bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

Training 103 2025-07-24

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what type of court resolved all disputes between landlords and tenants
Saturday in Te Reo Maori
what is camera in Te Reo Maori
What do you tell an individual after you have detained them...
what do you use for your subjective assessment and continuous reassessment when dealing with an individual and/or situation

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what is 3o'clock in Te Reo Māori
what dose the C stands for in AWOCA
what is section 21 of the court security act? "Power to use..."
What is first place in Te Reo Māori
what is well Done, or good in Te Reo Māori

10 Clues: Saturday in Te Reo Maori • what is camera in Te Reo Maori • what is 3o'clock in Te Reo Māori • what dose the C stands for in AWOCA • What is first place in Te Reo Māori • what is well Done, or good in Te Reo Māori • What do you tell an individual after you have detained them... • what is section 21 of the court security act? "Power to use..." • ...

Build Back Better Act 2023-03-07

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What does the AICPA submit as a means of voicing their opinion on the proposed legislation?
The bonus rate for green energy incentive is ___ times the base rate, and it would apply to projects that meet certain prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements.
The bill would provide more funding for IRS__________, technology, and customer service.
The bill would impose a tax equal to 1% of the fair market value of any corporate stock _____.
The bill would increase the 9% _______ credit and small state minimums under the low-income housing credit for the years 2022–2025 and makes other changes to the credit.
The bill would increase the limitation on the deduction for SALT from ten thousand to _________ thousand.

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The bill would impose a ____ percent minimum tax on the profits of corporations that report over $1 billion in profits to shareholders.
The Build ____ Better Act was passed by a vote of 220-213 in the House of Representatives
The bill would create a new Sec. 1A, imposing a ____ on high-income individuals, estates, and trusts.
The bill ___ all employee after-tax contributions in qualified plans and after-tax IRA contributions from being converted to a Roth IRA regardless of income level, effective for distributions, transfers, and contributions made after Dec. 31, 2021.
How many years will the child tax credit be extended by?
The bill would amend Sec. 1202 to disallow the 75% and 100% exclusion of gain from the sale of stock if the taxpayer's AGI is ______ $400,000 or if the taxpayer is a trust or estate.

12 Clues: How many years will the child tax credit be extended by? • The bill would provide more funding for IRS__________, technology, and customer service. • The Build ____ Better Act was passed by a vote of 220-213 in the House of Representatives • What does the AICPA submit as a means of voicing their opinion on the proposed legislation? • ...

Legislative Branch 2020-09-28

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Number of years required to be a US citizen in order to serve in the Senate
Political party to which more than half of the members of congress belong
When the president ignores a bill for 10 days
Last name of Illinois' senior senator
Gives Congress the right to create any laws "necessary and proper" to carry out its expressed power
The house that has one hundred members
Redrawing lines in an effort to create districts that favor one voting group
Court order that requires police to bring a prisoner to court to explain why they are holding the person
Term length for US Senators: ____ years
Speaker of the House (Last Name)

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Talking a bill to death
Two house congress
Refusing to sign a bill
Most recent US president to be impeached (Last Name)
Name of the person who presides over the senate
The number of representatives in the House is based on ____________
Population count
15th congressional district representative
Powers listed in the Constitution
Main job of the legislative branch

20 Clues: Population count • Two house congress • Talking a bill to death • Refusing to sign a bill • Speaker of the House (Last Name) • Powers listed in the Constitution • Main job of the legislative branch • Last name of Illinois' senior senator • The house that has one hundred members • Term length for US Senators: ____ years • 15th congressional district representative • ...

Tiawna Johnson 2014-03-15

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A detailed written plan for government.
Meeting of state delgates in 1781 leading to adoption of a new constitution.
A body of unchanging moral principles regarded as a basis for all human conduct.
An Agreement among people in a society with a governtment.
Government of a country by its own people after having been a colony.
See to have an influence on an issue.
One who resides in a particular place permanently or for an extended period of time.
Freedoms people possess relating to life, liberty and property.

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Document that gave people some freedom and justice.
The power of government to intervene in the exercise of a civil liberty.
The use of symbols to respect ideas or qualities.
Cuel and oppressive government to rule.
Community member who owes loyalty to the government and is entitled to its protection.
The split authority among the three branches of government.
A law usually of a city or country
Money borrowed and not yet paid back.
Abbreviation for English Bill of Rights.
An individual who moves permanently to a new country.
A foreign-born resident of the U.S. who has been naturalized.

19 Clues: A law usually of a city or country • Money borrowed and not yet paid back. • See to have an influence on an issue. • A detailed written plan for government. • Cuel and oppressive government to rule. • Abbreviation for English Bill of Rights. • The use of symbols to respect ideas or qualities. • Document that gave people some freedom and justice. • ...

Chapter 7 Crossword Puzzle 2022-11-17

Chapter 7 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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branch-branch of government that decides if laws are carried out fairly
of government
of powers-principles by which the powers of government are divided among separate branches
of government in which citizens choose representatives to govern them
branch-branch of government that carries out laws
of rights- written list of freedoms that a government promises to protect

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when business activity slows, prices and wages fall, and unemployment rises
in which each side gives up some of its demands in order to reach an agreement
corpus-the right that no person can be held in prison without first being charged with a specific crime
branch-branch of government that passes laws

10 Clues: of government • branch-branch of government that passes laws • branch-branch of government that carries out laws • of government in which citizens choose representatives to govern them • branch-branch of government that decides if laws are carried out fairly • of rights- written list of freedoms that a government promises to protect • ...

Crossword Puzzle #1 - Chapter 7 2022-02-18

Crossword Puzzle #1 - Chapter 7 crossword puzzle

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session - a legislative session called by the governor that addresses an agenda set by him or her and that lasts no longer than 30 days
bill - a bill that gives an individual or corporation a special exemption from state law
- the power to control floor debate by recognizing who can speak before the House and Senate
committee - a joint committee created to work out a compromise on House and Senate versions of a piece of legislation
veto - a veto of a bill that occurs after the legislature adjourns, thus preventing the legislature from overriding it
bill - a bill affecting only units of local government, such as a city, county, or special district
session - the 140-day period, occurring only in odd-numbered years, during which the Texas legislature meets to consider and pass bills

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power - the legislature's mandated role in counting returns in the elections for governor and lieutenant governor
- an expression of opinion on an issue by a legislative body.
diem - daily payment to a public official engaged in state business.
district - a district in which one official is elected rather than multiple officials
bill - a bill that applies to all people and/or property in the state.
power - the power, exercised by the House, the Senate, or both chambers jointly, to investigate problems facing the state.
- having a legislative assembly composed of two chambers or houses.
veto - the power of the executive to veto specific provisions (lines) of an appropriations bill passed by the legislature

15 Clues: - an expression of opinion on an issue by a legislative body. • - having a legislative assembly composed of two chambers or houses. • diem - daily payment to a public official engaged in state business. • bill - a bill that applies to all people and/or property in the state. • ...

Latino Civil Rights 2015-05-19

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Name that young Mexicans started to call themselves
Nonviolent protest where students left school
A civil rights activist who often used violent tactics
Group that fought to protect undocumented immigrants
Union that fought for rights of farmers
Independent political movement for Latino interests
Civil rights activist who fought for rights of undocumented immigrants
This fruit was boycotted in 1965 to fight California companies

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Name of a temporary worker who came to the US from Mexico
Civil rights activist who fought for farm workers
Nonviolent civil rights activist who used unions to fight
Community action group based in Chicago
Group based in San Antonio that fought for Mexican-American rights
Spanish speaking neighborhoods in inner cities
Money-stealers who led immigrants over the border

15 Clues: Community action group based in Chicago • Union that fought for rights of farmers • Nonviolent protest where students left school • Spanish speaking neighborhoods in inner cities • Civil rights activist who fought for farm workers • Money-stealers who led immigrants over the border • Name that young Mexicans started to call themselves • ...

Bill Ted and the Crocodile 2015-02-07

Bill Ted and the Crocodile crossword puzzle

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The crocodile got hold of his tail.
Bill grabbed this to hit the croc with.
Bill did not use this, he walked instead.
This looked like a log in the water.
Bill used squid for this.
They were called Dan and Ruff

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A synonym for this is leapt.
Dan and Ruff chased them.
This is where Bill liked to sit and fish.
Bill went there to fish.
The twins bashed the croc on this until he let go.

11 Clues: Bill went there to fish. • Dan and Ruff chased them. • Bill used squid for this. • A synonym for this is leapt. • They were called Dan and Ruff • The crocodile got hold of his tail. • This looked like a log in the water. • Bill grabbed this to hit the croc with. • This is where Bill liked to sit and fish. • Bill did not use this, he walked instead. • ...

Chapter 11 – Illiberalism 2025-12-01

Chapter 11 – Illiberalism crossword puzzle

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Holding suspects without trial
Quebec rules protecting French
Targeting based on race or ethnicity
Canada’s main historical suspension of rights used three times
Forced detention of specific groups
Group interned during WWII
Right violated by government surveillance
Rights held by a group, not just individuals
Serious threat requiring federal action
US post-9/11 anti-terror legislation
Expanded security agency powers
Lack of representation in institutions

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Minor recruited or used in armed group
State separation from religion
_____ Crisis, 1970 kidnapping + WMA invocation
Government monitoring of communications
Quebec terrorist separatist group
Unequal treatment of groups
Policies supporting underrepresented groups
Rights of language groups + Indigenous peoples
Government payment for past wrongs
Social, economic, political exclusion
US detention center in Cuba
Canada’s 2001 response to 9/11
Trudeau quote during FLQ crisis
Label for targeted groups in WWI/WWII
Modern Canadian emergency legislation
Ensuring marginalized groups participate
Non liberal acts
Canada’s constitutional rights document
List restricting travel for security reasons
Human rights violations used in Guantanamo to obtain confessions

32 Clues: Non liberal acts • Group interned during WWII • Unequal treatment of groups • US detention center in Cuba • State separation from religion • Holding suspects without trial • Quebec rules protecting French • Canada’s 2001 response to 9/11 • Trudeau quote during FLQ crisis • Expanded security agency powers • Quebec terrorist separatist group • Government payment for past wrongs • ...

Acronyms 2024-05-08

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American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
Battery Management System
Battery Pack Control Module
Charge/Discharge current
Eight Series Two Parallel
Can Controller Flexible Data-rate
Corrective and Preventative Action
Closed Circuit Voltage
Control Plan
Battery Electric Vehicle

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American National Standards Institute
Chemical Safety Board
Bill of Material
(system) content management system
Advanced Product Quality Planning
Controller Area Network
Charging Constant Current Charging
All-electric vehicle
CC charging, which charges with a constant current, and CV that charges at a constant voltage
Internal Resistance by Alternating Current
Bill of Lading

21 Clues: Control Plan • Bill of Lading • Bill of Material • All-electric vehicle • Chemical Safety Board • Closed Circuit Voltage • Controller Area Network • Charge/Discharge current • Battery Electric Vehicle • Battery Management System • Eight Series Two Parallel • Battery Pack Control Module • Advanced Product Quality Planning • Can Controller Flexible Data-rate • ...

Unit 2 Review 2017-09-29

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Because farmers thought slaves were a better investment, improved living conditions in England, and Bacon’s Rebellion, ______ replaced indentured servants by 1700.
The Enlightenment convinced many people that all people have basic human ______ that no government can deny.
North America, Asia, and Europe were the three points of economic system (2 words)
The average number of years a person can expect to live (2 words)
John Locke said that kings do not have a “______ ______” to rule. (2 words)
British leader William _____ helped to win the war by promising whatever resources necessary to win, no matter the cost. He also said the British government would be responsible for that debt.
The Enlightenment inspired our founding fathers, as well as the Declaration of Independence, the _______, and the Bill of Rights.
Before markets, the early colonists did this to acquire the goods and services they needed.
Ben Franklin tried to unite the _____ with the Albany Plan of Union.
Before the Enlightenment, people used their _____ to answer questions about our world.
Which country won the French and Indian War?
Slaves were transported along this route (2 words)
Who became famous for striking the first blow against the French? (Last name only)

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Most of the slaves in the colonies worked in the _____ of Southern plantations
The _______ Colonies relied on agriculture more than the other two
Plantation slaves were managed by the _____.
Journalists being able to criticize the government without being punished (4 words)
Stockpiling gold and silver, exporting more than importing, and developing colonies were the 3 principles of what economic system in the 1700s?
General _______ didn’t follow George Washington’s advice, and it got him killed! (Last name only)
Britain passed the _____ Acts to restrict who the colonists could trade with.
Laws that restricted the rights of slaves and prevented slave rebellions(2 words)
The American principles of democracy, separation of church and state, and selectmen were all inspired by New England's _____ (2 words)
Colonists frustrated with the Navigation Acts resorted to this tactic to avoid paying taxes.
During and after the Enlightenment, this was one of the three things people were now using to answer questions about our world.
Young George Washington led a ______, or amateur army, into the Ohio River Valley to construct a fort.

25 Clues: Plantation slaves were managed by the _____. • Which country won the French and Indian War? • Slaves were transported along this route (2 words) • The average number of years a person can expect to live (2 words) • The _______ Colonies relied on agriculture more than the other two • Ben Franklin tried to unite the _____ with the Albany Plan of Union. • ...

Rights 2018-12-14

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you have the right to protection from harmful ___ and from the drug trade
___ peace prize is given to one person once a year
you have the right to find out things and share what you ____ with others
set of laws in North America
you have the right to be ____
you have the right to give your ____

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you have the right to play and ____
what is the second amendment about
a person who was shot for speaking up
thegovernment has a responsibility to make sure your ____ are protected
all adults should do what is ____for you
you have the right to choose your own ____ and beliefs
you have the right to a good quality ____
you have the right to ___ if you've been hurt

14 Clues: set of laws in North America • you have the right to be ____ • what is the second amendment about • you have the right to play and ____ • you have the right to give your ____ • a person who was shot for speaking up • all adults should do what is ____for you • you have the right to a good quality ____ • you have the right to ___ if you've been hurt • ...

The 7th Amendment 2022-11-22

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What is the 7th Amendment a part of?
How many Amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?
Where was the 7th Amendment ratified
a formal examination of evidence before a judge, and typically before a jury, in order to decide whether a person is guilty or not.
Who are the people in court?
What number is this amendment?

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Who wanted this right?
How large does the fine have to be or more to get the right to trial by jury?

8 Clues: Who wanted this right? • Who are the people in court? • What number is this amendment? • What is the 7th Amendment a part of? • Where was the 7th Amendment ratified • How many Amendments are there in the Bill of Rights? • How large does the fine have to be or more to get the right to trial by jury? • ...

The 7th Amendment 2022-11-22

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What is the 7th Amendment a part of?
How many Amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?
Where was the 7th Amendment ratified
a formal examination of evidence before a judge, and typically before a jury, in order to decide whether a person is guilty or not.
Who are the people in court?
What number is this amendment?

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Who wanted this right?
How large does the fine have to be or more to get the right to trial by jury?

Constitutional Design 2021-07-19

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Which national leader first tried to draft a Constitution for India?
The Constitution begins with a short statement pf its basic values called the
....... was the member of Drafting Committee, Entrepreneur and Congress Leader.
The title of autobiography written by Nelson Mandela is
A general Agreement.
Who gave this statement-"I have cherished the ideal of democractic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities"?

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Who was a lawyer and known for his role in the Champaran Satyagraha?
....... was the Vice-Chairman of the Constituent Assembly.
Who gave a historical speech 'Tryst with Destiny on 15 August,1947?
Young India was a
The 'Bill of Rights' which inspired the Indian leaders is associated with which country?
What was the method called for separation of blacks and whites?
What was the system of racial discrimination in South Africa called?
A distinct section of a document.
The native people of South Africa are ....... in colour.

15 Clues: Young India was a • A general Agreement. • A distinct section of a document. • The title of autobiography written by Nelson Mandela is • The native people of South Africa are ....... in colour. • ....... was the Vice-Chairman of the Constituent Assembly. • What was the method called for separation of blacks and whites? • ...

The Public Order Bill: A Lesson in Legislative Irony #1 2024-03-26

The Public Order Bill: A Lesson in Legislative Irony #1 crossword puzzle

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Well known and talked about by a lot of people
Act in a way that is against a law or that limits someone’s rights or freedom
Preserve (a right, tradition, or idea) in a form that ensures it will be protected and respected
Tell someone what they must have or do, or to make a rule of something
Make harmless or ineffectual
Be a part of a whole
Showing a lack of care about danger and the possible results of your actions
Relating to laws and the process of making laws

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Stop something from being done or used, especially by law
Inconsistent or not coming together
Way of referring to a typical and ordinary person
Difficult and sad situation
Draft of a proposed law presented to parliament for discussion
Unserious about a serious subject, in an attempt to be funny or to appear clever
Group of people gathered together in one place for a common purpose

15 Clues: Be a part of a whole • Difficult and sad situation • Make harmless or ineffectual • Inconsistent or not coming together • Well known and talked about by a lot of people • Relating to laws and the process of making laws • Way of referring to a typical and ordinary person • Stop something from being done or used, especially by law • ...

Civil Rights Movement 2024-07-08

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prominent Civil rights activist worked w/ MLK
Boycott in Montgomery.
Large protest walks.
famous for bus boycott.
"I Have a Dream"
challenging segregation on buses.
Protest walk.
Philosophy of peaceful protest.
Refusal to use services as protest.
Civil rights organization.

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Supreme Court ruled that separating children in public schools on the basis of race was unconstitutional
1963 bombing of a Birmingham church by the KKK takes the lives of four girls.
Leader of the Civil Rights Movement.
Site of a famous 1965 march.
Nonviolent protests in areas (usually dinners)black Americans weren't allowed
14yr old boy murdered after being accused of whistling at woman
group of 9 black kids to attend Central High school in Little Rock Arkansas.
baseball player for dodgers #47
Fair treatment under the law.
Goal of the Civil Rights Movement.

20 Clues: Protest walk. • "I Have a Dream" • Large protest walks. • Boycott in Montgomery. • famous for bus boycott. • Civil rights organization. • Site of a famous 1965 march. • Fair treatment under the law. • baseball player for dodgers #47 • Philosophy of peaceful protest. • challenging segregation on buses. • Goal of the Civil Rights Movement. • Refusal to use services as protest. • ...

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword crossword puzzle

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Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
Section 1 of the Charter
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
prevail over
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
the right to vote

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gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 33 of the Charter
to put into effect
singed by King John in 1215
to take away or detract
spreading ideas widely
to improve
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
to abolish or annul

24 Clues: to improve • prevail over • the right to vote • to put into effect • to abolish or annul • spreading ideas widely • to take away or detract • Section 1 of the Charter • Section 33 of the Charter • singed by King John in 1215 • Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights • Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights • Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms • ...

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
prevail over
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Section 33 of the Charter
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
spreading ideas widely
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to take away or detract
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights

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to abolish or annul
to improve
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
to put into effect
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 1 of the Charter
the right to vote
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
singed by King John in 1215
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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to take away or detract
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
the right to vote
to improve
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
Section 1 of the Charter
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
prevail over
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights

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guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
Section 33 of the Charter
to abolish or annul
singed by King John in 1215
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
spreading ideas widely
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to put into effect
to bring home the Constitution
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights

26 Clues: to improve • prevail over • the right to vote • to put into effect • to abolish or annul • spreading ideas widely • to take away or detract • Section 1 of the Charter • Section 33 of the Charter • singed by King John in 1215 • to bring home the Constitution • Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights • Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights • ...

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
to take away or detract
to abolish or annul
singed by King John in 1215
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
spreading ideas widely
Section 33 of the Charter
to put into effect
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
to improve
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
the right to vote

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The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 1 of the Charter
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to bring home the Constitution
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
prevail over
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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to put into effect
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
Section 1 of the Charter
to take away or detract
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
to bring home the Constitution

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A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
spreading ideas widely
Section 33 of the Charter
to abolish or annul
to improve
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
the right to vote
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
singed by King John in 1215
prevail over
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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prevail over
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
to take away or detract
to improve
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 33 of the Charter
singed by King John in 1215
to bring home the Constitution
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
the right to vote
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights

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Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
spreading ideas widely
Section 1 of the Charter
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
to abolish or annul
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
to put into effect

US History Final Crossword 2022-05-26

US History Final Crossword crossword puzzle

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Scopes/ tried for teaching evolution
Wrote Declaration of Independence
scandal that forced Nixon to resign
dropped atomic bombs on Japan to end WWII
disobedience/ includes boycotts, sit-ins, peaceful protests
women suffrage
Powers/ Germany, Italy, and Japan in WWII
Wall/ torn down in 1989
Union/ its collapse marked the end of the Cold War
Russia put missiles in this country in 1962
Cong/ communists in South Vietnam
the goal of the hippies was to create this type of society
of Rights/ first 10 amendments
X/ believed in violent protests
abolished slavery
Nations/ peace keeping body formed after WWII
President during U.S. Civil War

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War Hero
President blamed for the Great Depression
ban on alcohol
type of fencing ended the open range
Harbor/ event brought U.S. into WWII
put a little money down, pay the rest later
Deal/ FDR's plan to get America out of the Depression
Truman fired this General during the Korean War
Johnson/ became President after JFK was assassinated
surrendered to Grant at Appomatox Courthouse
market/ crashed Oct, 29, 1929
treaty that ended WWI
telegram brought U.S. into WWI

30 Clues: War Hero • ban on alcohol • women suffrage • abolished slavery • treaty that ended WWI • Wall/ torn down in 1989 • market/ crashed Oct, 29, 1929 • of Rights/ first 10 amendments • telegram brought U.S. into WWI • X/ believed in violent protests • President during U.S. Civil War • Wrote Declaration of Independence • Cong/ communists in South Vietnam • scandal that forced Nixon to resign • ...

Vocabulary List III 2022-04-06

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The neighbor came and took their dog.
"If only the worls had _____ with itself," Sally noted.
I went to Walmart; ____ I went to Shop'n Save.
I decorated my folder, so that it was not _____ anywhere.
Mrs.Berich has _____ me how to make a online crossword puzzle.
My brothers toy _____ is his prized possession.
The first _________ of the Bill of Rights is the freedom of speech and/ or press.
_______ boat sunk in the middle of the deep blue ocean.
I am not _____ sure that is the answer.
The picture is ___________ so it does not fall down.
The glass was supposed to be clear, but I could not see _______ it.

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The _________ told me to get better grades.
The theif went over _____.
When I _____ the ball, I broke the window.
I was so exited that I got some new __________.
I woke up early since the rays of light _____ softy in my room.
Can I have a _____ of cake?
Since it was too loud,the teacher told us to _____ down.
I like milk chocolate better ____ white chocolate.
Nancy Drew conducted a thorough search for the sabotager of Paige's horse.

20 Clues: The theif went over _____. • Can I have a _____ of cake? • The neighbor came and took their dog. • I am not _____ sure that is the answer. • When I _____ the ball, I broke the window. • The _________ told me to get better grades. • I went to Walmart; ____ I went to Shop'n Save. • I was so exited that I got some new __________. • ...

Chapter 5 Vocabulary 2014-05-05

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Private meetings held by each of the political parties to choose leaders
A Strategy of delaying a bill by "talking it to death"
A law that sentences a person to jail without a trial
Process where the person with the most experience gets the nest positions in Congress
The people who live in a Congress persons district
To distribute or divide (seats in the House
A formal disapproval of a congress persons actions
A limit on debate of a bill in the Senate\
Free mail for Congress people
Legal protection
The most powerful position in the House of Reps.
President of the Senate "for the time being"
Permanent committees in Congress
The political party with the most seats in each of the 2 houses of Congress
Having a majority of members present in Congress to do business
Another name for the Majority leader
An act that betrays or endangers the country
Limits/Limiting the length of time an elected official can serve
Another name for a law
When a member of congress has to give up their seat because they broke the law

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Small group meeting in Congress where work on bills is done
2 of these for each term of Congress(meetings of Congress)
A law that applies to an action that took place before it was against the law
Allows Congress to "stretch" its powers
It means you can't be held in jail forever without formal charges being brought against you
Name given to the person who tries to persuade others to vote for a bill
Drawing of voting districts to favor one particular party
Another name for Legislative Branch
the party in Congress with the fewest seats
The powers Congress claims under the elastic clause.
Each memeber of Congress votes individually when their name is called
Process of bringing formal charges against an elected official in the House of Reps
A bill approving the spending of money by Congress
Another way the President can veto a law
A proposed law

35 Clues: A proposed law • Legal protection • Another name for a law • Free mail for Congress people • Permanent committees in Congress • Another name for Legislative Branch • Another name for the Majority leader • Allows Congress to "stretch" its powers • Another way the President can veto a law • A limit on debate of a bill in the Senate\ • To distribute or divide (seats in the House • ...

Legislative Branch Vocab 2020-10-16

Legislative Branch Vocab crossword puzzle

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the ability to send mail by one's signature rather than by postage
an action such as a prolonged speech that obstructs progress in a legislative assembly while not technically contravening the required procedures.
a committee whose members are from two or more different organizations, or from both chambers of a bicameral legislative body .
a high-ranking senator of the majority party who presides over the US Senate in the absence of the vice president.
express severe disapproval of something, especially in a formal statement
(of an official or regime) currently holding office.
divide or organize into new political or school districts.
a draft of a proposed law presented to parliament for discussion.
a permanent committee that meets regularly.
the minimum number of members of an assembly or society that must be present at any of its meetings to make the proceedings of that meeting valid.
Informal term for a nongermane amendment to a bill or an amendment to an appropriation bill that changes the permanent law governing a program funded by the bill.
a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote
having a single legislative chamber.

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a group of people that seeks to influence public policy on the basis of a particular common interest or concern.
the reassignment of representatives proportionally among the states in accordance with changes in population distribution.
Specific powers granted to Congress
a committee composed of some members of a larger committee, board, or other body and reporting to it.
an official of a political party appointed to maintain discipline among its members in Congress or Parliament, especially so as to ensure attendance and voting in debates.
a member of a constituency
manipulating the boundaries of so as to favor one party or class.
a person who takes part in an organized attempt to influence legislators.
Powers that the government assumes and enforces
having two branches or chambers
An official count or survey of population

24 Clues: a member of a constituency • having two branches or chambers • Specific powers granted to Congress • having a single legislative chamber. • An official count or survey of population • a permanent committee that meets regularly. • Powers that the government assumes and enforces • a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote • ...

Chapters 2 & 3 2023-03-26

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of Rights ____ is the amendments to the US constitution.
of Powers The division of government responsibilities is ____.
The partnership created in the constitution between the states and the federal government is called ______.
The study of the nature of duty and obligation.

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Review is a review by the US Supreme Court of the constitutional validity of a legislative act.
Capitalism is a socially responsible economic and political philosophy.
Values An organization's or individuals set of beliefs that they follow.
Contract An agreement of cooperation for benefits and security.
Amendment The freedom of speech law.
V Wade The decision ruled to protect a pregnant woman's right to choose to have an abortion.

10 Clues: Amendment The freedom of speech law. • The study of the nature of duty and obligation. • of Rights ____ is the amendments to the US constitution. • of Powers The division of government responsibilities is ____. • Contract An agreement of cooperation for benefits and security. • Capitalism is a socially responsible economic and political philosophy. • ...

Birth of Feminism 2013-06-05

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Nicknamed “Mother”
the religion of the Grimke sisters
Considered the “Napoleon” of women’s rights movement
First black woman speaker supporting both abolition and women’s rights
A Vindication of Women's Rights was written by this woman
Attended Oberlin College
Supported divorce because she fell in love with her sister’s husband
defending equal political, economic, and social rights for women

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Number of resolutions read during the Convention
1st style of women’s pants
first women who were respected as public speakers
First women's convention
Declaration of ______ and Sentiments
movement that wanted to get rid of slavery
movement wanted to prohibit alcohol

15 Clues: Nicknamed “Mother” • First women's convention • Attended Oberlin College • 1st style of women’s pants • the religion of the Grimke sisters • movement wanted to prohibit alcohol • Declaration of ______ and Sentiments • movement that wanted to get rid of slavery • Number of resolutions read during the Convention • first women who were respected as public speakers • ...

Parliament crossword 2020-10-02

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the party that has the most seats but has less than half of the total seats.
each member plays a role as the opposite of a government minister.
all bills go to them to allow for further review, the pubic can give input.
is a piece of legislation that is introduced in order for it to be made into a law.
it’s generally the party that elects the second largest number of seats.
the cabinet minister presents the bill to the House of Commons.
all MPs can question the bills purpose and consequences.
is a party that has no portfolio or title.

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they asks critical questions of the Finance Minister and government about federal spending.
the posting of all House business for a given day.
all elected members of parparliament that are not assigned a specific portfolio or role.
assuming the role of prime minister when they are is absent or unable to carry duties.
the party that has the most seats and is over half of the total seats.
who is our current ruling government.
who is the prime minister.
its a rule with consequences that affects everyone who breaks them.
the leader of the party that holds the largest number of seats in parliament.
where members of parparliament meet to discuss and pass bills/legislations.
there can still be more debates and more adjustments to the bill.
this person has the responsibility of maintaining party discipline.
a bill proposed in the Senate then sent to the Commons for further review.

21 Clues: who is the prime minister. • who is our current ruling government. • is a party that has no portfolio or title. • the posting of all House business for a given day. • all MPs can question the bills purpose and consequences. • the cabinet minister presents the bill to the House of Commons. • there can still be more debates and more adjustments to the bill. • ...

Vokabeln 2022-04-26

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bill please
recipt
has calculated
piece of paper
tips
dog bark
keep the change

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old term for mrs.
to add up
has made
mr waiter
already
bill

13 Clues: bill • tips • recipt • already • has made • dog bark • to add up • mr waiter • bill please • has calculated • piece of paper • keep the change • old term for mrs.

chapter 5 vocab 2023-11-09

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authority shared by two or more committees
the people who work for house and senate committees
a method of defeating a bill in the Senate by stalling the legislative process and preventing a vote
a permanent committee in congress that oversees bills that deal with certain kinds of issues
the minimum number of memebers who must be present to permit a legislative body to take official action
a temporary committee formed to study one specific issue and report its findings to the House or Senate
a member of a lawmakers staff who runs the lawmakers office, supervises the schedule and gives advice
a population count
meeting
the process of reassigning representation based on population, after every cenus
the speakers top assistant whose job is to help plan the majority partys legislative program and to steer important bills through the house
a temporary joint committee set up when the house and the senate have passed different versions of the same bill
a motion by all members of the Senate who are present to set aside formal rules and consider a bill from the calendar
the Senate member, who stands in as president of the Senate in the absense of the vice president
legislature a two-chamber legislature

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a member of a lawmakers personal staff who makes certain thath the lawmaker is well informed about proposed legislation
to draw a districts boundaries to gain an advantage in elections
the people who work directly for individual senators and representatives
a member of a lawmakers personal staff who handles requests for help from constituents
a procedure that allows each senator to speak only one hour on a bill under debate
a proposed law
to set up new district lines after reapportionment
a group within a standing committee that specializes in a subcategoryof its standing committee's responsibility
as a whole; for example, statewide
an assistant to the party floor leader in the legislative
a schedule that lists the order in which bills will be considered in Congress
a motion placed on a bill in the senate that alerts party leaders that if unanimous consent were to be sought, they would object
a system that gives the member of the majority party with the longest uninterrupted service on a particular leadership of that committee
elected official who is already in office
a committee that consists of members from both the House and Senate, formed to act as a study group that reports back to the House and Senate on a topic or bill
a private meeting of party leaders to choose canadidates for office
a person whom a member of Congress has been elected to represent

32 Clues: meeting • a proposed law • a population count • as a whole; for example, statewide • legislature a two-chamber legislature • elected official who is already in office • authority shared by two or more committees • to set up new district lines after reapportionment • the people who work for house and senate committees • ...

The Constitution 2017-01-08

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What is the right to vote for representatives?
What are personal freedoms that that are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights.
What principle divided the powers of government among the three branches?

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This means everyone is bound by the Constitution.
What is rule by people?
Which principle allowed checks to be made on the other branches.
Power is shared between the state government and the national government.

7 Clues: What is rule by people? • What is the right to vote for representatives? • This means everyone is bound by the Constitution. • Which principle allowed checks to be made on the other branches. • Power is shared between the state government and the national government. • What principle divided the powers of government among the three branches? • ...

Dragon Daily March 2022 Crossword 2022-03-22

Dragon Daily March 2022 Crossword crossword puzzle

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She was born in March and sings "Havana Oo nah nah"
the last name of the roman emperor who was killed on the ides of march
the star sign of people born after March 20
March 20 is the spring _________
the star sign of people born from March 1-20
the president on the twenty dollar bill who is a pisces
this actor born in March said "It needs more cowbell!"

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the animal (plural) that St. Patrick drove out from Irelend according to legend
the first National Park created on March 1
this famous band released their first album in March 1973
the state where most baseball teams report to Spring Training
the college that has the most college basketball championships
the Mexican American civil rights leader who fought for migrant workers
this fast food restaurant was founded by Colonel Sanders in March 1930

14 Clues: March 20 is the spring _________ • the first National Park created on March 1 • the star sign of people born after March 20 • the star sign of people born from March 1-20 • She was born in March and sings "Havana Oo nah nah" • this actor born in March said "It needs more cowbell!" • the president on the twenty dollar bill who is a pisces • ...

Government Crossword 2025-05-14

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18th Amendment established
Power split between national and state
Change to the Constitution
How each branch limits another's power
Intro to the Constitution
How citizens elect representatives
Branch of courts
Ideology that favors BIG government
War-ending agreements

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Ideology that favors SMALL government
Senate delay tactic
Branch that WRITES the laws
President's rejection of a bill
Population-based house in legislative branch
President's top advisors
Branch that ENFORCES the laws
Population count every 10 years
Described as the "4th branch of government"
Power explicitly stated in Constitution
Proposed law

20 Clues: Proposed law • Branch of courts • Senate delay tactic • War-ending agreements • President's top advisors • Intro to the Constitution • 18th Amendment established • Change to the Constitution • Branch that WRITES the laws • Branch that ENFORCES the laws • President's rejection of a bill • Population count every 10 years • How citizens elect representatives • ...

Government 2014-09-29

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what people fear will be limited if a government has too much power
what Britain saw its colonies as a source of
minority rights are needed in order to treat everyone this way
signed agreement
a constitution lists the rights and _______ or citizens.
the people who run in governments must be kept in ___.
citizens can change the constitution by _____.
______-Government: popular or representative system where the people create and run their own government.
Rights of the _______ protects the rights of small, unpopular groups.
what the Townshend Revenue Act allowed the government to do to people's homes
a constitution tells how these are made

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nobody is ____ the law.
Citizens respect the law because they see it as fair and reasonable.
_______ Government: the is limited by the Constitution.
a rule book for a country's government
Power divided among __________ of the government.
citizens give their ________ to be governed.
Due process= fair _____
when there's rule of law, this is who the law applies to.
set of things people believe they should be free to do

20 Clues: signed agreement • nobody is ____ the law. • Due process= fair _____ • a rule book for a country's government • a constitution tells how these are made • what Britain saw its colonies as a source of • citizens give their ________ to be governed. • citizens can change the constitution by _____. • Power divided among __________ of the government. • ...

Racism and Civil Rights - C.Mitchell 2018-05-21

Racism and Civil Rights - C.Mitchell crossword puzzle

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Union and labor leader - used nonviolent techniques to promote better working conditions for farm workers.
Elected in 1960 - youngest president ever elected - pushed for civil rights following the "Children's March" - assassinated in Dallas, TX.
of 1964 - college students traveled through the South trying
Nine students who integrated Central High in Little Rock, AR - state had to give in to federal law.
Rights Activist - preached separatism - assassinated in 1965 by the Nation of Islam.
by bus on to integrate interstate bus stations - fire-bombed in GA - later escorted by federal marshals.
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Supreme Court Case - overturned Plessy v. Ferguson - integrated public schools - conditions of black schools hindered educational opportunities for black students - set them up to fail in life.
m Summer"
Indian Movement - brought public attention to the recognition of tribal rights, violation of government treaties and overall improvement of Indian life on reservations.
Southern Christian Leadership Conference - King's southern civil rights organization.

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Republican who ran against JFK in 1960 Election - he lost!
LBJ's War on Poverty Programs - Medicare, Medicaid, Elementary/Secondary School Acts, and Environmental Acts
register blacks to vote.
Segregation Laws - legally allowed to keep whites and black socially separated.
Banned segregation in all public places.
Leader of the Civil Rights Movement - emerged following the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Provided citizenship rights to African-Americans - equal in the "eyes of the law."
Supreme Court Case - established "separate but equal" - blacks and white may be separated socially as long as what is provided is equal in nature.
Peaceful demonstration asking for a result and refusing to move until goal is achieved.
In December of 1955, she refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery. Sparked the use of civil disobedience to ignite the Civil Rights Movement.
United diverse groups to push for civil rights in August 1963.
The refusal of the African-American community to ride public buses - held out fo - held out for 381 days peacefully and it resulted in the integration of public buses.
Civil Rights Activist - preached separatism - assassinated in 1965 by the Nation of Islam.
Wrote the "Feminine Mystique" - acknowledging the role of women outside of the domestic role.

25 Clues: . • m Summer" • register blacks to vote. • Banned segregation in all public places. • Republican who ran against JFK in 1960 Election - he lost! • of 1964 - college students traveled through the South trying • United diverse groups to push for civil rights in August 1963. • Segregation Laws - legally allowed to keep whites and black socially separated. • ...

Homework 2023-01-04

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Monarchy Type of government which prevents the monarch from having absolute authority and forces them to rule in accordance to a constitution
group of advisors to the English monarchBut
Second permanent English settlement in the New World (1620)
First permanent English settlement in the New World (1607)
Law which stated a person must be charged with a specific crime to be put in prison
struggle for the English throne (1455-1485) between the house of York (white rose) and the house of Lancaster (red rose) ending with the accession of the Tudor monarch Henry VII
Leader of the cabinet
english royal family, started by Henry VII
Union Law which joined England and Scotland together into one kingdom

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War War fought between England and France for control of North America
Dual monarchy of England after the Glorious Revolution that recognized the supremacy of the English Parliament
Law which prevented a Catholic from inheriting the throne of England
Ended French and Indian War, France lost Canada, land east of the Mississippi, to British, New Orleans and west of Mississippi to Spain
Law which granted religious freedom to most people of England
Bill of Rights of 1689 King William and Queen Mary accepted this document. It guaranteed certain rights to English citizens and declared that elections for Parliament would happen frequently. By accepting this document, they supported a limited constitutional monarchy--made Parliament more powerful than the monarchy
the overthrow of King James II of England by his daughter Mary II and her husband William III

16 Clues: Leader of the cabinet • english royal family, started by Henry VII • group of advisors to the English monarchBut • First permanent English settlement in the New World (1607) • Second permanent English settlement in the New World (1620) • Law which granted religious freedom to most people of England • ...

Reform Movement Crossword 2021-03-25

Reform Movement Crossword crossword puzzle

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fought to improve treatment of mentally ill and prison reform
Fought for women's rights, organized the Women's rights convention at Seneca falls
to change for the better
Artist famous for American landscape paintings, hudson river school of art, works included Kaaterskij Falls, etc
Artist who painted kindred spirits
Philosopher who wrote se f-reliance
Considered "Father of Public Education

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Escaped slave fought against discrimination
Quaker, first president of American equal rights association
Reformer, fighter for Women's Rights, arrested and fined for trying to vote
Quakers, educators, and writers, supported abolitionist movement and women's rights
abolitionist who founded the liberator
right to vote
one of the first movements for women's rights
Artist famous for lifelike documentation of every bird species in North America

15 Clues: right to vote • to change for the better • Artist who painted kindred spirits • Philosopher who wrote se f-reliance • abolitionist who founded the liberator • Considered "Father of Public Education • Escaped slave fought against discrimination • one of the first movements for women's rights • Quaker, first president of American equal rights association • ...

Constitution 2023-10-30

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that everyone must follow the law, even the King
laws
laws
amendment/Freedom of Speech, Religion, Press, Petition, Assembly
outlined the in which new states would be added
amendment/ No quartering of troops
two branches or chambers
people exercise their power by voting for representatives.

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that the law comes from the people and that people must obey laws made by the group- self government
many Americans that the Constitution should be ratified
who argued that 3 branches were important because they prevented unlimited power in the govt.
people have the right to vote and change the government if it abuses its power.
laws
power is divided among the three branches of government.
power to govern is shared between the national and state governments.
Opposed the Constitution without a Bill of Rights

16 Clues: laws • laws • laws • two branches or chambers • amendment/ No quartering of troops • outlined the in which new states would be added • that everyone must follow the law, even the King • Opposed the Constitution without a Bill of Rights • many Americans that the Constitution should be ratified • power is divided among the three branches of government. • ...

Unit 5: Congress & the Executive Branch 2024-02-02

Unit 5: Congress & the Executive Branch crossword puzzle

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strategy in senate to talk a bill to death
list of federal projects, grants, and contract available to cities, businesses, colleges and institutions in a congressional district
last year’s budget is the best predictor of the next year’s budget, plus some more.
An excess of federal expenditures over federal revenues (in a given year)
removal of the president because of treason, bribery, or high crimes
A policy document allocating burdens (taxes) and benefits (expenditures)

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individuals who already hold office
few subject matter areas with membership drawn from both houses
a group of presidential advisers not mentioned in the constitution
Sources of money for the government
What the government spends money on
Permits the vice president to become acting president if the president is disabled or deceased
the constitutional power of the president to send a bill back to Congress
a type of veto occurring when congress adjourns within 10 days of submitting a bill to the president and the president simply lets the bill die
voters support congressional candidates because of their support for the president

15 Clues: individuals who already hold office • Sources of money for the government • What the government spends money on • strategy in senate to talk a bill to death • few subject matter areas with membership drawn from both houses • a group of presidential advisers not mentioned in the constitution • removal of the president because of treason, bribery, or high crimes • ...

Chapter 12 crossword 2022-04-01

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the main leader of the Second Great Awakening
idea that God decides the fate of a person's soul even before birth
school supported by taxes
Quaker women's rights activist.
Major American abolitionist, founder of the American Anti-Slavery Society
A person who wanted to end slavery
idea based on nonviolence that people have a right to disobey a law they consider unjust if their consciences demand it
the main leader of educational reform
huge outdoor religious meetings
total ban on the sale and consumption of alcohol
Former slave and abolitionist leader.

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movement that sought to explore the relationship between humans and nature through emotions rather than through reason
Former slave and abolitionist leader.
right of women to vote
women's rights advocate who fought for Women's Suffrage
the main leader of reform for the mentally ill
women's rights activist. Writer of the Declaration of Sentiments at the Seneca Falls Convention.
organized campaign to win property, education, and other rights for women
concept that stresses the importance of each individual
organized effort to end alcohol consumption
former slave. Famous for being a prominent abolitionist and women's rights activist
attempts to improve conditions of life

22 Clues: right of women to vote • school supported by taxes • Quaker women's rights activist. • huge outdoor religious meetings • A person who wanted to end slavery • Former slave and abolitionist leader. • the main leader of educational reform • Former slave and abolitionist leader. • attempts to improve conditions of life • organized effort to end alcohol consumption • ...

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
spreading ideas widely
Section 1 of the Charter
to take away or detract
to abolish or annul
to put into effect
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
the right to vote
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
singed by King John in 1215
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"

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Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
prevail over
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
Section 33 of the Charter
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
to improve
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 33 of the Charter
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to put into effect
singed by King John in 1215
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered

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A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
to bring home the Constitution
spreading ideas widely
Section 1 of the Charter
to improve
to take away or detract
the right to vote
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
prevail over
to abolish or annul
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
to take away or detract
singed by King John in 1215
to put into effect
to bring home the Constitution
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 1 of the Charter
prevail over
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered

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the right to vote
Section 33 of the Charter
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
to abolish or annul
spreading ideas widely
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
to improve
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
Section 33 of the Charter
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
spreading ideas widely
to improve
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
to take away or detract
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights

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to abolish or annul
singed by King John in 1215
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
to bring home the Constitution
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
the right to vote
Section 1 of the Charter
prevail over
to put into effect
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom

oh boy, another history crossword. 2025-01-26

oh boy, another history crossword. crossword puzzle

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The name of the governor of Kansas (p. 506) TCO
The religion of John Brown (p. 507) TCO
The land bought from Mexico that forms the south of Arizona and New Mexico (p. 504) TCO
How old was Bill Cody when he was brought to Kansas? (p. 278) ALW
After bringing in the Kansas-Nebraska bill, Douglas was reviled as this Bible character (p. 505) TCO
Douglas made a speech that made Kansas a _____ state (p. 508) TCO
A guy with the knickname "Buffalo Bill" (p. 278) ALW

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A guy who killed about 7 slave owners in one night (p. 508) TCO
A senator who made a bill to do away with the Missouri compromise line (p. 504) TCO
A president whose term began in 1853 (p. 504) TCO
Where did John Brown live before going to Kansas? (p. 279) ALW
Presidents and Governors have the opportunity to do this to bills/laws that they don't like, as done by the Governor of Kansas (p. 507) TCO
Bill Cody held the record for the longest run on this (p. 278) ALW
A guy who got stabbed in the back with a bowie knife because he didn't support slavery (p. 178) ALW
A president whose term ended in 1853 (p. 504) TCO

15 Clues: The religion of John Brown (p. 507) TCO • The name of the governor of Kansas (p. 506) TCO • A president whose term began in 1853 (p. 504) TCO • A president whose term ended in 1853 (p. 504) TCO • A guy with the knickname "Buffalo Bill" (p. 278) ALW • Where did John Brown live before going to Kansas? (p. 279) ALW • ...

Racism and Civil Rights - C.Mitchell 2018-05-21

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Union and labor leader - used nonviolent techniques to promote better working conditions for farm workers.
Elected in 1960 - youngest president ever elected - pushed for civil rights following the "Children's March" - assassinated in Dallas, TX.
of 1964 - college students traveled through the South trying
Nine students who integrated Central High in Little Rock, AR - state had to give in to federal law.
Rights Activist - preached separatism - assassinated in 1965 by the Nation of Islam.
by bus on to integrate interstate bus stations - fire-bombed in GA - later escorted by federal marshals.
.
Supreme Court Case - overturned Plessy v. Ferguson - integrated public schools - conditions of black schools hindered educational opportunities for black students - set them up to fail in life.
m Summer"
Indian Movement - brought public attention to the recognition of tribal rights, violation of government treaties and overall improvement of Indian life on reservations.
Southern Christian Leadership Conference - King's southern civil rights organization.

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Republican who ran against JFK in 1960 Election - he lost!
LBJ's War on Poverty Programs - Medicare, Medicaid, Elementary/Secondary School Acts, and Environmental Acts
register blacks to vote.
Segregation Laws - legally allowed to keep whites and black socially separated.
Banned segregation in all public places.
Leader of the Civil Rights Movement - emerged following the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Provided citizenship rights to African-Americans - equal in the "eyes of the law."
Supreme Court Case - established "separate but equal" - blacks and white may be separated socially as long as what is provided is equal in nature.
Peaceful demonstration asking for a result and refusing to move until goal is achieved.
In December of 1955, she refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery. Sparked the use of civil disobedience to ignite the Civil Rights Movement.
United diverse groups to push for civil rights in August 1963.
The refusal of the African-American community to ride public buses - held out fo - held out for 381 days peacefully and it resulted in the integration of public buses.
Civil Rights Activist - preached separatism - assassinated in 1965 by the Nation of Islam.
Wrote the "Feminine Mystique" - acknowledging the role of women outside of the domestic role.

Feminism 2025-02-04

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The right to make decisions about one's own life, often associated with reproductive rights.
The social and cultural roles, behaviors, and identities associated with being male or female.
Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice known for her work on gender equality.
Social movement against sexual harassment and assault, especially in the workplace.
activist for girls' education and youngest Nobel Prize laureate.
The termination of a pregnancy, often a subject of feminist debate over women’s reproductive rights.
The process of gaining confidence and control over one’s life, often used in the context of gender equality.
Economic system where the means of production are privately owned, often critiqued by feminists for its exploitation of women’s labor.
Agreement or permission, especially regarding sexual activity.
The state of being free, often connected to civil rights and women’s autonomy.
Pankhurst: British suffragette leader who campaigned for women's voting rights.
Choice (My Body): Feminist slogan advocating for reproductive rights and bodily autonomy.
A social system in which men hold primary power in roles of leadership.

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Work, particularly physical work or work associated with childbirth, often explored in feminist theory in relation to exploitation.
The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way, often discussed in gender dynamics.
Advocate for gender equality and women's rights.
Public demonstration expressing opposition to injustice or inequality.
A term referring to the interconnected nature of social categories like race, class, and gender.
A woman who fought for women's right to vote.
Positivity: Movement promoting acceptance of all body types and fighting against body shaming.
The adult female human beings, often at the center of feminist discourse.
Special rights or advantages granted to a group, often based on race, gender, or class.
(J Cooper) Scholar and feminist, known for her work on race and women’s rights in the 19th century.
A person's sexual orientation or preferences.
Unwanted and inappropriate behavior or comments, often of a sexual nature.
The right or condition of self-governance, often in the context of making personal choices, especially about one's body.
Wave: Feminist movement in the 1990s and beyond, focusing on diversity and individualism.
Hatred or prejudice against women.

29 Clues: Hatred or prejudice against women. • A woman who fought for women's right to vote. • A person's sexual orientation or preferences. • Advocate for gender equality and women's rights. • Agreement or permission, especially regarding sexual activity. • Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement. • ...

RIGHTS 2013-07-09

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All situations should be kept ___
People live in high rise ___
People live in the big ___ of Toronto
While at your ___ you should be kind to everyone
Everyone should have respect for your ___
Sometimes I ___ I am in a story
We live in the beautiful ___ of Canada

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All men and ___ have the right to vote
All women and ___ have the right to vote
No matter the ___, your entitled to your rights
Everyone uses their ___ rights
People use ___ to represent their product
You have the right to ___ at election time
You have ___ as an employee

14 Clues: You have ___ as an employee • People live in high rise ___ • Everyone uses their ___ rights • Sometimes I ___ I am in a story • All situations should be kept ___ • People live in the big ___ of Toronto • All men and ___ have the right to vote • We live in the beautiful ___ of Canada • All women and ___ have the right to vote • People use ___ to represent their product • ...

Civics EOC Reporting Category #1 Crossword Puzzle 2022-05-04

Civics EOC Reporting Category #1 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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a government in which a single ruler possesses and abuses absolute power
rights guaranteed or belonging to a person
basic rights of the people that may not be taken away
a concept that those who govern are bound by the laws; no one is above the law
the colonial journalist who wrote Common Sense in 1776
the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, establishing rights and protections for American citizens
to take
to end
the first constitution of the United States
a pamphlet published by Thomas Paine in 1776 to convince the American colonists to support becoming independent from England
to bring to an end
a concept that those who govern are bound by the laws; no one is above the law
law that deals with crimes and the punishments associated with those crimes
an agreement between individuals that created a government that would provide order and protect the rights of the colonists; written by a group of English Puritans in Massachusetts in 1620
the belief that individuals are born with basic rights that cannot be taken away by governments; life, liberty, and property
a principle of the federal government, according to the U.S. Constitution, that allows each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches

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a government document that expanded the powers of the English Parliament and expanded the rights of the people, as well as further limited the rights of the king; written by the English Parliament in 1689
the idea that it is unfair to tax someone without giving them a voice in government
the belief that individuals are born with basic rights that can't be taken away by government
a group of people in the early United States who favored the establishment of a strong national government and who worked for ratification of the U.S. Constitution
the introduction to the U.S. Constitution
a complaint
a group of people in the early United States who opposed ratification of the U.S. Constitution because they feared a strong national government and a lack of protection for individual rights
the structure of the federal government, according to the U.S. Constitution, that sets up three branches with their own distinct powers and responsibilities
popular or representative system where the people create and run their own government
law concerned with private relations between members of a community rather than criminal, military, or religious affairs
a written code of rules that guided the ancient society of Babylon; dates back to 1772 B.C.
a government document that limited the power of the king of England and protected the rights of the nobility; written by the English nobles in 1215
an implied agreement among the people of an organized society that defines the rights, duties, and limitations of the governed and the government
a government that has been limited in power by a constitution, or written agreement

30 Clues: to end • to take • a complaint • to bring to an end • the introduction to the U.S. Constitution • rights guaranteed or belonging to a person • the first constitution of the United States • basic rights of the people that may not be taken away • the colonial journalist who wrote Common Sense in 1776 • a government in which a single ruler possesses and abuses absolute power • ...

Vega$, baby!! 2019-01-05

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bill, prohibited
EPA program
site of gigantic poker win
SJD obsession
GLKHOD petty enforcement tool
she demands it be hit
bill, damnit!
before JGB there was Johnny ___

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ain't gonna play this machine
avoid at a party
Warebee
can make a tummy hurt
SJD max drink limit
former preferred steakhouse
Street of dreams?
no drinks before this

16 Clues: Warebee • EPA program • SJD obsession • bill, damnit! • avoid at a party • bill, prohibited • Street of dreams? • SJD max drink limit • can make a tummy hurt • she demands it be hit • no drinks before this • site of gigantic poker win • former preferred steakhouse • ain't gonna play this machine • GLKHOD petty enforcement tool • before JGB there was Johnny ___

HERSTORY / HISTORY 2023-03-27

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WORKED WITH YOUNG PEOPLE ON CIVIL RIGHTS
MATH SPECIALIST FOR SPACE TRAVEL
FREEDOM ACTIVIST / UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
PILOT
FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN CONGRESSWOMAN
ACTIVIST FOR CLIMATE CHANGE
MARINE BIOLOGIST
SUPREME COURT JUSTICE

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STUDIED CHIMPANZEES
STARTED BLOOD BANK
EQUAL RIGHTS ACTIVIST
ENGINEER AND ASTRONAUT
FOUGHT FOR GIRLS RIGHTS
ASTRONAUT
CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER
AUTHOR OF POETRY
INTEGRATED AN ALL WHITE SCHOOL

17 Clues: PILOT • ASTRONAUT • AUTHOR OF POETRY • MARINE BIOLOGIST • STARTED BLOOD BANK • STUDIED CHIMPANZEES • CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER • EQUAL RIGHTS ACTIVIST • SUPREME COURT JUSTICE • ENGINEER AND ASTRONAUT • FOUGHT FOR GIRLS RIGHTS • ACTIVIST FOR CLIMATE CHANGE • INTEGRATED AN ALL WHITE SCHOOL • MATH SPECIALIST FOR SPACE TRAVEL • FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN CONGRESSWOMAN • ...

Unit 12-13 Terms 2012-05-14

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Transfer transfer generally by sale, of all or major part of the goods of a business in one unit at a time
of an Undivided Interest selling a fractional interest in a single good or in a number of goods that are to remain together.
Seller seller who does not meet the definition of a merchant
collect on delivery
a collection of rights that allow the use and enjoyment of property
of Delivery to place the goods at the buyer’s disposal or to give notice to the buyer that the delivery can be received.
delivery of the agree upon price and the concurrent acceptance by the seller.
of Goods buyer takes physical possession or control of the goods
buyer in sales of goods and contracts to sell
items of tangible, movable, personal property
subject matter of the contract is placed within the possession or control of owner
shipping term meaning “free on board”

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Goods goods that are not both existing and identified.
of Sale receipt that services as written evidence of the transfer of ownership of goods
seller who deals regularly in a particular type of goods or who claims special knowledge in a certain type of sales transaction.
public sale to the highest bidder
to Sell transaction in which transfer of ownership is to take place in the future
Sale sale that, by agreement of the parties, calls for payment for the goods at a later date
Goods designated subject matter of a particular sales contract
exchange of goods for goods
“cost, insurance, freight” price
Goods physically existing goods owned by the seller
seller in sales of goods and contracts to sell
Faith Purchaser innocent third party to a fraudulent transfer of goods who gives value to the goods and acquires rights in them
consideration for a contract to sell or sale of goods.

25 Clues: collect on delivery • exchange of goods for goods • “cost, insurance, freight” price • public sale to the highest bidder • shipping term meaning “free on board” • buyer in sales of goods and contracts to sell • items of tangible, movable, personal property • seller in sales of goods and contracts to sell • Goods physically existing goods owned by the seller • ...

Reform 2022-04-04

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Worked to free the slaves
making changes
Helped slaves escaped
Got public education for everyone
where slaves would go so someone would buy them
was aginst slavery
the first meeting for womans rights

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was part of women's rights movement
where sussan b anthony lived as a teacher
help sussan and elizbeth get woman rights
did not want slavery
the right to vote
Worked with sussan b anthony for rights
Moved ill people out of jails
was part of the woman rights movement

15 Clues: making changes • the right to vote • was aginst slavery • did not want slavery • Helped slaves escaped • Worked to free the slaves • Moved ill people out of jails • Got public education for everyone • was part of women's rights movement • the first meeting for womans rights • was part of the woman rights movement • Worked with sussan b anthony for rights • ...

Bill Weasley 2021-11-28

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portrayed by
employer
sister in law
eldest child
werewolf attacker
wife

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creature/7 potters
youngest sibling
cottage
order of the
house elf grave
goblin guest
curse-breaker country
hogwarts title
younger sibling
middle name

16 Clues: wife • cottage • employer • middle name • order of the • portrayed by • goblin guest • eldest child • sister in law • hogwarts title • house elf grave • younger sibling • youngest sibling • werewolf attacker • creature/7 potters • curse-breaker country

Martin Luther King Jr 2023-05-04

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- First name of MLK's wife.
- Principle of peaceful resistance that was central to MLK's philosophy.
- Written by MLK while in jail in Birmingham, Alabama, it defended the use of nonviolent resistance in the fight for civil rights.
- Tragic event that ended MLK's life in 1968.
- Alabama city where a voting rights march led by MLK was met with violent opposition.
- MLK's last name.
- Economic tactic used by the civil rights movement to put pressure on businesses and institutions that practiced segregation.
- Tennessee city where MLK was assassinated.
- Method of peaceful protest that MLK frequently employed.

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- Right that MLK and others fought to ensure for African Americans.
- The goal of ending segregation in all areas of life.
- MLK's religious denomination.
- The main issue Martin Luther King Jr. fought for.
- The systemic and institutionalized discrimination against people of color that MLK fought to end.
- Prestigious prize that MLK won for his work as a civil rights leader.
- Alabama city where MLK was arrested during a nonviolent protest campaign.
- Alabama city where the Montgomery Bus Boycott took place.
- Acronym for the organization co-founded by MLK to advance the civil rights movement.
- The form of transportation where Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

19 Clues: - MLK's last name. • - First name of MLK's wife. • - MLK's religious denomination. • - Tennessee city where MLK was assassinated. • - Tragic event that ended MLK's life in 1968. • - The main issue Martin Luther King Jr. fought for. • - The goal of ending segregation in all areas of life. • - Method of peaceful protest that MLK frequently employed. • ...

Ssteele CRM Crossword 2022-11-29

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the leader of the civil rights movement, and later assassinated.
Harsh segregationist famous for using his punishments against rioters (First and Last)
This represented black oppression and laws enforced racial segregation (first and last no laws in the name)
Indian civil rights that the peaceful protests were based off of in the USA (Last Name)
A form of protest in the civil rights act where people would sit in and refuse to move until they were served or guranteed service.
Festival held in california that many supporters of Civil rights and hippies were apart of. (City name)
The supreme courts first black justice (first name)

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This march held many supporters of the civil rights act from Selmer to montgomery. (How long the march was)
President that was assassinated that was about to sign the civil rights act. (initials)
who refused to give up her seat on the bus in 1954?
First 9 African Americans to enter Little rock central highschool
Black muslim minister that supported the civil rights movement and would often hold speeches. (First name commonly known initial)
After Rosa parks got arrested for not giving up her seat many people did this to gain rights.
Republican president elected in 1968 that was very supportive of the civil rights movement(last name)
Former vice president that became the president after the Presidents assassination that signed the Civil rights act (initials)

15 Clues: who refused to give up her seat on the bus in 1954? • The supreme courts first black justice (first name) • the leader of the civil rights movement, and later assassinated. • First 9 African Americans to enter Little rock central highschool • Harsh segregationist famous for using his punishments against rioters (First and Last) • ...

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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to abolish or annul
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
spreading ideas widely
Section 33 of the Charter
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
to take away or detract
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
the right to vote
to put into effect
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom

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prevail over
Section 1 of the Charter
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
to improve
singed by King John in 1215
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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to take away or detract
the right to vote
to abolish or annul
to bring home the Constitution
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 1 of the Charter
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
prevail over

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Section 33 of the Charter
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
singed by King John in 1215
spreading ideas widely
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
to improve
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
to put into effect
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
to improve
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
to bring home the Constitution
Section 1 of the Charter
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
the right to vote
singed by King John in 1215
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"

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Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
prevail over
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
to abolish or annul
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 33 of the Charter
to take away or detract
spreading ideas widely
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
to put into effect

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
to put into effect
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
the right to vote
Section 1 of the Charter
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
to bring home the Constitution
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
to take away or detract
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom

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moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 33 of the Charter
spreading ideas widely
to abolish or annul
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
to improve
singed by King John in 1215
prevail over
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter

Server Crossword 2013-02-11

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lemon
beverage
silverware
boosterseat
shift
welldone
blackcoffee
entree
reservation
cocktail
straw
chef

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condiment
complaint
bartender
napkins
vegetarian
allergy
specialty
menu
appetizer
splitthebill
host
dessert
bill
liquor
cashier

27 Clues: menu • host • bill • chef • lemon • shift • straw • liquor • entree • napkins • allergy • dessert • cashier • beverage • welldone • cocktail • condiment • complaint • bartender • specialty • appetizer • vegetarian • silverware • boosterseat • blackcoffee • reservation • splitthebill

Key Terms: Legislative Branch 2022-02-16

Key Terms: Legislative Branch crossword puzzle

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committee not acting on a bill, in turn killing it
elected heads from both parties in the Senate; are assistant leaders who round out votes and keep track of voting
where congressional districts are redrawn and seats become redistributed for states in the house of representatives
meeting where local members can show support/preference of the candidates
group that pools contributions towards a candidate during elections
halting the debate and voting
government spending towards localized projects for a representative’s district
seeking to influence a political issue
aka supply/spending bill, authorizes government the ability to spend money

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change/amendment attachment to a bill that has no relation to its subject
written command telling a person to attend court
the majority party in a legislative body
political method where one or more members in a legislative body lengthen debate on certain proposed legislations in order to delay the decision
act of disobedience in court towards government, specifically towards the judicial branch
expression of opinion in house or senate to settle procedural matters in either body
condemnation, or to call certain actions wrong, because they differ from standards
indirect veto of a bill/law by not taking any action or signing it
exchanging favors, voting for something in return for another thing
currently in office and having a certain duty or job to do
the manipulation of certain boundaries (in an election standpoint) and rules to favor one party/group

20 Clues: halting the debate and voting • seeking to influence a political issue • the majority party in a legislative body • written command telling a person to attend court • committee not acting on a bill, in turn killing it • currently in office and having a certain duty or job to do • indirect veto of a bill/law by not taking any action or signing it • ...

Bill Gates 2025-04-21

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Business founded by Bill Gates
Bill Gates was born in this city
Place Bill Gates got married
Bill Gates age when he became a billionaire

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First program created by thirteen year old Bill Gates
Bill Gates favorite hobby
Name of Bill Gates oldest daughter
Number of homes owned by Bill Gates

8 Clues: Bill Gates favorite hobby • Place Bill Gates got married • Business founded by Bill Gates • Bill Gates was born in this city • Name of Bill Gates oldest daughter • Number of homes owned by Bill Gates • Bill Gates age when he became a billionaire • First program created by thirteen year old Bill Gates

Civics/Armed Forces/Gettysburg/Civil War 2024-05-20

Civics/Armed Forces/Gettysburg/Civil War crossword puzzle

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lead Confederate general
the few the proud the . . .
place where South surrendered
North's army
December 7, 1941
part of the legislative branch
branch that protects our nation
more than fifty percent
makes laws
idea that might become a law
large weapons used in the Civil War
month of battle of Gettysburg
motto is Not for self, but for country

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initials of president on 12/7/41
president during the Civil War
South's army
number of Senators
enforces laws
state where Gettysburg is located
motto is This we'll defend
interprets laws
president denies a bill

22 Clues: makes laws • South's army • North's army • enforces laws • interprets laws • December 7, 1941 • number of Senators • more than fifty percent • president denies a bill • lead Confederate general • motto is This we'll defend • the few the proud the . . . • idea that might become a law • place where South surrendered • month of battle of Gettysburg • president during the Civil War • ...

Reconcile 2021-09-17

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British North America Act.
The huge charter territory which became the North West Territories.
Premier of Saskatchewan.
Inherent Rights.
Rights between the First Nations,Crown or Government.
National Chief.
Principles of good relations.
Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations Chief.

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Canada's Aboriginal Action Plan.
Robinson Treaties of 1850.
First treaty between the First Nations and the Crown.
Also known as the Lake Winnipeg Treaty.
Living together on the land in harmony.
Minister of Indian Affairs.
Lieutenant Governor.
Instruments used by the Crown.

16 Clues: National Chief. • Inherent Rights. • Lieutenant Governor. • Premier of Saskatchewan. • British North America Act. • Robinson Treaties of 1850. • Minister of Indian Affairs. • Principles of good relations. • Instruments used by the Crown. • Canada's Aboriginal Action Plan. • Also known as the Lake Winnipeg Treaty. • Living together on the land in harmony. • ...

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
spreading ideas widely
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
to put into effect
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
Section 33 of the Charter
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
to improve
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
to abolish or annul
the right to vote

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Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
singed by King John in 1215
prevail over
Section 1 of the Charter
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
to take away or detract
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
to take away or detract
prevail over
Section 1 of the Charter
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
spreading ideas widely
to abolish or annul
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
to put into effect
singed by King John in 1215
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights

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Section 33 of the Charter
the right to vote
the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
to improve
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
to bring home the Constitution
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights

Law 12 Chapter 4 Crossword 2016-04-20

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the ability to conduct one's affairs without being hampered
Section 6 of the Charter outlines these rights
Section 33 of the Charter
Prime Minister of Canada who wanted to patriate the Constitution and entrench the Charter
singed by King John in 1215
The Supreme Court of Canada is also known as the "_______ of the Constitution"
A crime punishable by death in some jurisdictions
Section 16-23 of the Charter outlines these rights
guaranteed entitlements that can't be transferred
to abolish or annul
to take away or detract
Section 2 of the Charter outlines these freedoms
to improve

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spreading ideas widely
prevail over
surrendering an accused person to another jurisdiction to stand trial
to include or incorporate one thing into another or to protect and guarantee a right or freedom
Section 3-5 of the Charter outlines these rights
gave the British parliament supremacy over the monarchy
to put into effect
Section 1 of the Charter
to bring home the Constitution
the right to vote
Section 15 of the Charter outlines these rights
Sections 7-14 of the Charter outlines these rights
moral, legal or social entitlements given to people

Women's Liberation Icons of 70s 2024-05-30

Women's Liberation Icons of 70s crossword puzzle

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- Lorde, Caribbean-American writer and feminist
- Schlafly, conservative activist
- Atwood, feminist author
- Veil, French lawyer and politician
- Rich, poet and feminist
- Faludi, feminist author
- Abzug, women's rights activist
- Maathai, environmentalist and activist
- Bunch, women's rights activist
- Friedan, author of "The Feminine Mystique"
- Greer, Australian feminist
- Feminist Steinem

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- Mankiller, Cherokee leader and activist
- Walker, author of "The Color Purple"
- Pankhurst, suffragette and feminist
- Lorde, poet and feminist
- Chisholm, first African American congresswoman
- Kristeva, French feminist philosopher
- Kennedy, women's rights lawyer
- Morgan, feminist author and activist
- Huerta, labor leader and activist
- Jordan, U.S. congresswoman and civil rights activist
- de Beauvoir, French existentialist and feminist
- Davis, activist and scholar
- Millett, feminist author

25 Clues: - Feminist Steinem • - Atwood, feminist author • - Rich, poet and feminist • - Faludi, feminist author • - Lorde, poet and feminist • - Millett, feminist author • - Greer, Australian feminist • - Davis, activist and scholar • - Kennedy, women's rights lawyer • - Abzug, women's rights activist • - Bunch, women's rights activist • - Schlafly, conservative activist • ...

State government 2025-12-03

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Group of appointed members who oversee government
4o members that serve for the state virginia
Number of courts in Virginia
Elected person who heads executive power
number of chambers in legislative branch
Branch that makes laws through drafting, debating, and passing bill
Branch composed of four levels of court
the governor may sign them into law or veto them

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A legislative body that makes state laws
Highest court in the state
length of term for governor
small claims court
a power the governor used to prevent a bill from becoming a law
branch headed by the governor
the building where the legislature meets for sessions

15 Clues: small claims court • Highest court in the state • length of term for governor • Number of courts in Virginia • branch headed by the governor • Branch composed of four levels of court • A legislative body that makes state laws • Elected person who heads executive power • number of chambers in legislative branch • 4o members that serve for the state virginia • ...

chapter 7 crossword puzzle 2021-10-13

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carries out laws and nominates supreme court justices
consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate
war commander in the Revolution; would then go on to be the 1st President of the United States
a plan for a new central government that restricted the Congress of having too much power
former Continental Army captain who forced courts in the western part of the state to close
consists of the Supreme Court and interprets all laws

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had a bill of rights for the settlers in the territory that guaranteed freedom of religion and trial by jury
someone who supported the new constitution
the freeing of individual enslaved persons
wrote Common Sense which triggered the Revolution

10 Clues: someone who supported the new constitution • the freeing of individual enslaved persons • wrote Common Sense which triggered the Revolution • carries out laws and nominates supreme court justices • consists of the Supreme Court and interprets all laws • consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate • ...

Black History Month 2022-02-09

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an American activist in the civil rights movement best known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott.
American politician, educator, and author.
American physician, nurse and author.
the first African-American to receive a Ph.D. in economics in the United States.
an American abolitionist and women's rights activist.
civil rights and human rights activist.
American pioneer of the 1950s civil rights movement and retired nurse aide.

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American author who was the first African-American author of a published book of poetry.
an American educator, philanthropist, humanitarian, womanist, and civil rights activist.
an African-American abolitionist and wealthy businessman in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
the first African-American woman to graduate from Yale Law School, earning her J.D. in 1931.
American professional cyclist.
one of the foremost Black intellectuals of his era.
African American civil rights and women's rights activist, and book writer.

14 Clues: American professional cyclist. • American physician, nurse and author. • civil rights and human rights activist. • American politician, educator, and author. • one of the foremost Black intellectuals of his era. • an American abolitionist and women's rights activist. • African American civil rights and women's rights activist, and book writer. • ...

Unit 6 Crossword Puzzle 2024-01-31

Unit 6 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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official name for the spanish navy
William and Mary were forced to sign this before taking the English throne
legal principle in the English Bill of Rights which prevents wrongful imprisonment or torture
Limited monarchy restricts the monarch's powers through a constitution or laws.
term for time period when Oliver Cromwell ruled England
when a single ruler has complete and unchecked control over the government without constitutional limitations.

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nickname for the group of Puritans who were led by Oliver Cromwell
Louis XIV's Barque palace located just outside Paris
supporter of Charles I
term for absolute monarch as god's representative on Earth
term for decoration used in palaces
English monarch who was executed in 1649 as a result of the English Civil War
different entities have roughly the same strength and influence

13 Clues: supporter of Charles I • official name for the spanish navy • term for decoration used in palaces • Louis XIV's Barque palace located just outside Paris • term for time period when Oliver Cromwell ruled England • term for absolute monarch as god's representative on Earth • different entities have roughly the same strength and influence • ...

Congress: The Legislative Branch 2019-01-07

Congress: The Legislative Branch crossword puzzle

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caucus, a meeting of all the House members from a particular party held to elect party officers
petition, a measure taken in the House of Representatives to force a bill out of committee
the minimum number of members needed to legally conduct business
and proper clause, article 1, section 8, clause 18, of the constitution, which gives the national legislature the power to make all laws that are necessary and proper to the powers granted by the consitution
the tactic used when opponents of a measure seek to prevent it coming up for a vote in the Senate by refusing to stop talking in hopes of stalling action long enough that the rest of the Senate will be forced to move on to other business
an addition to a bill that often has little relationship to the bills main topic; the goal at a rider may be to add an unpopular provision to a bill that is likely to be passed so that the addition may ride along with the bill that is passed or a rider may be designed to kill a bird by attaching an unpopular provision to that bill
a condition in which government revenues are lower than expenses
the tradition in the Senate in which the chair of a committee in given to the most senior majority senator on the comittee
the drawing of district boundaries for political advantage
the representatives of each party whose duty is to encourage fellow party members to vote as the party leadership wants
committees, temporary committees in the House of Representatives formed to carry out specific tasks that are not already covered by existing committees
the distribution of seats in the House of Representatives among the states
of the Whole, a measure taken in the House in which all representatives become members of a single committee, allowing the House to function when many members are absent
the people of a particular geographic area who are represented by a lawmaking body
a legal document that orders a person to appear in court to serve as a witness or to provide the court with certain documents
committee, a joint committee formed from both houses to resolve differences between the House and Senate versions of a bill

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tax, a tax an individual pays directly to the government
a congressional act or bill that sets aside funds for a specific purpose
the power of Congress to check upon the executive branch and to make sure it is following the laws Congress has passed.
Majority Leader, the person elected by the majority party who serves as the spokesperson and main strategist for the majority party in the Senate
the vote to end debate of a bill in the senate
proposed laws
committees, special committees formed from members of the House of Representatives and the Senate to address broad issues that affect both chambers
Clause, Article I Section 8 Clause 3 of the Constitution which outlines the commerce power granted to Congress
the redistribution of seats in the House of Representatives among the states based on the results of the census
post facto law, laws that criminalizes an action that took place in the past and that was legal at that time
leader, the representatives of each party elected to help manage the actions and strategy of their party in the House of Representatives
the process of charging officials in the executive and judicial branches with wrongdoing and bringing them to trial
of habeas corpus, a court order that forces the police to present a person in court to face charges
committees, permanent committees responsible for legislation in particular policy areas
veto, a means by which the president can reject a bill, when Congress is not in session, by not signing it
Pro Tempore, the official who presides over the Senate in the vice president's absence
resolutions, measures in which both houses of Congress address matters that affect the operations of both chambers
test, a test levied on one person but passed on to another for payment to the government
of the house, The presiding officer of the House of Representatives
of attainder, a law that punishes a person accused of a crime without a trial

36 Clues: proposed laws • the vote to end debate of a bill in the senate • tax, a tax an individual pays directly to the government • the drawing of district boundaries for political advantage • the minimum number of members needed to legally conduct business • a condition in which government revenues are lower than expenses • ...

Topic 4 Lesson 6 2017-10-25

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Chief executive's power to reject a bill passed by a legislature
Unpopular provision added to an important bill certain to pass so it will "ride" through the legislative process
A stalling tactic in which senators monopolize the senate floor with talk and other delays so a bill cannot be brought to a vote
Enables members to force a bill that has remained in committee 30 days (7 for the rules committee) onto the floor for consideration
Fewest number of members who must be present for a legislative body to conduct business; majority
A bill printed in its real form
A procedure to limit or end floor debate, especially during a filibuster

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A proposal for action that has the force of law when passed; usually deals with special circumstances or temporary matters
A measure relating to the business of either house of congress or expressing an opinion; does not have the force of law and does not require the president's signature
A type of veto a chief executive may use after a legislature has adjourned when the chief executive does not sign or reject a bill within the time allowed to do so
A statement of position on an issue used by the house and senate acting jointly; does not have the force of law and does not require the President's signature
Proposed laws presented to a legislative body for consideration

12 Clues: A bill printed in its real form • Proposed laws presented to a legislative body for consideration • Chief executive's power to reject a bill passed by a legislature • A procedure to limit or end floor debate, especially during a filibuster • Fewest number of members who must be present for a legislative body to conduct business; majority • ...

Cultural and historical features of the USA 28.11.25 2025-11-27

Cultural and historical features of the USA 28.11.25 crossword puzzle

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The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants.
Early settlers who arrived on the Mayflower seeking religious freedom.
ofRights The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing individual rights.
The condition of a nation or individual being self-governing.
The fundamental laws and principles that govern a nation.
The district in Los Angeles famous as the center of the American film industry.
Famous monument with carved images of four U.S. presidents.
Celebrated on July 4th, marking the USA's declaration of independence.

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A forcible overthrow of a government or social order, like the American Revolution.
The national bird of the USA, symbol of freedom and strength.
The state of being free from oppression or restrictions.
A conflict between different groups within the same country, notably 1861-1865 in the USA.
A national holiday celebrating gratitude and harvest, originating in early colonial times.
An iconic symbol of American independence, located in Philadelphia.
A uniquely American music genre that originated in the early 20th century.

15 Clues: The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants. • The state of being free from oppression or restrictions. • The fundamental laws and principles that govern a nation. • Famous monument with carved images of four U.S. presidents. • The national bird of the USA, symbol of freedom and strength. • The condition of a nation or individual being self-governing. • ...

1960s activists 2023-09-01

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- Counterculture enthusiast
- X in the civil rights movement
- Farm workers' advocate
- Psychedelic advocate
- Beatles icon
- Anti-war actress
- Folk protest singer
- Social reformer
- Social critic and author
- Civil rights strategist
- Beat Generation poet
- Folk singer and activist
- Environmental activist
- Civil rights martyr
- Civil rights leader

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- Beat Generation author
- Boxing and civil rights champ
- Cuban revolutionary
- Anti-apartheid leader
- Black Panther co-founder
- Civil rights minister
- Anti-lynching journalist
- Yippie co-founder
- Black Panther activist
- Voting rights activist
- Black power advocate
- Folk singer and activist
- Bus protest heroine
- Feminist trailblazer
- Birth control pioneer

30 Clues: - Beatles icon • - Social reformer • - Anti-war actress • - Yippie co-founder • - Cuban revolutionary • - Folk protest singer • - Bus protest heroine • - Civil rights martyr • - Civil rights leader • - Psychedelic advocate • - Black power advocate • - Beat Generation poet • - Feminist trailblazer • - Anti-apartheid leader • - Civil rights minister • - Birth control pioneer • ...

Civil Rights Vocabulary. 2016-03-10

Civil Rights Vocabulary. crossword puzzle

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Parks / Black seamstress
/ Form of protest
Bus Boycott / Mass protest by African Americans
facto segregation / Racial segregation
X / African American political leader
Amendment / Constitution of prohibiting
Panthers / Fighting for black rights

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v. Board of Education / Color separation in public schools
Luther King, Jr. / American civil rights activist
Rights Act / Voting for African Americans
v. Ferguson / Supreme court case
of Islam / Organization by African Americans
Summer / volunteer campaign
on Washington / March for jobs and freedom
Rights Act of 1964 / outlawed discrimination
/ Student meeting

16 Clues: / Form of protest • / Student meeting • Parks / Black seamstress • Summer / volunteer campaign • v. Ferguson / Supreme court case • Panthers / Fighting for black rights • X / African American political leader • facto segregation / Racial segregation • Amendment / Constitution of prohibiting • Rights Act / Voting for African Americans • ...

8th Grade Civics Chapter Two Vocabulary 2024-09-13

8th Grade Civics Chapter Two Vocabulary crossword puzzle

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A person who opposed the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, fearing that a strong central government would threaten individual liberties and states' rights. Antifederalists advocated for a Bill of Rights to protect personal freedoms.
An agreement between two or more parties in which each side makes concessions to reach a mutually acceptable solution. In politics, compromises are often necessary to pass legislation or resolve conflicts.
Rights Basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled, such as the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. These rights are considered universal and inalienable.
A form of democracy where the people directly participate in decision-making and lawmaking, rather than electing representatives to do so. Examples include referendums or popular votes.
The official approval or confirmation of a treaty, agreement, or constitution by the appropriate governing body. For example, the U.S. Constitution was ratified by the states.
A set of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or organization is governed. It outlines the structure of government and the rights and responsibilities of its citizens.
A ruler, usually a king or queen, who holds power by hereditary right. Monarchies can be absolute, where the monarch has nearly complete control, or constitutional, where the monarch's powers are limited by a constitution or laws.

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A form of democracy where citizens elect representatives to make decisions and pass laws on their behalf. Most modern democracies, such as the United States, are representative democracies.
A union of sovereign states, where the central authority is limited, and the individual states retain most of their powers. Confederations typically have a loose, decentralized structure.
A political system where the head of state is not a monarch, and officials are elected by citizens. In a republic, the people or their representatives hold the ultimate authority, and laws apply equally to all.
A legislative body, often found in parliamentary systems, that makes laws, represents the electorate, and oversees the government. In some countries, it has two houses (e.g., the House of Commons and the House of Lords in the UK).
A person who supported the ratification of the U.S. Constitution and favored a strong central government. Federalists believed in a balance between national and state powers but emphasized the need for a robust national government.
The authority of a state to govern itself without interference from outside powers. It refers to the supreme power or authority over a territory and its people.
A system of government where the power lies with the people, who can vote to make decisions or elect representatives. It emphasizes the participation of citizens in decision-making processes.
A system of government where power is divided between a central (national) government and regional (state or provincial) governments. Each level of government has its own responsibilities and powers.
A ruler who has absolute power and authority over a country, often obtained and maintained by force. Dictators typically rule without the consent of the governed and may suppress opposition.

16 Clues: The authority of a state to govern itself without interference from outside powers. It refers to the supreme power or authority over a territory and its people. • The official approval or confirmation of a treaty, agreement, or constitution by the appropriate governing body. For example, the U.S. Constitution was ratified by the states. • ...

Words 2022-10-06

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Feminist who spoke for women's suffrage and equal rights in the United States.
Amendment that made income tax.
People have the right to directly elect the senators in their state.
Act that halted sale of contaminated food and medicine as well as false advertisement. (FDA enforced)

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What is the food and drug administration?
Woman activist who spoke out on peace in the late 19th and early 20th century.
This act made it illegal to offer rebates to companies.
Vote on an initiative.
Bill originated by the people.
Created strict cleanliness rules for the meat industry. (USDA enforced)
The power to remove elected officials before their term expires.

11 Clues: Vote on an initiative. • Bill originated by the people. • Amendment that made income tax. • What is the food and drug administration? • This act made it illegal to offer rebates to companies. • The power to remove elected officials before their term expires. • People have the right to directly elect the senators in their state. • ...

The Consitution 2019-10-14

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The branch of government that carries out, or executes the laws
The lawmaking branch of the government
An organization that actively promotes the view of some part of the public on specific issues in order to influence government policy
The branch of government, consisting of the Supreme Court
a basic principle of democracy that says laws are passed by majority vote and elections are decided by a majority of the voters
The consttutional system that shares power between the national and state governments

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The system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other two branches
Article of the Constitution that
Person who wanted the Constitution to be ratified
The power of the SUpreme Court to decide whether laws are constitutional or not
Rules set by the Bill of Rights
The introduction to the Constitution

12 Clues: Rules set by the Bill of Rights • Article of the Constitution that • The introduction to the Constitution • The lawmaking branch of the government • Person who wanted the Constitution to be ratified • The branch of government, consisting of the Supreme Court • The branch of government that carries out, or executes the laws • ...

c 2025-01-26

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City famous for its voting rights marches.
Unity or agreement among people.
Effort to improve or change laws or systems.
Continuing in the face of challenges.
Discrimination based on race.
First name of the woman who refused to give up her bus seat.
City known for its bus boycott.
Last name of the Underground Railroad conductor.

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System where people are treated as property.
Coming together for a common cause.
Collective effort for social change.
Last name of the leader of the Civil Rights Movement.
Prolonged cruel treatment or control.
Feeling of dignity and self-respect.
What is left behind for future generations.
The act of gaining freedom.
First name of the civil rights leader known for his powerful speeches.
Public demonstration against injustice.
Organized walk for a cause.
Organization fighting for civil rights.

20 Clues: The act of gaining freedom. • Organized walk for a cause. • Discrimination based on race. • City known for its bus boycott. • Unity or agreement among people. • Coming together for a common cause. • Collective effort for social change. • Feeling of dignity and self-respect. • Prolonged cruel treatment or control. • Continuing in the face of challenges. • ...

1960's 2013-01-24

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Muslim minister and human rights activist
ColdWarEra
invasion that went wrong
35th president
Wife of JFk/ First lady
Assassin of JFK
clostest we came to nuclear war
helping people who are poor

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American actress, model, and singer,
Son of JFK
Civil Rights Activist
Popular entertainer "Jail House Rock"
Assassinated the Assassin
music festivl
brother of JFK
Vice pres. of JFK
Rights read to you before interegation.
daughter of JFK
Place that JFK died in
Help improves young peoples life
American film actor
LeaderOfCuba

22 Clues: Son of JFK • ColdWarEra • LeaderOfCuba • music festivl • brother of JFK • 35th president • daughter of JFK • Assassin of JFK • Vice pres. of JFK • American film actor • Civil Rights Activist • Place that JFK died in • Wife of JFk/ First lady • invasion that went wrong • Assassinated the Assassin • helping people who are poor • clostest we came to nuclear war • Help improves young peoples life • ...

BRITISH X AMERICAN ENGLISH 2018-05-30

BRITISH X AMERICAN ENGLISH crossword puzzle

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round trip
garbage
zucchini
elevator
subway
pants
faucet
sidewalk
bathroom
French fries
gas

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one-way trip
line
panties
eggplant
call
eraser
vacation
apartment
check-out
antenna
flashlight
bill
truck
check

25 Clues: gas • line • call • bill • pants • truck • check • eraser • subway • faucet • panties • garbage • antenna • eggplant • vacation • zucchini • elevator • sidewalk • bathroom • apartment • check-out • round trip • flashlight • one-way trip • French fries

Human Rights 2020-04-28

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A party or country that has signed an agreement
The action of signing or giving formal consent
Right to work is an example of an ___ right
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of ___ Discrimination (1966)
A declaration made by a state that it will not apply certain provisions of a treaty
Right to a fair trial is an example of a ___ right
Not capable of being taken away or denied
When a state becomes a party to a treaty already signed by other states
Applies to everyone in the world
Rights which exist and are protected by the legal system
Also known as a country

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Agreements between two or more nation states
Unable to be divided or separated
Convention on the Rights of the ___ (1990)
Right to privacy is an example of a ___ right
A convention may also be called this
Rules, principles and practices that govern relationships between nations
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against ___ (1976)
Established in 1945
International Convenant on Economic, Social and ___ Rights (1966)
Rights that apply to groups of individuals
An agreement involving three or more parties
Rights which may or may not be protected by the legal system
International Convenant on ___ and Political Rights (1966)
Established the principle that all people are subject to the law
Convention Relating to the ___ of Refugees (1951)

26 Clues: Established in 1945 • Also known as a country • Applies to everyone in the world • Unable to be divided or separated • A convention may also be called this • Not capable of being taken away or denied • Convention on the Rights of the ___ (1990) • Rights that apply to groups of individuals • Right to work is an example of an ___ right • ...

Review Part 2: The U.S. Constitution 2024-12-05

Review Part 2: The U.S. Constitution crossword puzzle

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"We the people, in order to form a more perfect _______."
This is the first word of the U.S. Constitution.
This is the introduction to the constitution.
You do not have to testify against yourself, which is called _______ incrimination.
The right to bear arms is also the right to own ______.
Amendment 8 protects Americans against cruel and unusual ___________.
Amendment 4 states that to search a home you need a _________.
Double __________ is trying someone twice for the same crime.
This is the right to vote.

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How many amendments were there in the Bill of Rights?
Due _______ is another name for a court trial.
A _______ trial is allowed in civil cases in Amendment 7.
Making sure people have what they need is called the general _______.
A change to the constitution is called this.
Your freedom of speech is limited if your words create a clear and present _________.
Amendment 1 promises freedom of press, petition, assembly, religion and this.
There are no quartering of _________ according to Amendment 3.
Women, former slaves and 18 years olds got the right to ________ in the amendments to the constitution.

18 Clues: This is the right to vote. • A change to the constitution is called this. • This is the introduction to the constitution. • Due _______ is another name for a court trial. • This is the first word of the U.S. Constitution. • How many amendments were there in the Bill of Rights? • The right to bear arms is also the right to own ______. • ...

Toon Puzzle 2021-05-06

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events staged specifically for media attention
Congress can not establish an official religion of the United States
A proposed law drafted in precise legal language
listed in constitution
the group of electors that choose the president
money given with no specific purpose
People that help the leaders of the house count votes and establish support
Candidates already holding office
not listed in constitution but able to be carried out
groups that eventually arose to make political parties
People believing their vote actually matters
when regulations in one area are enforced by giving a grant to another area

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Rights inherent in human beings
central government giving powers back to state gov or local gov
A strategy unique to the Senate whereby opponents of a piece of legislation try to talk it to death
Open meeting to express preference for a candidate
No evidence can be used that was obtained illegally
balanced gov between states and federal gov
reward system used by party machines
Plan at the constitutional convention to apportion delegates to states according to population
group of individuals with a similar stance on an issue

21 Clues: listed in constitution • Rights inherent in human beings • Candidates already holding office • reward system used by party machines • money given with no specific purpose • balanced gov between states and federal gov • People believing their vote actually matters • events staged specifically for media attention • the group of electors that choose the president • ...

Missouri Constitution 2024-03-01

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this is when the current missouri constitution was adopted
the cutoff age for free public education
(elected to four year term - may not serve more than two terms)
has veto power
people vote on existing laws
Amendments are ratified by the voters
chief financial officer
the highest state court
election held in November of even number of years
the missouri law requires the budget to be what each year?
Judges in Missouri are chosen through?
elections held as needed
are elected from districts
monitors state spending

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Ombudsman - investigates complaints by citizens against government
bill of rights have this many sections
since what year have the term limits were put into place determining the length of time one can serve
initiative
only one who has the power to tax in the state
chief legal officer
chief election officer - prepares ballots and certifies elections
The maximum in either house is
elections held in April each year
election held in august of even numbered years
voters summit proposed law to the people
how many constitutions do missouri have?
how many elected officers of the executive branch are there?

27 Clues: initiative • has veto power • chief legal officer • chief financial officer • the highest state court • monitors state spending • elections held as needed • are elected from districts • people vote on existing laws • The maximum in either house is • elections held in April each year • Amendments are ratified by the voters • bill of rights have this many sections • ...

Chapter 2 / Emma McConnell 2022-09-29

Chapter 2 / Emma McConnell crossword puzzle

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Cady Stanton- Organized the Seneca Falls Convention in New York
system- Effort to strengthen democracy
Great Awakening- The resulting movement
Purchase- The united states grown size and gained control
of Tears- The Cherokee died by starvation,disease waited for march to begin
legally resist the tariff
Congress held a closed meeting
review- The power to make laws are constitutional to strike down
Territory- Napoleon Bonaparte offered to sell
South Carolina withdraw from the union
Jacksons created a political party
powers- Powers not listed in the constitution but for government to do its job
union- Group of workers who want better working conditions

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Modernization to use alcohol
Freeing enslaved people
of Columbia- The nation's capital would be moved
Compromise- To band slavery rest of louisna territory
The individuals who would favor less government
powers- Creating a bank was not one of the federals government
v. Maryland- Maryland's attempt to tax on Baltimore
People with different cultures and languages produced feelings
Revolution- Revolution began in industry and business
Doctrine- American continents shouldn't be viewed as open colonization
Whitney- Replaced parts or standard components
of rights- The first ten amendments to the constitution

25 Clues: Freeing enslaved people • legally resist the tariff • Modernization to use alcohol • Congress held a closed meeting • Jacksons created a political party • system- Effort to strengthen democracy • South Carolina withdraw from the union • Great Awakening- The resulting movement • Territory- Napoleon Bonaparte offered to sell • Whitney- Replaced parts or standard components • ...

legal terms - general 2022-05-05

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speech that endangers the nation or state is limited
the power to seize private property for public use
the right to have a vote in election
tax rates (% paid) are based on levels of income
government cannot impose religious beliefs
citizen’s religious practices are allowed
circumstances where searches can occur without a warrant
trying to destroy someone’s reputation via print
the process of being accused of a crime
can’t be required to give personal evidence of guilt
specific groups that cannot be discriminated against
actions that are seen as equal to speech
access to licensed, legal assistance
eminent domain seizures must include payments
cannot deny basic Bill of Rights protections
what kinds of evidence cannot be used in court
spoken words, and the protections that follow

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state authority that covers all items not in the Constitution
trying to destroy someone’s reputation via speech
government stops the press before they can publish
errors in warrants can occur
being tried over and over again for the same thing
intent to disrupt or threaten or harm or cause harm
the many ways courts do not act randomly

24 Clues: errors in warrants can occur • the right to have a vote in election • access to licensed, legal assistance • the process of being accused of a crime • actions that are seen as equal to speech • the many ways courts do not act randomly • citizen’s religious practices are allowed • government cannot impose religious beliefs • cannot deny basic Bill of Rights protections • ...

Selma to montgomery 2025-04-14

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abrivation of the president at the time
the people who stopped protesters from crossing the bridge
city in alabama where the protest marches started
orignial civil right activist organization
the weapon the police used to beat protesters
the day the first protest took place
Nickname of segregation laws
director sncc
the person who was shot during protesting
orginaziton that tried to register african americans to vote
the month that the protest march was in
The successful march that happened on Tuesday

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requirment for african americans to vote
the county that selma is in
the church that they started at for the protest march
the chairman of sncc
dallas country sheriff
name of the bridge they had marched across
Govenor pf alabama
the bill that allowed equal voting rights for african americans
the same of the first march that fail, happened on sunday
the chemical used to back down protesters
the city that was the final destination
the white supremacist group
the leader of the last march
what african americans wanted to be able to do
the organization who organized the marches

27 Clues: director sncc • Govenor pf alabama • the chairman of sncc • dallas country sheriff • the county that selma is in • the white supremacist group • Nickname of segregation laws • the leader of the last march • the day the first protest took place • abrivation of the president at the time • the city that was the final destination • the month that the protest march was in • ...

Civil Liberties 2018-06-19

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Restraint Restraining an activity before it has actually occurred. When expression is involved, this means censorship.
Clause The part of the First Amendment prohibiting the establishment of church officially supported by the national government. It determines the legality of giving state and local government aid to religious organizations and schools, allowing or requiring school prayers, and teaching evolution versus creationism.
Rule A judicial policy prohibiting the admission at trail of illegally obtained evidence.
Speech Advertising statements, which increasingly have been given First Amendment protection.
Figure A public official or any other person, such as movie star, known to the public because of his or her position or activities.
Lawless Action Test The current standard established by the Supreme Court for evaluating the legality of advocacy speech. Such speech can be forbidden only when it is " directed to inciting...imminent lawless action."
The public uttering of a false statement that harms the good reputation of another. The statement must be made to, or within the hearing of, a person other that the defamed party.
Post Facto Law A law that inflicts punishment for an act that was not illegal at the time it was committed.

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Exercise Clause The provision of the First Amendment guaranteeing the free exercise of religion. The provision constrains the national government from prohibiting individuals from practicing the religion of their choice.
of Attainder a law that inflicts punishment without a trial.
Malice either knowledge of a defamatory statement's falsity or a reckless disregard for truth.
Theory The view that the protections of the Bill of Rights apply to state governments through the Fourteenth Amendment 's due process clause.
of Character Wrongfully hurting a person's good reputation. The law imposes a general duty on all persons to refrain from making false, defamatory statements about others.
the first act in a criminal proceeding, in which the defendant is brought before a court to hear the charges against him or her and enter a plea of guilty or not guilty.
Speech Expression made through articles of clothing, gestures, movement, and other forms of nonverbal conduct. Symbolic speech is given substantial protection by the courts.
"you have the body" an order that requires jailers to bring a prisoner before a court or judge and explain why the person is being held.
A written defamation of a person's character, reputation, business, or property rights.

17 Clues: of Attainder a law that inflicts punishment without a trial. • A written defamation of a person's character, reputation, business, or property rights. • Rule A judicial policy prohibiting the admission at trail of illegally obtained evidence. • Speech Advertising statements, which increasingly have been given First Amendment protection. • ...

New Deal 2012-02-22

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still exists today, helps provide adequate home financing by insuring some home loans
The New Deal required _________________spending
provide money to to build dams, power plants and flood-control projects in a poverty-strike region
provided direct relief through food and clothing to the neediest people
Provided a unemployment compensation program
insures bank accounts up to $250,000
__________ ______________relations board helps protect workers' rights
created and continues to regulate the stock market
FDR was accused of trying to __________ the court when he introduced a court reform bill

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required companies to provide information about stock offerings
The New Deal programs focused on relief, recovery and ____________
part of the 2nd New Deal, created jobs by providing funding to build schools and other public works projects
paid farmers not to grow crops
gave jobs to single young men and the participants lived in barracks
helped provide electricity to rural areas

15 Clues: paid farmers not to grow crops • insures bank accounts up to $250,000 • helped provide electricity to rural areas • Provided a unemployment compensation program • The New Deal required _________________spending • created and continues to regulate the stock market • required companies to provide information about stock offerings • ...

JFK Crossword Puzzle 2022-06-06

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What was the name of the boarding school that JFK went to growing up?
There are many _____ around JFK’s death.
JFK was the first president to be _____
JFK joined the ______ after graduating from Harvard and became a Lieutenant.
Supported a tax cut bill which was known as the ______ Act.
Where was JFK assassinated?
He made many efforts to protect the _____.
The _____ Corp was a program JFK made that gave Americans the opportunity to volunteer around the world, where help was needed.

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How many terms did JFK serve in the House of Representatives?
Who did JFK ask to be his vice president?
Where is his grave?
He showed strong leadership in the _____ missile crisis.
JFK mostly fought for ____ Rights during his presidency?
The college that JFK attended after highschool?
JFK wanted to send someone to ______ before the decade finished.

15 Clues: Where is his grave? • Where was JFK assassinated? • JFK was the first president to be _____ • There are many _____ around JFK’s death. • Who did JFK ask to be his vice president? • He made many efforts to protect the _____. • The college that JFK attended after highschool? • He showed strong leadership in the _____ missile crisis. • ...

1.03 Vocabulary Osha 2020-01-16

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A device that warns you when a resident is doing something that is not safe.
A facility that does not use restraints
The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. A 1987 Bill of Rights to create a set of national min. set of standards of care and rights for people living in certified nursing facilities.

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Something used to limit the persons ability. Can be physical or chemical.
A group that provides opportunities for discussion. Gives residents a voice in facility operations.
A person that pleads cause of another. The person protects the patients of resident's right. An advocate has the opportunity to speak up for the resident.
Residents are unhappy about care they are being received

7 Clues: A facility that does not use restraints • Residents are unhappy about care they are being received • Something used to limit the persons ability. Can be physical or chemical. • A device that warns you when a resident is doing something that is not safe. • A group that provides opportunities for discussion. Gives residents a voice in facility operations. • ...

Credit score 2022-10-27

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Money owed
Businesses will charge you more when you borrow
credit cards, car loans or home loans,
Your credit report will include how much _____ you have in savings accounts.
an employer checks your credit when you're applying for a job to see whether you are ________
a number that says how good you are at
When you buy something with a credit card, you should only buy what you can afford to pay by the end of the ________ when the bill is due
When you use a credit card, you will likely have to pay _______and fees fees
must at least pay the smallest amount which is called the ______
When you receive your credit card in the mail

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a document that summarizes a person's creditworthiness
a factor that is considered when developing your credit score is how much ______ you have
your bills
700 is a ______ credit score
People who have low credit scores have to pay _____ to borrow money
bill, water bill, phone bill furniture
The maximum amount of money you can buy with your credit card each month is called the _____
if you your credit score is low because you are high ______.
student loans are _____________ of credit
Your credit report will list how many _____ payments you have made
money borrowed to pay for a good or service
Number of times per year you can request a free credit report from annualcreditreport.com
If you pay your bills on time, your credit score will go ____

23 Clues: Money owed • your bills • 700 is a ______ credit score • credit cards, car loans or home loans, • bill, water bill, phone bill furniture • a number that says how good you are at • student loans are _____________ of credit • money borrowed to pay for a good or service • When you receive your credit card in the mail • Businesses will charge you more when you borrow • ...

Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s 2024-11-26

Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s crossword puzzle

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- Part of MLK’s famous quote.
- Leader of the movement (initials).
- Parks, who refused to give up her bus seat.
- Legal guarantees sought.
- Rights demanded by protesters.
- Refusal to use or buy.
- Site of famous marches.
- Nonviolent restaurant protest.

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- Goal of the movement.
- Protest on foot.
- Powerful words by MLK in Washington.
- Key demand of the movement.
- Focus of desegregation protests.
- Fought for with the Voting Rights Act.
- Civil rights student organization.

15 Clues: - Protest on foot. • - Goal of the movement. • - Refusal to use or buy. • - Site of famous marches. • - Legal guarantees sought. • - Part of MLK’s famous quote. • - Key demand of the movement. • - Rights demanded by protesters. • - Nonviolent restaurant protest. • - Focus of desegregation protests. • - Leader of the movement (initials). • - Civil rights student organization. • ...

Legislative branch 2023-03-30

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to formally attempt to remove a President from office
length of a term for US Senators
this is where bills are first debated and most bills die here
considered the upper house and has 100 members
branch responsible for making laws
drawing congressional district lines to benefit one party or the other
to talk a bill to death
leader of the Senate
power of the president to throw out a law
length of a term for US Representatives

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leader of the senate in the absence of the Vice President
considered the lower house and has 435 members
person who argues and works to get certain bills and policies passed
leader of the House of Representatives
person who signs a bill into law
name of a law before it becomes a law

16 Clues: leader of the Senate • to talk a bill to death • length of a term for US Senators • person who signs a bill into law • branch responsible for making laws • name of a law before it becomes a law • leader of the House of Representatives • length of a term for US Representatives • power of the president to throw out a law • considered the lower house and has 435 members • ...

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