemics etc. • The insured should not make any profit from the insurance contract. • The buying and selling of large quantities of products resale to consumers • ...
Yelm InStore 2017-08-01
Across
- LARGEST BILL CURRENTLY IN CIRCULATION (2 WORDS)
- BRANCH CHANGE FUND LIMIT (3 WORDS)
- IT TAKES TWO ___ TO OPEN THE VAULT
- NUMBER OF EYES THAT SHOULD BE WATCHING WHEN IN DUAL CONTROL
- LAST NAME OF THE FACE ON THE $10 BILL
- IMAGE ON THE BACK OF THE $5 BILL
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- MSR CASH LIMIT (3WORDS)
- THE AMOUNT OF $20'S TO MAKE IT ELIGIBLE TO SHIP
- CASH BOXES DUAL OR SOLE CONTROL?
- WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE MONEY THAT IS NO LONGER IN ACCEPTABLE SHAPE TO KEEP IN CIRCULATION
- THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE IT TAKES TO GET IN THE KEY BOX
- CASH VERIFICATION IS COMPLETED UNDER ____ CONTROL
- THE FACE ON THE $50 BILL
- TRUE OR FALSE: ITS OK TO BREAK DUAL CONTROL IF SOMEONE HAS TO RUN DOWN THE HALL
14 Clues: MSR CASH LIMIT (3WORDS) • THE FACE ON THE $50 BILL • CASH BOXES DUAL OR SOLE CONTROL? • IMAGE ON THE BACK OF THE $5 BILL • BRANCH CHANGE FUND LIMIT (3 WORDS) • IT TAKES TWO ___ TO OPEN THE VAULT • LAST NAME OF THE FACE ON THE $10 BILL • THE AMOUNT OF $20'S TO MAKE IT ELIGIBLE TO SHIP • LARGEST BILL CURRENTLY IN CIRCULATION (2 WORDS) • ...
social studies 2021-02-16
Across
- dutch, German speaking protestants
- legal document giving rights to people
- working with someone to learn a trade
- Spanish settlement
- code, laws that ruled how slaves would be treated
- acts, laws regulating trade
- de bois, runners of the woods
- a governing body
- founders of plymouth
- Spanish conquerors
- people born with mixed spanish indian background
- a plant to make blue dye
- merchants from new england
- awakening, religious revival
- combination of english and west african language
- settlements run by catholics
- colony, colony under the control of the king
- compact, an agreement
- class, one level below the higher class
- of toleration, religious freedom to all christians
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- rebellion, uprising led by nathaniel bacon
- ships sent out of a country
- top of the society wealthy farmers
- school, private school
- an economic theory
- government, representatives making laws
- trade, a colonial trade route
- court, elected representatives from a church
- a person owing money
- mistreatment or punishment
- meeting, a meeting at a person's house
- Forts for soldiers to live in
- crop, crops sold for money
- good received from a country
- people at the top of the social class
- a religious group
- representatives to the government
- a statement damaging a persons reputation
- passage, waterway through north america
- a belief that one race is better than another
- colony, land given by the king
- revolution, the english bill of rights
- one of the most despised religious groups
- people born in the americas to spanish parents
- the light of human reason
- agreement between friends
46 Clues: a governing body • a religious group • an economic theory • Spanish settlement • Spanish conquerors • a person owing money • founders of plymouth • compact, an agreement • school, private school • a plant to make blue dye • the light of human reason • agreement between friends • mistreatment or punishment • crop, crops sold for money • merchants from new england • ships sent out of a country • ...
Roles of Government 2024-09-18
Across
- -Power distributed among others
- -overseeing authority
- -Ruled by kings rights
- -Address community needs
- -Keep stable society
- -Ruled by small group
- -Making choices
- -Unable to command support
- -Behavioral rules
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- -Shared power
- -Relations of State
- -Branches separated
- -Rights required
- -Priest rule in name of god
- -Elected by citizens
- -Laws by elected people
- -Rights
- -Provided from government
- -Duties
- -Absence of Government
20 Clues: -Rights • -Duties • -Shared power • -Making choices • -Rights required • -Behavioral rules • -Relations of State • -Branches separated • -Elected by citizens • -Keep stable society • -overseeing authority • -Ruled by small group • -Ruled by kings rights • -Absence of Government • -Laws by elected people • -Address community needs • -Provided from government • -Unable to command support • ...
Roles of Government 2024-09-18
Across
- -Power distributed among others
- -overseeing authority
- -Ruled by kings rights
- -Address community needs
- -Keep stable society
- -Ruled by small group
- -Making choices
- -Unable to command support
- -Behavioral rules
Down
- -Shared power
- -Relations of State
- -Branches separated
- -Rights required
- -Priest rule in name of god
- -Elected by citizens
- -Laws by elected people
- -Rights
- -Provided from government
- -Duties
- -Absence of Government
20 Clues: -Rights • -Duties • -Shared power • -Making choices • -Rights required • -Behavioral rules • -Relations of State • -Branches separated • -Elected by citizens • -Keep stable society • -overseeing authority • -Ruled by small group • -Ruled by kings rights • -Absence of Government • -Laws by elected people • -Address community needs • -Provided from government • -Unable to command support • ...
Tek ko_09.28.24 (vol 2) 2024-09-26
Across
- a decade and a half dozen and lords a-leaping
- "cumpleaños" in English
- Damian and _____: twin brother saints
- a round yellow tropical fruit with pink or white flesh and hard seeds
- face on the ten-dollar bill
- Heineken or Budweiser or San Miguel
- "_____ Bombing"-September 26, 1980 in Munich, Germany
- "feliz" in English
- alter ego of the Batman: ______ Wayne
- "A Love to Last a ______"-JM Chan
- "_____ and sour": cooked in a sauce containing sugar and either vinegar or lemon
- sport with crawl, breaststroke, butterfly or backstroke
- "...try to remember the kind of ______, when life was slow and oh, so mellow..."
- "_____ Reynolds" as the Deadpool
- an herb related to onion, leeks, and chives
- face on the hundred-dollar bill
- Plymouth or London Dry or Ginebra
- face on the fifty-dollar bill
- Guangzhou, previously romanized as _____ or Kwangchow
- Swedish or Shiatsu or reflexology or hot stone
- face on the five-dollar bill
- "Im teni sodade bo" in English
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- If m/4=11, then what is m?
- absence of all colors
- Thank God It's _____! (the day you were born)
- string the following symbols: tellurium, carbon, potassium and oxygen
- "mahal kita" in English
- "_____ Road": eleventh studio album by the English rock band the Beatles, released on 26 September 1969
- "_____ melon": White Antibes, Wallace melon, Balian melon, Temptation melon, Chindire
- string the following symbols: tellurium, sulfur, potassium and oxygen
- face on the one-dollar bill
- "Four Quartets" by T.S. ______
- known as sesame balls, are golden, chewy, and extra delicious with sweetened red bean filling
- "...ob-la-di ob-la-da, ______ goes on, brah..."
- "_____ Side Story": based directly on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
- _____ Williams - champion of the 2017 Australian Open
- the flesh of a cow, bull, or ox, used as food
- "_____ Slytherin": one of the founders of Hogwarts School
- LXXX in Arabic numeral
- "coco ______": spread made of coconut cream and brown sugar
- "azul" in English
- face on the twenty-dollar bill
- "______ versus Nixon": 1960 US Presidential debate
- a chocolate-flavoured malted powder product produced by Nestlé
44 Clues: "azul" in English • "feliz" in English • absence of all colors • LXXX in Arabic numeral • "cumpleaños" in English • "mahal kita" in English • If m/4=11, then what is m? • face on the ten-dollar bill • face on the one-dollar bill • face on the five-dollar bill • face on the fifty-dollar bill • "Four Quartets" by T.S. ______ • face on the twenty-dollar bill • ...
Vocab Isaac Willard 2023-10-03
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- Formal approval,final consent to the effectiveness of a constitution, constitutional amendment, or treaty.
- The first ten amendments to the constitution
- Basic principle of federalism; the constitutional provisions by which governmental powers are divided on a geographic basis.
- Basic principle that government and those who govern must obey the law; the rule of the law; see limited government
- A congressional act directing the people of a United States territory to fame a purposed state constitution as a step towards admission to a union
- Those powers that can be exercised by the National Government alone.
- presidential advisory body, traditionally made up of the heads of the executive departments and other officers
- Those persons who supported the ratification of the constitution in 1787-1788
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- A formal agreement between two or more sovereign states.
- The legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one state is returned to the state
- A system of government in which a written constitution divides power between a central or national government and several regional governments.
- Those persons who opposed the ratifcation of the constitution in 1787-1788
- A change in, or addition to, a constitution or law.
- Group of persons chosen in each state and the district of Columbia every 4 years who make a formal selection of the president and vice president
- cheif executiveś power to reject a bill passed by a legislature
15 Clues: The first ten amendments to the constitution • A change in, or addition to, a constitution or law. • A formal agreement between two or more sovereign states. • cheif executiveś power to reject a bill passed by a legislature • Those powers that can be exercised by the National Government alone. • ...
Bill of Rights_ Katelyn Castillo 2022-09-28
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- bans quartering
- rights to fair trial
- freedom of speech, press, petition, religion, assembly
- "I plead the _____"
- right to jury trial in civil cases
- cant charge twice for the same crime
- search and _____
- apply's to the first amendment
- right to bear arms and form state militias
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- a case that does NOT involve criminal conduct
- ensures states rights
- right to bear _____
- federal law ______ state law
- soldiers can't make someones house their home
- guarantees rights to the people
- bans search and seizure
- fundamental principal
- exposing yourself to the crime you committed
- cases with crimes such as murder or homicide
- bans excessive bail and punishment
20 Clues: bans quartering • search and _____ • right to bear _____ • "I plead the _____" • rights to fair trial • ensures states rights • fundamental principal • bans search and seizure • federal law ______ state law • apply's to the first amendment • guarantees rights to the people • right to jury trial in civil cases • bans excessive bail and punishment • cant charge twice for the same crime • ...
Bill of Rights_ Katelyn Castillo 2022-09-28
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- bans quartering
- rights to fair trial
- freedom of speech, press, petition, religion, assembly
- "I plead the _____"
- right to jury trial in civil cases
- cant charge twice for the same crime
- search and _____
- apply's to the first amendment
- right to bear arms and form state militias
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- a case that does NOT involve criminal conduct
- ensures states rights
- right to bear _____
- federal law ______ state law
- soldiers can't make someones house their home
- guarantees rights to the people
- bans search and seizure
- fundamental principal
- exposing yourself to the crime you committed
- cases with crimes such as murder or homicide
- bans excessive bail and punishment
20 Clues: bans quartering • search and _____ • right to bear _____ • "I plead the _____" • rights to fair trial • ensures states rights • fundamental principal • bans search and seizure • federal law ______ state law • apply's to the first amendment • guarantees rights to the people • right to jury trial in civil cases • bans excessive bail and punishment • cant charge twice for the same crime • ...
Women's Movement Crossword 2022-05-02
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- She was a champion for temperance, an abolitionist, and women's rights activist. She was born into slavery but escaped into freedom with her daughter. After going to court to recover her son, she became the first black woman to win the type of case against a white man.
- The convention was held at Seneca Falls, New York. Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott planned and directed the convention. It was held on July 19–20, 1848. It launched the women's suffrage movement.
- She was a chief philosopher, author, lecturer, and a leader of the women's rights movement.
- American Quaker,feminist,suffragist, and women's rights activist. One of the main strategists and advocates for the Nineteenth Amendment. One of her quotes: "This world crisis came about without women having anything to do with it. If the women of the world had not been excluded from world affairs, things today might have been different."
- American social worker as well as many other things. She advocated for world peace and was a critical leader in social work and in women's rights in the U.S.
- The day this takes place on is March 8th. It is celebrated to celebrate women's achievements.
- A key abolitionist. She escaped from slavery and later went back to help others escape. She strongly supported women's rights.
- First college to admit women.
- Decades-long fight to win the fight to win the fight for women's rights in the U.S.
- This amendment gave women the right to vote.
- An American suffrage and a women's rights activist. A close friend of Alice Paul. Together, they formed the National Woman's Party.
- In 1900, married women were allowed to keep their own wages and own property in their own _ _ _ _.
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- She campaigned for freethought, abolition,Native American rights, and women's rights. She criticized Christianity for its part in the oppression of women.
- She was elected to succeed Susan B. Anthony in the National American Woman Suffrage Association as president. She campaigned for the 19th amendment and was a women's suffrage movement leader.
- She was an American Quaker,social reformer, abolitionist, and woman's rights activist. She helped found the Philadelphia Female Anti-Slavery Society and co-wrote the Declaration of Sentiments for the first Women's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York.
- The month is March. It is to reflect on the courage of women in the past generations to speak out and celebrate their efforts.
- A leader of the women's suffrage movement. She was also a physician. One of her quotes are: "Think of submitting our measure to the advice of politicians! I would as soon submit the subject of the equality of a goose to a fox."
- She helped develop plans for the first National Woman's Rights Convention. As well as a woman's rights activist, she was also an abolitionist. She followed the motto “Go where least wanted, for there you are most needed.”, spending more than 20 years traveling the country to advocate for equality for all.
- Despite facing racism within the suffrage movement, she strongly supported women's rights. One of her quotes are: “The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.”
- leading abolitionist and women's rights activist. She refused to take her husband's last name.She was the first Massachusetts woman to earn a college degree.
- Played a key role in the women's rights movement. She was a champion for women's rights,abolition,equal pay for equal work, and temperance.
21 Clues: First college to admit women. • This amendment gave women the right to vote. • Decades-long fight to win the fight to win the fight for women's rights in the U.S. • She was a chief philosopher, author, lecturer, and a leader of the women's rights movement. • The day this takes place on is March 8th. It is celebrated to celebrate women's achievements. • ...
The Legislative Branch 2023-02-26
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- made up of the Senate and House of Representatives
- when a bill is approved by Congress
- ________ of the House; the leader of the House of Representatives
- a person who shows allegiance to his or her country
- serves for 2 years
- serves for 6 years
- to remove a president or justice from his/her position
- the building Congress meets in
- the introduction to the Constitution
- a person who makes laws in Congress
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- leader of the Senate
- number of Senators from each state
- the city where Congress meets
- government for the people, by the people
- the president's power to reject a bill
- a proposed law that goes before the Senate or House of Representatives
- determines how many Representatives each state can have
17 Clues: serves for 2 years • serves for 6 years • leader of the Senate • the city where Congress meets • the building Congress meets in • number of Senators from each state • when a bill is approved by Congress • a person who makes laws in Congress • the introduction to the Constitution • the president's power to reject a bill • government for the people, by the people • ...
1960s Protest Movements 2024-11-26
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- - Parks, who sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
- - Sought by protesters during the Civil Rights Movement.
- - Public expression of disagreement.
- - Women's rights movement of the 1960s.
- - Rights demanded by activists during the '60s.
- - Event where people gather to protest.
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- - Labor leader for farm workers' rights.
- - Military service requirement protested by youth.
- - Culture movement opposing mainstream values.
- - Refusing to buy goods as a form of protest.
- - Central theme of anti-Vietnam War protests.
- - Rights movement focused on racial equality.
- - Nonviolent form of protest at segregated locations.
- - Leader of the Civil Rights Movement (initials).
- - War that sparked widespread protests.
15 Clues: - Public expression of disagreement. • - Women's rights movement of the 1960s. • - War that sparked widespread protests. • - Event where people gather to protest. • - Labor leader for farm workers' rights. • - Refusing to buy goods as a form of protest. • - Central theme of anti-Vietnam War protests. • - Rights movement focused on racial equality. • ...
Edmondson Family History 2014-06-09
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- - Granny's last name
- - Second born son of Inez and Earl
- - Name of Inez's only sister
- - Number of grandchildren Bill and Barbra had
- - City where Harold was born
- - Middle name of the youngest son of Inez and Earl
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- - The last street name where Inez lived
- - Number of grandchildren Harold and Dottie had
- - Name of government agency where Inez last worked
- - The state where Bill Sr. was born
- - Place where the first Earl last worked
- - Number of grandchildren Earl and Mildred had
- - The only resort where two Edmondson family reunions where held
- - University where Bill Sr. graduated from
- - Middle name of Earl and Mildred's youngest daughter
15 Clues: - Granny's last name • - Name of Inez's only sister • - City where Harold was born • - Second born son of Inez and Earl • - The state where Bill Sr. was born • - The last street name where Inez lived • - Place where the first Earl last worked • - University where Bill Sr. graduated from • - Number of grandchildren Bill and Barbra had • ...
Chapter 6 Age of Expansion 2014-11-06
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- Assembly The legislature of the state of Georgia, consists of a senate and a house of representatives.
- Washington A chairman at the Constitutional Convention.
- A sharp economic downturn.
- of Rights The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
- Convention A closed door meeting in Philadelphia during the summer of 1787 that resulted in the creation of an entirely new government.
- Baldwin One of Georgia's representatives that helped resolved the large state-small state representation crisis.
- Few One of Georgia's representatives.
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- A road that travelers had to pay a fee or toll to use.
- George Mathews Approached by four land companies to bribe them to pass a bill allowing the land companies to buy the western lands.
- System Under this system, each white male counted as a "head" of a family and had the "right" to receive up to 1,000 acres.
- Land Fraud The sale western land to four land companies after the governor and members of the General Assembly had been bribed.
- Purchase A transaction in which the United States at the urging of President Jefferson, bought from France for $15 million a huge amount of land stretching from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains.
- Franklin A writer, printer, inventor, scientist, diplomat, historian, and statesman.
- Jefferson Became the country's third president in 1800, succeeding John Adams.
- Whitney Created a machine called the cotton gin to have an easier way t separate cotton fiber from its seed.
15 Clues: A sharp economic downturn. • Few One of Georgia's representatives. • A road that travelers had to pay a fee or toll to use. • Washington A chairman at the Constitutional Convention. • of Rights The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • Jefferson Became the country's third president in 1800, succeeding John Adams. • ...
American vs British 2022-01-14
21 Clues: mad • zip • bill • taxi • film • boot • flat • note • post • maize • queue • lorry • sweets • rubber • engine • jumper • railway • rubbish • football • wardrobe • pavement
American vs. British 2022-01-14
22 Clues: mad • taxi • note • shop • boot • bill • tube • torch • maize • lorry • lorry • crisps • autumn • engine • trouser • handbag • dustbin • motorway • car'park • pavement • the'chemist • terraced'house
The growing colonies 2021-12-04
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- when did New England troops seize Fort Louisbourg from France
- when did Montesquieu’s The spirit of laws happen
- When did british forces capture Quebec
- when was the proclamation signed
- when did benjamin Franklin publish Poor Richard's almanack
- when did the First Navigation Act regulate colonial trade
- when was the college of william and mary founded
- when was the Townshed act
- when was Harvard college established
- when did the Iroquois confederacy form
- When were Locke’s two treaties of government signed
- how many slaves where in United states/British America
- when were french troops driven out of fort Duquesne
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- when was the English bill of rights signed
- what year did Benjamin Franklin propose Albany Planot union
- when was bacon’s rebellion
- when did george whitefield arrive in the colonies
- when did enslaved africans get shipped to the colonies
- when did the great awakening happen
- when did the French and Indian war occur
- When was Qing dynasty established in china
- when did galileo observe planets and stars with telescope
- When did Tokugawa Shogunate emerge in Japan
- when did british troops defeat pontiac’s allies
24 Clues: when was the Townshed act • when was bacon’s rebellion • when was the proclamation signed • when did the great awakening happen • when was Harvard college established • When did british forces capture Quebec • when did the Iroquois confederacy form • when did the French and Indian war occur • when was the English bill of rights signed • ...
1950's 2025-05-05
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- and Roll – Popular music genre emerging in the 1950s.
- U.S. space agency established in 1958.
- and Cover – Drill taught to children in fear of nuclear attacks.
- Music icon known as the “King of Rock and Roll.”
- – Residential areas that grew rapidly due to postwar housing demand.
- – Counterculture group rejecting 1950s norms.
- – President from 1953 to 1961; promoted “modern Republicanism.”
- – Anti-Communist movement led by Senator Joseph McCarthy.
- – Mass-prod.uced suburban housing development in New York.
- Vaccine – Major medical breakthrough developed by Jonas Salk.
- – Became a dominant form of entertainment in American homes.
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- War – Cold War conflict that ended in a stalemate in 1953.
- – A rise in buying goods as a measure of success.
- War – Ongoing political tension between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.
- – First satellite launched by USSR; started the space race.
- Boom – Dramatic increase in birth rates following WWII.
- – System of racial separation challenged by civil rights movement.
- – Federal highway system started under Eisenhower.
- v. Board – Landmark 1954 Supreme Court case ending school segregation.
- Bill – Helped WWII veterans attend college and buy homes.
20 Clues: U.S. space agency established in 1958. • – Counterculture group rejecting 1950s norms. • Music icon known as the “King of Rock and Roll.” • – A rise in buying goods as a measure of success. • – Federal highway system started under Eisenhower. • and Roll – Popular music genre emerging in the 1950s. • Boom – Dramatic increase in birth rates following WWII. • ...
a more perfect union crossword 2024-02-26
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- an agreement between 2 states or countries
- tries to make a candidate seem like a normal everyday prson
- Made up of the presidential electors, an indirect way to elect the President and Vice President
- united states plan of government
- creates bills and makes laws
- there are 100 members of this
- sharing power between federal and state governments
- an example of this in the constitution is the bill of rights
- Ex: Taylor swift makes a video talking about how much she loves trump so he can win over the voters
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- Headed by the president to carry out the laws and policies
- simile to law
- makes sure that not one branch has too much power
- power is divided between the 2 houses
- an attempt to win voters by using personal attacks to distract from real issues
- this amendment makes it so that the country doesn't have an assigned religion
- to apply too
- makes people think everyone loves a person to win votes
- can impeach the president
- veto and approves bills
- this is why we can have guns
20 Clues: to apply too • simile to law • veto and approves bills • can impeach the president • creates bills and makes laws • this is why we can have guns • there are 100 members of this • united states plan of government • power is divided between the 2 houses • an agreement between 2 states or countries • makes sure that not one branch has too much power • ...
8.20-8.30 2025-12-03
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- – Diplomatic scandal involving French demands for bribes.
- – Chief Justice who strengthened the Supreme Court.
- – A law, especially one passed for governing western lands.
- – Convention leader and first president who set early precedents.
- – Protest against a tax that tested Washington’s authority.
- Territory – Region created by Congress that included future Midwestern states.
- – Group that opposed the Constitution without a Bill of Rights.
- – Federalist leader who supported a national bank.
- – Short-lived “lost” state that tried to break away in the 1780s.
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- – System preventing any branch of government from becoming too powerful.
- – Laws passed under Adams that limited speech against the government.
- – “Father of the Constitution” who kept detailed convention notes.
- – Land deal that doubled the size of the United States.
- – First ten amendments protecting individual freedoms.
- – Compromise on how enslaved people would be counted for representation.
- – Agreement creating a two-house legislature.
- – America’s first national government structure after independence.
- – Democratic-Republican leader who favored strict interpretation.
- – Power shared between national and state governments.
- – Farmers’ uprising that showed weaknesses of the Articles.
20 Clues: – Agreement creating a two-house legislature. • – Federalist leader who supported a national bank. • – Chief Justice who strengthened the Supreme Court. • – First ten amendments protecting individual freedoms. • – Power shared between national and state governments. • – Land deal that doubled the size of the United States. • ...
West Coast 2025-04-07
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- What colour line is 1.25kpa
- Where do you find all the contact numbers
- What is nine digits long
- What card do we do not accept for direct debit
- What do you need to do at the start of every call
- Who is the distributor
- Where do we add access details for the meter reader
- What is the name of the application used to do Bill smoothing
- Who do you transfer the complaints to
- If the account number has 8000/8001 where do you transfer the call to
- what is used to send welcome packs
- How many plans do we have
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- Where can you send out the welcome pack out by mail
- what is required for the customer to change their full name
- Where do you check Gas availability
- Where can you check a bill online
- If the account has a debt or bill issued you would set up a bill smoothing
- What application do you use to locate a missing payment
- What needs to be added at the end of every account that is opened
- What is the term called when you are closing one account and moving
20 Clues: Who is the distributor • What is nine digits long • How many plans do we have • What colour line is 1.25kpa • Where can you check a bill online • what is used to send welcome packs • Where do you check Gas availability • Who do you transfer the complaints to • Where do you find all the contact numbers • What card do we do not accept for direct debit • ...
UT Chapters - Crossword 2023-12-12
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- Natural disasters, war, terrorists acts, pandemics etc.
- When goods are imported, this legal document is filed by the importer/customs agent on their arrival.
- Once the individual has been compensated for the loss incurred, the rights of the ownership of that property goes to the insurer, i.e. the company.
- A document that verifies a product's country of origin.
- A legal document between a shipper and a carrier, that specifies the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried.
- A bill in which the importer is required by the exporter to pay on demand or at a future date.
- It's used as documentation to prepare a bill of lading, and has no legal importance.
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- According to this, it is obligatory for the insurer to take steps to minimise the loss to the insured property.
- A commitment by the foreign buyer's bank to pay once the exporter ships the goods and presents the documents.
- The buying and selling of large quantities of products resale to consumers
- A document specifying the contents and details of a shipment certified by the consul of the destination country.
- The insurance provided against the perils of the sea.
- The insurance company will find the nearest cause of loss to the property.
- A type of insurance policy in which the insurance company undertakes insuring the life of the policyholder.
- The insured should not make any profit from the insurance contract.
15 Clues: The insurance provided against the perils of the sea. • Natural disasters, war, terrorists acts, pandemics etc. • A document that verifies a product's country of origin. • The insured should not make any profit from the insurance contract. • The buying and selling of large quantities of products resale to consumers • ...
Civil Rights Movement 2025-10-07
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- Rights Act,1965 civil rights legislation
- Alabama city central to civil rights
- in,seated protest
- v. Board,school segregation case
- Rights act,1964 equality law
- riders,1960s bus protest group
- Marshall,first black supreme court justice
- X,black nationalist leader
- MLKs civil rights group
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- Parks,she refused to give up her bus seat
- Site of the 1955 bus boycott
- rock nine,9 students in 1957 crisis
- on Washington,1963 civil rights rally
- Summer,1964 civil rights campaign
- 1960s nonviolent student org.
- Luther King, leader
- Group behind freedom riders
- Panther,black power activists
18 Clues: in,seated protest • Luther King, leader • MLKs civil rights group • X,black nationalist leader • Group behind freedom riders • Site of the 1955 bus boycott • Rights act,1964 equality law • 1960s nonviolent student org. • Panther,black power activists • riders,1960s bus protest group • v. Board,school segregation case • Summer,1964 civil rights campaign • ...
Rights 2018-12-13
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- why aren't ___ in schoools
- There are not enough ___
- gives us the right to remain silent
- Shot by teleban
- _______Nations
- when thing are the same
- Something every american has
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- everything a kid needs to get into a college
- ___of speech
- leagal age to vote in america
- ___admenment dealing with guns
- author of the book
- Zach bonner was marching for their rights
- Someone who comes from another country and hurts someone Malala
- where kids go to learn
15 Clues: ___of speech • _______Nations • Shot by teleban • author of the book • where kids go to learn • when thing are the same • There are not enough ___ • why aren't ___ in schoools • Something every american has • leagal age to vote in america • ___admenment dealing with guns • gives us the right to remain silent • Zach bonner was marching for their rights • ...
Rights 2018-12-13
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- the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university
- the action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.
- a specified state of growth or advancement.
- legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way
- a person's mental or physical condition
- girl shot by Taliban
- a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities.
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- the governing body of a nation, state, or community.
- a particular system of faith and worship.
- the state a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities.of being connected by blood or marriage.
- an individual rule as part of a system of law
- a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.
- the state or condition of being free from being observed or disturbed by other people.
- the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.
- a group consisting of parents and children living together in a household.
15 Clues: girl shot by Taliban • a person's mental or physical condition • a particular system of faith and worship. • a specified state of growth or advancement. • an individual rule as part of a system of law • the governing body of a nation, state, or community. • legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way • ...
Rights 2018-12-13
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- amendment is about right to speedy trial
- How many High Commissioners have there been so far?
- amendment is about due process, double jeopardy; self incrimination
- How many countries are members of the Commission on Human Rights?
- amendment is about limit on quartering of troops
- amendment is about trial by jury in civil cases
- amendment is about guns
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- amendment is about people retain rights
- amendment is about powers not delegated to the US to states or people
- amendment is about protection against unreasonable search and seizure.
- everyone under 18 has these rights ______1
- The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights was established in _ _ 93.
- How many articles does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights contain?
- amendment is about no excessive bail or fine; no cruel or unusual punishment
- amendment is about freedom of religion, speech, press, and assembly; right of petition
15 Clues: amendment is about guns • amendment is about people retain rights • amendment is about right to speedy trial • everyone under 18 has these rights ______1 • amendment is about trial by jury in civil cases • amendment is about limit on quartering of troops • How many High Commissioners have there been so far? • ...
Purpose of assertive communication 2024-05-12
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- these should be protected
- people are more willing to _____________
- consider the point of _______ of others
- respect ________ involved
- ____________ the rights of others
- these should be met
- should show this
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- people need to feel ________ with the situation
- people are more likely to __________
- respect the rights of ____________
- consider the _________ of others
- people will respect you ________
- everyone is _________ to their rights
- say _______ what your rights are
- needs should be clearly ________
15 Clues: should show this • these should be met • these should be protected • respect ________ involved • consider the _________ of others • people will respect you ________ • say _______ what your rights are • needs should be clearly ________ • ____________ the rights of others • respect the rights of ____________ • people are more likely to __________ • ...
black historical crossword puzzle 2024-10-30
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- First African American child to integrate an all-white school in the South
- Abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad
- Young activist who refused to give up her bus seat months before Rosa Parks
- Influential writer and civil rights activist known for works like "Go Tell It on the Mountain"
- First African American woman to earn a pilot's license
- Historian known as the "Father of Black History" and founder of Black History Month
- Key figure of the Harlem Renaissance known for his jazz poetry
- First African American woman elected to the U.S. Congress
- Former enslaved person who commandeered a Confederate ship during the Civil War
- Legendary boxer known for his "float like a butterfly" quote
- First African American woman in space
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- Civil rights leader known for his "I Have a Dream" speech
- Former enslaved person who became a leading abolitionist and orator
- First African American to play in Major League Baseball
- Agricultural scientist known for his work with peanuts and crop rotation
- Influential civil rights leader known for his advocacy of Black nationalism
- Key organizer of the 1963 March on Washington and advocate for civil rights and LGBTQ+ rights
- Renowned photographer and filmmaker known for his work documenting the Civil Rights Movement
- Poet and author of "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings"
- "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement" who refused to give up her bus seat
20 Clues: First African American woman to earn a pilot's license • First African American woman in space • First African American to play in Major League Baseball • Civil rights leader known for his "I Have a Dream" speech • Legendary boxer known for his "float like a butterfly" quote • Abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad • ...
How a Bill Becomes a Law Review 2024-01-16
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- the person who leads discussion on bills in the Senate
- the person who must choose to veto or sign the bill into law
- small groups of Congress members that discuss bills on specific topics
- a piece of legislation that has passed through both houses of Congress and been signed by the President
- If a committee dislikes a bill, they can reject it.
- a piece of legislation before it becomes a law
- this committee in the House is unique and decides when each bill will be discussed on the House Floor
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- ________ of the House: The person who leads discussion on bills in the House of Representatives
- the lower house of Congress that has a more strict lawmaking process
- the upper house of Congress that has a more relaxed lawmaking process
- unlimited debate in the Senate on a bill as long as the speaker does not sit down or take a break
- each house of Congress must get a 51% _____ to pass the bill.
12 Clues: a piece of legislation before it becomes a law • If a committee dislikes a bill, they can reject it. • the person who leads discussion on bills in the Senate • the person who must choose to veto or sign the bill into law • each house of Congress must get a 51% _____ to pass the bill. • the lower house of Congress that has a more strict lawmaking process • ...
day of the triffids crossword challenge 2022-04-11
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- the man who kidnapped bill
- the main charicter in this story was?
- bills girlfriend and partner
- what was the name of chapter 6?
- what was used to kill the triffids?
- what did the man give bill when he was tied up?
- what was everyone at the pub drinking?
- "when I die dont bury me at all just pickle my _____ in alcohol"
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- where was the first triffid attack?
- a large man eating plant
- what was used to spray water at the triffids?
- what blinded anyone who looked at it?
- why didint bill go blind?
- what color were the comets?
- the hospital where the story started
15 Clues: a large man eating plant • why didint bill go blind? • the man who kidnapped bill • what color were the comets? • bills girlfriend and partner • what was the name of chapter 6? • where was the first triffid attack? • what was used to kill the triffids? • the hospital where the story started • what blinded anyone who looked at it? • the main charicter in this story was? • ...
day of the triffids crossword challenge 2022-04-11
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- what color were the comets?
- what was used to spray water at the triffids?
- what was used to kill the triffids?
- the hospital where the story started
- where was the first triffid attack?
- the main charicter in this story was?
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- the man who kidnapped bill
- what was the name of chapter 6?
- what was everyone at the pub drinking?
- why didint bill go blind?
- "when I die dont bury me at all just pickle my _____ in alcohol"
- bills girlfriend and partner
- what did the man give bill when he was tied up?
- a large man eating plant
- what blinded anyone who looked at it?
15 Clues: a large man eating plant • why didint bill go blind? • the man who kidnapped bill • what color were the comets? • bills girlfriend and partner • what was the name of chapter 6? • what was used to kill the triffids? • where was the first triffid attack? • the hospital where the story started • what blinded anyone who looked at it? • the main charicter in this story was? • ...
Protests and Demonstrations 2023-08-23
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- - Refuse participation in support.
- - Movement against conflict.
- - Nonviolent protests at lunch counters.
- - Core goal of many movements.
- - Engaging in protests actively.
- - Act of public protest.
- - Desire for this during the Vietnam War.
- - Equality and justice battles.
- - Key civil rights concern.
- - Economic protest strategy.
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- - Large protest gatherings.
- - Unity in protests.
- - Anti-war protests against it.
- - Sought in civil rights protests.
- - Fought against racial separation.
- - Fueled many protests.
- - Opposing authority's actions.
- - Focus of civil rights protests.
- - Civil rights symbol.
- - Often resulted from civil unrest.
20 Clues: - Unity in protests. • - Civil rights symbol. • - Fueled many protests. • - Act of public protest. • - Large protest gatherings. • - Key civil rights concern. • - Movement against conflict. • - Economic protest strategy. • - Core goal of many movements. • - Anti-war protests against it. • - Opposing authority's actions. • - Equality and justice battles. • ...
Criminal Justice: Trials, Sentencing, and Incarceration 2021-02-26
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- amendment that protects against cruel and unusual punishment
- this California prison was one of the prisons Charles Manson was incarcerated at and also became well-known as a unusual concert venue for the country singer Johnny Cash
- this state has the largest state penitentiary in the country with over 5000 inmates and almost 2000 employees
- sentences that run one after another
- this famous prison, located in New York, is actually a complex of New York City jails, it famously has housed the Son of Sam and Mark David Chapman
- area of legal authority
- the Bill of Rights cites __ amendments which protect the legal and civil rights of citizens
- supervisor of a prison unit
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- primary goal in punishing in the criminal justice system
- early release from prison, sometimes for good behavior
- this is the country's most well known "supermax" federal prison, housing offenders of the most serious crimes, such as 9/11 conspirators and the Unabomber
- sentences that are served at the same time
- texas prison unit geographically closest to Van Vleck High School
- this famous French historical prison was the "Alcatraz of the 1500s and 1600s"; the famous novel Count of Monte Cristo popularized it in the common world
- how many US states use the death penalty as punishment
- protection against being tried for the same crime twice
- built in 1847, this famous prison once housed Al Capone, considered to be inescapable
- at approximately 900 years old, this once famous prison housed the to-be-executed Anne Boleyn and now houses the Crown Jewels of Britain
- city in Texas that is home to the Texas State Penitentiary
- money to be released from jail until trial
20 Clues: area of legal authority • supervisor of a prison unit • sentences that run one after another • sentences that are served at the same time • money to be released from jail until trial • early release from prison, sometimes for good behavior • how many US states use the death penalty as punishment • protection against being tried for the same crime twice • ...
Jeremy Sheppard Chapter 3 Crossword 2017-09-24
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- of rights / the name of the first ten amendments
- amendment / amendment that states you have the right to a speedy trial
- sovereignty / the people are the only source for any and all governmental power
- / division of power among a central government and several regional governments
- amendment / amendment that sates the bail, fines, and jail time has to be fair
- / government must be conducted according to constitutional principles
- amendment / amendment that says yu have the right to remain silent
- amendment / amendment that states you have the right to bear arms
- / the president can react a law
- and balances / each branch is subject to a number of constitutional checks from the other branches
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- of law / government and its officers, in all they do, are always subject to - never above- the law.
- amendment / amendment that says that the enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
- amendment / amendment that says you have freedom of speech
- of powers / when the power of the government is operated with three branches
- review / power of a court to determine the constitutionality of governmental action
- amendment / amendment that states that a trial has to be over twenty dollars
- government / no government is all powerful
- amendment / amendment that says you don't have to let a solider stay in your house
- amendment / amendment that says that the powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
- amendment / amendment that says a police officer needs a warrant to search you or your house
20 Clues: / the president can react a law • government / no government is all powerful • of rights / the name of the first ten amendments • amendment / amendment that says you have freedom of speech • amendment / amendment that states you have the right to bear arms • amendment / amendment that says yu have the right to remain silent • ...
AP Gov Crossword 2024-02-05
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- Proposed piece of legislation
- A group of presidential advisers
- when the president doesn't sign a bill within 10 days
- removal of president
- A policy document allocating burdens(taxes) and benefits (expenditures).
- what the government spends money on
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- Talking a Bill to death
- Sources of money for the government
- 3rd in line for president
- to pay X level of benefits to Y number of recipients.
- reviewing laws to make sure they are efficient
- The status of already holding office
- What amendment limits presidents to two terms of office?
- All the money borrowed by the federal government over the years
- The President's wife
15 Clues: removal of president • The President's wife • Talking a Bill to death • 3rd in line for president • Proposed piece of legislation • A group of presidential advisers • Sources of money for the government • what the government spends money on • The status of already holding office • reviewing laws to make sure they are efficient • ...
Government Crossword Puzzle 2016-04-19
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- and balances/ A system whereby each branch of government has the ability to limit the actions of other branches
- y Tejas/One of the constituent states of the newly established United Mexican States under its 1824 Constitution
- A type ofhttps://crosswordlabs.com/# government in which powers and duties between the states and the national government are shared
- powers/ A political power that a constitution reserves exclusively to the jurisdiction of a particular political authority
- An assembly or council of citizens having the highest deliberative functions in a government, especially a legislative assembly of a state or nation
- A document that outlines fundamental laws and principles of law; it describes the nature, functions, and limits of government
- Having to do with the chief officer of a government
- A note or guarantee issued by the government promising to repay money it borrows with interest
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- Court/ The highest court in the U.S
- of Representatives/ A lower legislative branch
- The executive head of a state in the U.S.
- An addition to a formal document such as a constitution
- of powers/ The term for the fact that the powers of government are divided into three separate branches: legislative, executive, and judicial
- Elected officials who make the laws for the state
- The judicial branch of government, it tries cases involving government and administers justice
- of Rights/ A series of laws in a constitution that protect specific rights of citizens
16 Clues: Court/ The highest court in the U.S • The executive head of a state in the U.S. • of Representatives/ A lower legislative branch • Elected officials who make the laws for the state • Having to do with the chief officer of a government • An addition to a formal document such as a constitution • ...
36-Women's Rights Activists in the 1970s 2023-07-03
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- - To give power or authority to women
- - Public demonstration to bring attention to women's issues
- - Achievements and milestones in the women's rights movement
- - The principle at the core of the women's rights movement
- - Quality exhibited by women's rights activists
- - Unfair treatment based on gender
- - One who speaks out in support of women's rights
- - A person involved in advocating for women's rights
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- - Socially constructed roles and expectations
- - Striving for freedom from societal constraints
- PAY - Demand for fair compensation regardless of gender
- - Movement advocating for women's rights
- - Entitlements and freedoms pursued by activists
- - The right to vote, a key focus of the women's movement
- - Imbalance in opportunities and treatment of women
15 Clues: - Unfair treatment based on gender • - To give power or authority to women • - Movement advocating for women's rights • - Socially constructed roles and expectations • - Quality exhibited by women's rights activists • - Striving for freedom from societal constraints • - Entitlements and freedoms pursued by activists • - One who speaks out in support of women's rights • ...
Bill 2017-04-15
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- Actor in Pulp Fiction & Saturday Night Fever
- Topical comedy with Dara O’Brien (4,3,4)
- Children can get a driving licence here (4,4)
- Plays Sherlock Holmes in modern TV version (8, 11)
- Director of The Shawshank Redemption (5,8)
- Gorillaz song featuring Bobby Womack (5)
- Author of To Kill A Mockingbird (6,3)
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- Author of A Clockwork Orange (7,7)
- Tallest building in London (3,5)
- Lead character of A Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time (11)
10 Clues: Tallest building in London (3,5) • Author of A Clockwork Orange (7,7) • Author of To Kill A Mockingbird (6,3) • Topical comedy with Dara O’Brien (4,3,4) • Gorillaz song featuring Bobby Womack (5) • Director of The Shawshank Redemption (5,8) • Actor in Pulp Fiction & Saturday Night Fever • Children can get a driving licence here (4,4) • ...
Unit 4 Vocabulary 2022-03-04
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- the ability of the Court to declare a Legislative or Executive act in violation of the Constitution,
- a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case.
- in charge of deciding the meaning of laws, how to apply them to real situations, and whether a law breaks the rules of the Constitution.
- political powers granted to the United States government that aren't explicitly stated in the Constitution
- those not explicitly stated in the :Constitution that allows the government to take actions, which are needed to efficiently perform essential duties.
- a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government
- If a federal official commits a crime or otherwise acts improperly, the House of Representatives may impeach—formally charge—that official.
- occurs when Congress adjourns during the ten-day period. The president cannot return the bill to Congress. The president's decision not to sign the legislation is a pocket veto and Congress does not have the opportunity to override.
- the introductory part of a constitution or statute that usually states the reasons for and intent of the law.
- not according or consistent with the constitution of a body politic (such as a nation) an unconstitutional infringement on rights
- made up of the House and Senate, known collectively as the Congress. Among other powers, the legislative branch makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce and controls taxing and spending policies.
- the separate judicial opinion of an appellate judge who disagreed with the majority's decision explaining the disagreement.
- an addition or alteration made to a constitution
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- a statement in the U.S. Constitution (Article I, Section 8) granting Congress the power to pass all laws necessary and proper for carrying out the enumerated list of powers.
- the highest court in the United States.
- a political philosophy based on the idea that government authority is derived from the people and should be limited by a constitution that clearly expresses what the government can and cannot do
- permanent committees established under the standing rules of the Senate and specialize in the consideration of particular subject areas.
- one whose legalized force and power is restricted through delegated and enumerated authorities
- made up of the House and Senate, known collectively as the Congress. Among other powers, the legislative branch makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce and controls taxing and spending policies.
- the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.
- principle of government under which separate branches are empowered to prevent actions by other branches and are induced to share power
- a distinct often numbered section of a writing an article of the constitution.
- 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.
- specifically granted to the federal government in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution.
- The power of the President to refuse to approve a bill or joint resolution and thus prevent its enactment into law
- powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution.
- powers which are shared by both the federal government and state governments.
- a controversial political doctrine according to which the people of federal territories should decide for themselves whether their territories would enter the Union as free or slave states.
- a principle under which all persons, institutions, and entities are accountable to laws that are: Publicly promulgated. Equally enforced. Independently adjudicated. And consistent with international human rights principles.
29 Clues: the highest court in the United States. • an addition or alteration made to a constitution • powers which are shared by both the federal government and state governments. • a distinct often numbered section of a writing an article of the constitution. • a judicial opinion that is joined by more than half the judges deciding a case. • ...
The Civil Rights Movement 2024-05-30
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- Little Rock _____
- Bus _____ Boycott
- Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee
- In 1963, President _____ proposed the Civil Rights Act
- Civil rights minister, activist, and political philosopher
- ____ Kennedy protected the Freedom Riders in Alabama during the summer of 1961
- ______ vs. Ferguson
- Southern Christian Leadership Conference
- Congress of Racial Equality
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
- March on _____
- Prominent figure in the movement to end racial segregation in public schools who becomes America's first African American Supreme Court Justice
- Best known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott
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- _____ Riders
- Watts Race _____
- President that signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- _____ vs. The Board of Education
- American civil rights activist and the NAACP's first field secretary in Mississippi
- In 1957, this president signed the first civil rights legislation since Reconstruction
- Teenager murdered in Mississippi in 1955
- 1951 Moton _____ Walkout
21 Clues: _____ Riders • March on _____ • Watts Race _____ • Little Rock _____ • Bus _____ Boycott • ______ vs. Ferguson • 1951 Moton _____ Walkout • Congress of Racial Equality • _____ vs. The Board of Education • Southern Christian Leadership Conference • Teenager murdered in Mississippi in 1955 • Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee • President that signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 • ...
Civil Rights Vocabulary 2025-01-22
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- outlawed segregation in public schools
- sets of laws adopted by the southern US that established segregation
- art pieces that reflect Hispanic culture/heritage
- nonviolent protests that combated segregated lunch-coutners
- leader of the Chicano Movement that organized boycotts of California Grapes
- gave equal protections of the law to all US citiznes
- militant group that carried weapons to defend their neighborhoods from police violence
- 9 students who met resistance when integrating an all-white school
- peaceful protests where refuse to purchase/use goods or services
- sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott when she refused to surrender her seat on the bus
- passed in 1965, protected minorities equal rights to vote
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- passed in 1964, outlawed discrimination in all public facilities and in workplaces
- aided Cesar Chavez in fighting for farm worker rights
- civil rights movement that focused on migrant farm worker rights
- Governor of Arkansas that resisted integration of schools
- nonviolent protests against segregated buses across the southern US
- black Muslim civil rights leader who advocated for the use of violence in self-defense
- Civil Rights leader that believed in nonviolent protests
- the action of violating unfair laws in a peaceful manner
- to separate by race
20 Clues: to separate by race • outlawed segregation in public schools • art pieces that reflect Hispanic culture/heritage • gave equal protections of the law to all US citiznes • aided Cesar Chavez in fighting for farm worker rights • Civil Rights leader that believed in nonviolent protests • the action of violating unfair laws in a peaceful manner • ...
Chapter 3 2013-06-12
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- To be free imprisonment learn from consequences
- Affected first nations who has concluded treaties with Canada’s government
- About event and generally accepted values and attitude that shaped the actions of people in the past
- Pre – judgement
- to arrest people of Italian descent and send them to camps
- Are various aboriginal people in Canada who are neither inuit or metis
- State as a fact , assert strongly and publicly
- The state of being equal
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- Freedom to express your opinions
- A trade union- organization act
- Rights guaranteed to specific groups in Canadian society for historical and constitutional reasons
- Right to vote for members of House of Commons and of provincials legislatures
- Right to move anywhere within Canada
- Protects fundamental rights and freedom; ________ of rights and freedom
- Women’s right to vote
- confinement during war time
- Charter of ____ and freedoms
- Rights held by individual people
- The quality of being fair and impartial
19 Clues: Pre – judgement • Women’s right to vote • The state of being equal • confinement during war time • Charter of ____ and freedoms • A trade union- organization act • Freedom to express your opinions • Rights held by individual people • Right to move anywhere within Canada • The quality of being fair and impartial • State as a fact , assert strongly and publicly • ...
Our Civic Duty 2012-07-23
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- the study of the rights and duties of citizenship
- the ability of an individual or group to get what it wants
- the systematic and deliberate attempt to kill all members of an ethnic, racial or other cultural group
- rights the rights of people affect by criminal acts
- Rights rights that ensure that people living with physical or mental disabilities have access to a full range of services
- military or economic measures by which one or more countries try to force another country to respect international law or human rights.
- the right to give orders or make decisions
- to decide or settle a dispute
- Rights rights that protect people from discrimination and ensure equal access to opportunity
- a form of decision making or a government system in which one person or a small group holds all power
- Action a form of political activity that seeks to achieve a goal by the most immediate means, including civil disobedience and actions that may be violent and illegal
- claims to which all people are entitled by moral or ethical principles of legal guarantees
- not attached to any political party
- qualities that one considers important
- rights that do not impose a duty on the government
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- people who leave their native country because of a well-founded fear of persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group
- Disobedience non-violent refusal to obey laws in order to publicize an issue or political viewpoint and force reforms
- differences and variety
- the unlawful use or threatened use of extreme violence by individuals and groups to create widespread fear to achieve political goals
- distorted or prejudice view not based on fairness and accuracy
- the use of force or threats to ensure orderly behaviour; sometimes known as “government by force”
- Declaration of Human Rights the international document adopted by the United Nations in 1948 that proclaims basic human rights for all people
- for human immunodeficiency virus, the retrovirus that attacks the immune system, leaving the body unable to fight off infections and cancers and leading to AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome).
- the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity and that the well-being of all human kind is a necessary and worthy goal
- unfair treatment that is based on prejudice rather than respect for equality and individual worth
- Countries countries with a low average income and little technology
- one who actively campaigns for or against a policy or social reforms
- shielding the public from dangerous people, one goal of sentencing
- harassment unwelcome conduct, of a sexual nature, directed toward a person
29 Clues: differences and variety • to decide or settle a dispute • not attached to any political party • qualities that one considers important • the right to give orders or make decisions • the study of the rights and duties of citizenship • rights that do not impose a duty on the government • rights the rights of people affect by criminal acts • ...
Unit 3 Vocabulary 2022-02-02
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- Contract An implicit agreement among the members of a society to cooperate for social benefits.
- Jeopardy A procedural defence that prevents an accused person from being tried again on the same charges.
- of Confederation Established the functions of the national government of the United States.
- Compromise Provided a dual system of congressional representation.In the House of Representatives each state would be assigned a number of seats in proportion to its population. Three-Fifth Compromise Agreement between delegates from the Northern and the Southern states that three-fifths of the slave population would be counted for determining direct taxation and representation.
- Thinkers Developed theories of government in which some or even all the people would govern.
- He is the principal source of the theory of separation of powers.
- sovereignty Said that people of federal territories should decide for themselves whether their territories would enter the Union as free or slave states.
- Smith Wrote the first comprehensive system of political economy.
- review Review by the US Supreme Court of the constitutional validity of a legislative act.
- Rights Rights that are not dependent on the laws or customs of any particular culture or government.
- of Independence The formal proclamation that the colonies would now be an independent country separate from Great Britain.
- Domain The right of a government or its agent to expropriate private property for public use.
- Bill of Rights Outlined specific constitutional and civil rights and ultimately gave Parliament power over the monarchy.
- Plan Outlined a strong national government with three branches legislative, executive, and judicial.
- Clause Prohibits the government from "establishing" a religion.
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- Locke One of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers and commonly known as the "Father of Liberalism".
- Compact The first governing document of Plymouth Colony.
- The quality of being in accordance with a political constitution.
- College Compromise A compromise between two main proposals the popular election of the President and the election of the President by Congress.
- Jersey Plan Proposed a unicameral (one-house) legislature with equal votes of states and an executive elected by a national legislature.
- Neglect Avoiding strict enforcement of parliamentary laws, especially trade laws, as long as British colonies remained loyal.
- House of Burgesses The elected representative element of the Virginia General Assembly.
- To sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement.)
- Exercise Clause Protects citizens' right to practice their religion as they please, so long as the practice does not run afoul of a "public morals" or a "compelling" governmental interest.
- Carta A charter of liberties to which the English barons forced King John to give his assent.
- and balances Ensuring that political power is not concentrated in the hands of individuals or groups.
- Democracy: Democracy where elected persons represent a group of people.
27 Clues: Compact The first governing document of Plymouth Colony. • Clause Prohibits the government from "establishing" a religion. • Smith Wrote the first comprehensive system of political economy. • The quality of being in accordance with a political constitution. • He is the principal source of the theory of separation of powers. • ...
Customer Service Week 2023-09-27
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- Governmental/major accounts
- Hi-low____
- Don't forget your customer _____
- Repairs electric wires
- _____ meeting
- Low income
- Daily ___
- Covers 71% of the Earth
- Disputes, LLA, discounts
- Waitlisted
- Bill segment (incomplete)
- Bill cancel
- Water or electric
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- Working from home
- Meeting
- ______& rebill
- Private ______
- Billing _____ & Review
- ____ ground leak
- Powered by the sun
- ______billing
- _____ service charge
- The ___ mile
- Odd or even
- Do not _____
25 Clues: Meeting • Daily ___ • Hi-low____ • Low income • Waitlisted • Odd or even • Bill cancel • The ___ mile • Do not _____ • _____ meeting • ______billing • ______& rebill • Private ______ • ____ ground leak • Working from home • Water or electric • Powered by the sun • _____ service charge • Billing _____ & Review • Repairs electric wires • Covers 71% of the Earth • Disputes, LLA, discounts • Bill segment (incomplete) • ...
