bill of rights Crossword Puzzles

Executive and Judicial Branch 2025-12-10

Executive and Judicial Branch crossword puzzle

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A formal agreement between two or more countries
When the president rejects a bill

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A country’s strategy for dealing with other nations.
The defendant that led to your right to be informed of rights when arrested
The defendant that ended segregation in public schools.
The defendant that protected student free speech in schools

6 Clues: When the president rejects a bill • A formal agreement between two or more countries • A country’s strategy for dealing with other nations. • The defendant that ended segregation in public schools. • The defendant that protected student free speech in schools • The defendant that led to your right to be informed of rights when arrested

Reagan through Bush 2021-05-14

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Reagen and bush were
something bush focused on
name of controversial law, Bush term
what clition was impeached for
presidsent from 2001-2009
name of first lady during Reagan's term
Bill cliton's party was
biggest accomplishment Cliton
presidsent from 1993-2001

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Bill cliton had many
name white house
day of terriost attack during bush's term
presidsent clliton was almost
something reagan focused on
day reagen was almosted murdered
where the wall Reagan said to tear down was
name of first lady of Cliton's term
name of first lady during Bush's term
who was presidsnet from 1981-1988

19 Clues: name white house • Bill cliton had many • Reagen and bush were • Bill cliton's party was • something bush focused on • presidsent from 2001-2009 • presidsent from 1993-2001 • something reagan focused on • presidsent clliton was almost • biggest accomplishment Cliton • what clition was impeached for • day reagen was almosted murdered • who was presidsnet from 1981-1988 • ...

LSN Government Crossword 1 2023-05-15

LSN Government Crossword 1 crossword puzzle

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what kind of rate measures those out of work
red elephant political party
structure effort to get a candidate elected
the group that wins a vote
person running for public office
the leader of the house of representatives
an example of popular sovereignty
the kind of growth that avoids urban sprawl
two examples include the great and the 3/5
Montesquieu's idea for governmental powers
blue donkey political party
acronym for the supreme court
national and state governments share power
the president's team of chief advisors

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the beginning of the constitution
we ensure this domestically
type of economic policy involving taxes & spending
another name for our representative democracy
the chamber with 2 members per state
the chamber with 435 members
what kind of prices are indexed
to form a more perfect one
how the president can check & balance the congress
the supreme law of the united states
acronym for the first lady
title of a supreme court judge
type of economic policy involving banks
number of amendments in the bill of rights
a change
the first amendment includes five of this
what kind of national product is measured
acronym for the president
number of articles in the constitution

33 Clues: a change • acronym for the president • the group that wins a vote • to form a more perfect one • acronym for the first lady • we ensure this domestically • blue donkey political party • red elephant political party • the chamber with 435 members • acronym for the supreme court • title of a supreme court judge • what kind of prices are indexed • person running for public office • ...

Democracy 2024-10-21

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– A formal discussion or argument on a particular topic.
A document people sign to show support for a specific request or change they want the government to make.
Rights – Protections for those who are not part of the majority.
– The body of representatives that makes laws for a country or province.
– The status of being a citizen with rights and responsibilities.
of Law: The principle that everyone, including the government, must follow the law equally.
The group of people and institutions that make decisions for a country, province, or community.
Party: A group of people who share similar ideas and want to win elections to form the government.
– Legal entitlements that people are guaranteed in a democracy.
– The organized effort to gain support in an election.
When individuals or groups try to influence the decisions of government officials by providing information or arguments.
Monarchy: A government where a king or queen is the head of state, but they must follow the rules set by a constitution.
– The head of government in a province or territory.

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A vote where people decide directly on a specific issue proposed by the government.
The most important laws that say how a government works and what rights people have.
– A geographic area represented by an elected official.
Rule – The principle that the opinion of the majority should be respected in decision-making.
– Duties or obligations that citizens are expected to fulfill in a democratic society.
– A person elected to act or speak on behalf of others.
– To break or violate a rule, law, or someone’s rights. For example, if you infringe on someone’s rights, you are doing something that takes away their freedom or harms their rights.
A system where people vote for leaders who make decisions on their behalf, and citizens have rights like freedom of speech.
– The national legislative body in some democracies.
– A formal process where citizens vote to choose representatives or leaders.
– The method used by voters to make their choice in an election.
Minister: The leader of the political party with the most elected members in the Canadian Parliament.

25 Clues: – The national legislative body in some democracies. • – The head of government in a province or territory. • – The organized effort to gain support in an election. • – A geographic area represented by an elected official. • – A person elected to act or speak on behalf of others. • – A formal discussion or argument on a particular topic. • ...

CONSTITUTION CROSSWORD 2026-04-22

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the ability to make your own choices, act, and speak without unfair restrictions or control.
A change in, or a statement added to, a legal document.
The first ten amendments are the Bill of _________.

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A person who supports the adoption of the Constitution.
The elected body that makes laws for the United States.
The introduction to the U.S. Constitution outlining the purpose of the government.
A system of government in which the people hold the ultimate power to make the laws.
The first three ____________ of the Constitution outline the branches of government.

8 Clues: The first ten amendments are the Bill of _________. • A person who supports the adoption of the Constitution. • The elected body that makes laws for the United States. • A change in, or a statement added to, a legal document. • The introduction to the U.S. Constitution outlining the purpose of the government. • ...

Test crossword 2016-10-04

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accidentally ope fire on colonists
has two branches
life, liberty, pursuit of happiness
bicameral legislature
british i pose taxes on tea
unicameral legislature
close part of Boston
original constitution
supported the constitution
decided on bicameral legislature
idea of limited government
written by Thomas Paine
document granting rights

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checks and balance
five slaves equal 3 people towards population
one branch
principle of individual rights
understanding
tax on paper goods
opposed the constitution
social contract, natural rights, consent of the government
principle of individual rights
fight for control of North America
idea of representative government

24 Clues: one branch • understanding • has two branches • checks and balance • tax on paper goods • close part of Boston • bicameral legislature • original constitution • unicameral legislature • written by Thomas Paine • opposed the constitution • document granting rights • supported the constitution • idea of limited government • british i pose taxes on tea • principle of individual rights • ...

Indian Act Crossword 2025-10-24

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2008–2015 commission that investigated residential schools and issued Calls to Action.
Modern agreements like the Nisga’a that provide self-government and land rights.
In the 1950s, Inuit families were forcibly moved to High Arctic settlements to assert sovereignty.
Treaties signed between 1871–1921 that led to land surrender and reserve creation.
Replaced traditional leadership with federally imposed governance on reserves in 1951.
1985 bill that restored Indian status to women and children who had lost it through marriage.

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Indigenous peoples were confined to designated lands often far from traditional territories.
Criminalized cultural ceremonies such as the potlatch in 1884.
2021 legislation committing Canada to align laws with Indigenous rights.
Policy that removed children from communities and placed them far from home (1879).
Created legal control over Indigenous status, land, and governance in 1876.
Restricted Indigenous peoples from leaving reserves without written permission (1885).
Granted in 1960, allowing First Nations to participate in federal elections without losing status.

13 Clues: Criminalized cultural ceremonies such as the potlatch in 1884. • 2021 legislation committing Canada to align laws with Indigenous rights. • Created legal control over Indigenous status, land, and governance in 1876. • Modern agreements like the Nisga’a that provide self-government and land rights. • ...

U.S. Civil Rights Movement Kicks Off Decades of Protest, Reforms 2022-05-26

U.S. Civil Rights Movement Kicks Off Decades of Protest, Reforms crossword puzzle

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inequality
U.S. Laws
Martin luther king jr
famous speech
protection equal protection for everybody
people born in u.s.have citizenship
killed because of his color
protest racial justice

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voting right act
white and black people were
signed the Civil rights act
freedom of speech
McCullough Truman biographer
for gay people to have rights
scholar Zechariah Chafee, Jr

15 Clues: U.S. Laws • inequality • famous speech • voting right act • freedom of speech • Martin luther king jr • protest racial justice • white and black people were • signed the Civil rights act • killed because of his color • for gay people to have rights • people born in u.s.have citizenship • scholar Zechariah Chafee, Jr • McCullough Truman biographer • ...

heritage of law 2023-09-18

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a proposed law, a draft form of an act or statue
the process of bringing legislation back under the legal authority of the country to which it applies
a law passed by a legislative body
the fundamental principle that the law applies equally to all persons
the reference for a legal case

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the rights of citizens that limit the power of governments
a deserved punishment for a wrong
authority to do something, such as make laws
corpus a document that requires a person to be brought to court to determine if he or she is being legally detained
referring a case to a higher court reconsider the lower courts decision

10 Clues: the reference for a legal case • a deserved punishment for a wrong • a law passed by a legislative body • authority to do something, such as make laws • a proposed law, a draft form of an act or statue • the rights of citizens that limit the power of governments • the fundamental principle that the law applies equally to all persons • ...

US History End Of Year Final Review Crossword 2026-05-13

US History End Of Year Final Review Crossword crossword puzzle

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The year 1607 is important because it is when the colony of ______ was founded.
The British used the policy of _________ to control colonial trade.
The Supreme Court declaring a law passed by Congress unconstitutional is an example of checks and ______.
The philosopher John ________ believed the government's role was to preserve the natural rights of the people.
Amendments passed during _______ gave formerly enslaved people protections of civil and political rights.
Differences between Thoams Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton lead to the establishment of the first political _______ in the United States.
Uncle Tom’s Cabin, The North Star, and The Liberator were publications that mainly _______ slavery.
John Sullivan believed that it was America’s manifest ___________ to overspread and possess the whole of the continent.
The first shots of the Civil War were fired at Fort ______.
In 1803 the United States acquired land in the ___________ purchase.
One reason the ______ settling in Plymouth was important was because it led to an early attempt at self-government in the English colonies.
At the beginning of the Civil War the ________ was industrial and had a paied labor force.
_____ believed in a strong national government.
One way reformers influenced U.S. education was by opening the first free public _____.
The significance of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Marbury v Madison was that it established the principle of _________ review.
British Parliament started taxing the colonists to help pay for the French and _____ War.
During the Industrial Revolution technological advances increased _____ and productivity.
The court case of Gibbons v. __________ gave the government the power to regulate foreign and interstate commerce.
The ________ movement caused liquor sales to drop 50%, and states to pass laws regulating alcohol.
Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stantion were reformers who fought for women to have the right to ___.
The main point of the ______ Doctrine was to prohibit further colonization of the Americas by European countries.
The _____ amendment states that any power not give to the federal government is reserved for the states.
Abraham ______ was president of the United States during the Civil War.
The 3rd amendment protects citizens from the ______ of troops.
The battle of ____ ended the Revolutionary War when British general Conrnwalls surrendered.
The year 1787 is important because it is when the ______ was drafted.

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The first amendment protects your freedom of religion, assembly, ________, petition, and speech.
As a result of the Union victory at ________ the Confederate states were divided into two sections.
The ____ amendment outlawed slavery in the United States.
During industrialization job opportunities in _________ increased.
The year 1776 is important because it is when the _________ of Independence was written.
The Emancipation Proclamation only freed slaves living in the ____________ states.
The __________ Ordinance was passed by the Articles of Confederation and allowed for the creation of new states.
Congress passes a bill, the president vetoes the bill, then Congress overrides the presidential veto is another example of ______ and balances.
The ______ amendment stated that voting rights could not be restricted due to race or a previous condition of enslavement.
William Penn is the founder of _____________.
The principle of _________ divided power between the national and state governments.
The ______ amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizure.
At the beginning of the Civil War the _____ was agricultural and used slave labor.
The Civil War ended when the Confederate Army surrendered at _________ Court House.
The Treaty of Paris 1783 gave the US official recognition of its _______ from Britain.
George Washington stated in his _________ Address that the America should remain neutral.
Dorothea ____ was a reformer who opened mental-health facilities to treat patients.
The main purpose of _____ in colonial America was to protest taxation without representation.
The principle of _________ of powers gives Congress the power to make laws, the President the power to enforce laws, and the Supreme Court the power to interpret laws.
The Federalists and Anti-Federats debated ratification of the U.S. ___________.
The battle of __________ was where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired.
_______belived in states’ rights.

48 Clues: _______belived in states’ rights. • William Penn is the founder of _____________. • _____ believed in a strong national government. • The ____ amendment outlawed slavery in the United States. • The first shots of the Civil War were fired at Fort ______. • The 3rd amendment protects citizens from the ______ of troops. • ...

SCS Rhode Island Crossword Puzzle II 2023-07-27

SCS Rhode Island Crossword Puzzle II crossword puzzle

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The highest point in Rhode Island is ____ Hill
In Rhode Island, it is considered an offense to throw ____ juice on a trolley
The deepest body of water in Rhode Island is the ____ Reservoir
Providence, Rhode Island has the most number of ____ shops per person in the US
Rhode Island is home to the International ____ Hall of Fame
Rhode Island is the first U.S. state to pass a ____ Bill of Rights

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Rhode Island motto is"____"
Rhode Island was the first state to jail someone for ____
This signature Rhode Island dish is stuffed clams, flavored with onion, celery, and green pepper
One of the oldest ____ in the US sits beachside in Watch Hill, Rhode Island

10 Clues: Rhode Island motto is"____" • The highest point in Rhode Island is ____ Hill • Rhode Island was the first state to jail someone for ____ • Rhode Island is home to the International ____ Hall of Fame • The deepest body of water in Rhode Island is the ____ Reservoir • Rhode Island is the first U.S. state to pass a ____ Bill of Rights • ...

heritage of law 2023-09-18

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a proposed law, a draft form of an act or statue
the process of bringing legislation back under the legal authority of the country to which it applies
a law passed by a legislative body
the fundamental principle that the law applies equally to all persons
the reference for a legal case

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the rights of citizens that limit the power of governments
a deserved punishment for a wrong
authority to do something, such as make laws
corpus a document that requires a person to be brought to court to determine if he or she is being legally detained
referring a case to a higher court reconsider the lower courts decision

1st Year CSPE Revision 2023-05-23

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Using social media to bully someone.
the theme of your kahoots.
documents that promote human rights
The difference in average earrings of males and females
The inability to access or afford good nutritious food.
A formal statement that is not legally binding.

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A non-governmental organisation that promotes human rights internationally
A human rights champion who refused to refused to give her seat up on a bus.
An organisation for human rights
When men and women are treated differently
The freedom we have as citizens or as members of communities.
A form of protest where people refuse to use a service.
A form of discrimination with the beliefs that some races are better than others.
Our rights to participate in the political life of our country.
they advocate for human rights

15 Clues: the theme of your kahoots. • they advocate for human rights • An organisation for human rights • documents that promote human rights • Using social media to bully someone. • When men and women are treated differently • A formal statement that is not legally binding. • A form of protest where people refuse to use a service. • ...

Evolution of the Police, Courts and Corrections 2014-10-22

Evolution of the Police, Courts and Corrections crossword puzzle

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judicial interpretation of the constitution to reflect contemporary society
an era when policing was under the control of local politicians
the judicial concept of avoiding policy making normally reserved for the legislative branch
a modification of the Pennsylvania Model that allowed group day labor but required isolation at night
the judicial process of applying the Bill of Rights to the states

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an era of corrections that emphasized treatment over punishment of inmates
a 19th century prison model that emphasized separation and isolation of inmates
an era when police began to focus on police-community relations
an era when civil service hiring of police replaced the patronage system

9 Clues: an era when policing was under the control of local politicians • an era when police began to focus on police-community relations • the judicial process of applying the Bill of Rights to the states • an era when civil service hiring of police replaced the patronage system • an era of corrections that emphasized treatment over punishment of inmates • ...

Metis Vocabulary 2023-05-09

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A North West Company employee
Dried, shredded buffalo meat mixed with fat and berries
A government law created in 1814 that banned Metis from exporting any meat, fish, or vegetables from the Red River settlement
A boat used by the Metis to transport furs; it replaced the canoe as the main means of transportation on western rivers and lakes
A vast territory named after Prince Rupert, the first head of the Hudson’s Bay Company, consisting of most of what is now Western and Northern Canada

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A document created by the Metis Provisional Government and presented to the government of Canada that requested that Metis receive the rights enjoyed by other Canadians
A parcel of land that the government agreed to set aside for the exclusive use of a First Nation
The way in which people meet their basic needs, such as food, clothing, and shelter
A law that was passed in July 1870 in response to the Metis Bill of Rights; it created the province of Manitoba
A set of characteristics and values that describes the essence of a person or group
movement of people within a country
A process by which culture or individual is absorbed into a more dominant culture because of its overwhelming influence
People of mixed First Nations and European ancestry who identify themselves as Metis people

13 Clues: A North West Company employee • movement of people within a country • Dried, shredded buffalo meat mixed with fat and berries • The way in which people meet their basic needs, such as food, clothing, and shelter • A set of characteristics and values that describes the essence of a person or group • ...

Jerry-Crossword Puzzle 2022-09-30

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slave trade The transatlantic slave trade was an oceanic trade in African men, women, and children which lasted from the mid-sixteenth century until the 1860s. The trafficking was initiated by the Portuguese and Spanish especially after the settlement of sugar plantations in the Americas.
rights rights that cannot be taken away from someone
government by the people; a form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised directly by them or by their elected agents under a free electoral system.
General a general assembly representing the French estates of the realm summoned by Louis XVI to propose solutions to France's financial problems. It ended when the Third Estate formed into a National Assembly, signaling the outbreak of the French Revolution.Transatlantic slave trade The transatlantic slave trade was an oceanic trade in African men, women, and children which lasted from the mid-sixteenth century until the 1860s. The trafficking was initiated by the Portuguese and Spanish especially after the settlement of sugar plantations in the Americas.
of terror The Reign of Terror, also called the Terror, was a period of state-sanctioned violence and mass executions during the French Revolution. Between Sept. 5, 1793, and July 27, 1794, France's revolutionary government ordered the arrest and execution of thousands of people.
the rational investigation of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct.
a philosophical movement of the 18th century, characterized by belief in the power of human reason and by innovations in political, religious, and educational doctrine.

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empire Transoceanic empires that use the ocean and technological advances that eventually led to the colonization of other land and its people.
the action or process of settling among and establishing control over the indigenous people of an areaColumbian Exchange The Columbian Exchange refers to the exchange of diseases, ideas, food, crops, and populations between the New World and the Old World following the voyage to the Americas by Christo pher Columbus in 1492.
Robespierre Robespierre led as a dictator and used fear to control the people of France. His rule became known as the Reign of Terror. Robespierre killed anyone who opposed his ideas.
of Exploration beginning in the 1400s and continuing through the 1600s, it was a period of time when the European nations began “exploring” the world. They identified new routes to India, much of the Far East, and the Americas.
sovereignty the principle that the authority of a state and its government are created and sustained by the consent of its people, through their elected representatives, who are the source of all political power.
L’Ouverture born a slave in the French colony of Saint Domingue (later named Haiti), was well educated and skilled in military matters and politics. He led the people of Haiti into revolution against the French
d'etat the sudden, violent overthrow of an existing government by a small group.
Nzinga the monarch of the Mbundu people, was a resilient leader who fought against the Portuguese and their expanding slave trade in Central Africa.
of rights Comprises the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution. The first 10 amendments to the Constitution make up the Bill of Rights. James Madison wrote the amendments, which list specific prohibitions on governmental power, in response to calls from several states for greater constitutional protection for individual liberties.
Bonaparte A popular general, Napoleon Bonaparte came to power after a coup d'état in 1799. A coupd’état is a sudden seizure and/or shift of power in a country. In this case, Napoleon seized control of France from the Jacobins. He ruled France under a dictatorship.

17 Clues: rights rights that cannot be taken away from someone • d'etat the sudden, violent overthrow of an existing government by a small group. • the rational investigation of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct. • ...

LSN Government Unit 4-6 2022-05-17

LSN Government Unit 4-6 crossword puzzle

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legislation is also called...
the document is called this before it becomes a law
this branch controls the military and police
a rule that the president makes
the executive of a state
a rule that Congress makes and the president approves
the government accuses someone of a crime in court
the person accused of a crime in court
this branch controls the budget, the money of government
a new rule or expectation that comes from a court decision
after the census, the number of representatives in each state might change, this is called..
when the president says no to a bill
this branch interprets laws
the jury must be almost 100% sure the defendant is guilty in a criminal case

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this branch makes laws
the legislative branch of Maryland
the highest court
the principle when a govenor says no to a bill from the state legislature
the government can't try a defendant for the same crime twice..this is called "no ......."
the national legislative branch
government policy to help minorities get into college and get jobs
this branch enforces laws
how the government counts the population every 10 years

23 Clues: the highest court • this branch makes laws • the executive of a state • this branch enforces laws • this branch interprets laws • legislation is also called... • a rule that the president makes • the national legislative branch • the legislative branch of Maryland • when the president says no to a bill • the person accused of a crime in court • ...

SS FINAL REVIEW1 2013-05-29

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This settlement suffered harsh winters which led to cannibalism.
These people lived in the 13 colonies and supported the King during the Revolutionary War.
An event where people were put on trial because of "witch-craft."
The branch that makes the laws.
No one really knows what happened to the colonists from this settlement but cannibalism, Native American attacks and lack of supplies might be the reason why they went missing.
The Battle of _________________ ended the Revolutionary War.
The three reasons for exploration.
The branch which interprets the law.
The branch that enforces the law.

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Documents written urging colonists to ratify the Constitution.
These people rebelled against King George III.
England leaving the colonists alone in the New World because they were occupied with other things.
These people did not like the Constitution because of its lack of a bill of rights.

13 Clues: The branch that makes the laws. • The branch that enforces the law. • The three reasons for exploration. • The branch which interprets the law. • These people rebelled against King George III. • The Battle of _________________ ended the Revolutionary War. • Documents written urging colonists to ratify the Constitution. • ...

Martin Luther King 2025-11-17

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A public gathering where people show support for a cause.
A large walk or gathering to support a cause.
A person who works to change things in society.
Believing one race is better than another.
Refusing to use violence to make change happen.
Rights Basic rights that every human should have.
A group of people working together for social or political change.
Refusing to buy or use something to show disagreement.
When a group of people is treated very unfairly and denied equal rights.

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Killing an important public figure because of their beliefs or actions.
Treating someone unfairly because of who they are.
Keeping people apart because of their race.
Fairness in how people are treated.
Rights The basic rights and freedoms all people should have.
The right to live without unfair limits or control.
Showing that you disagree with something.
Being treated the same as everyone else.
Ending laws that keep people separated because of race.
Bringing people of different races or groups together.

19 Clues: Fairness in how people are treated. • Being treated the same as everyone else. • Showing that you disagree with something. • Believing one race is better than another. • Keeping people apart because of their race. • A large walk or gathering to support a cause. • A person who works to change things in society. • Refusing to use violence to make change happen. • ...

Chapter 3: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms 2018-03-07

Chapter 3: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms crossword puzzle

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These rights include the right to vote and right to hold elections
The ________ Freedoms include freedom of religion and freedom of association
The Charter includes ________ rights, for each person, and collective rights, for groups
During the World Wars, Canadians of Ukrainian, Italian, and Japanese heritage were moved into these camps
Women who fought for the right to vote, holding large rallies and protests
A labour ________ is an organization of workers that acts to protect their rights and interests

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These rights include the right to be free of unlawful imprisonment and right to a public trial
Japanese Canadians were forcibly relocated to this province during WWII
A special set of laws that establish a framework of governance
These rights include the right to move freely throughout Canada, and enter and leave Canada
These rights include the freedom from discrimination
This act, passed in 1876, was originally intended to subjugate Canada's First Nations people
The War ________ Act was responsible for allowing the discrimination against "enemy aliens" during the World Wars
Many legal battles over individual rights and freedoms are fought all the way to this court
The right to vote; sought by women during the 1800s and 1900s in Canada

15 Clues: These rights include the freedom from discrimination • A special set of laws that establish a framework of governance • These rights include the right to vote and right to hold elections • Japanese Canadians were forcibly relocated to this province during WWII • The right to vote; sought by women during the 1800s and 1900s in Canada • ...

Test crossword 2016-10-04

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document granting rights
close part of Boston
social contract, natural rights, consent of the government
principle of individual rights
supported the constitution
principle of individual rights
idea of limited government
fight for control of North America
accidentally ope fire on colonists
tax on paper goods
five slaves equal 3 people towards population
bicameral legislature
opposed the constitution

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has two branches
one branch
unicameral legislature
british i pose taxes on tea
understanding
original constitution
checks and balance
decided on bicameral legislature
life, liberty, pursuit of happiness
idea of representative government
written by Thomas Paine

24 Clues: one branch • understanding • has two branches • checks and balance • tax on paper goods • close part of Boston • original constitution • bicameral legislature • unicameral legislature • written by Thomas Paine • document granting rights • opposed the constitution • supported the constitution • idea of limited government • british i pose taxes on tea • principle of individual rights • ...

Black History Month Trivia 2026-02-10

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: Activist Malcolm ___
: Boxer Muhammad
: Scientist George Washington ___
: Court case ending segregation
: Civil rights organization founded in 1909
: Month honoring Black history
: First Black female Vice President
: Author Toni
: Voting rights march city in Alabama
: First Black woman in space
: Abolitionist Frederick
: Holiday celebrating emancipation
: Civil rights leader with last name King
: Underground Railroad conductor
: First Black Secretary of State

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: Leader of the Montgomery Bus Boycott
: Poet Maya
: First Black female pilot
: Educator Mary McLeod
: Baseball player who broke the color barrier
: First Black woman millionaire
: First Black Supreme Court Justice
: Harlem Renaissance poet
: Jazz legend “Satchmo”
: Harlem Renaissance city
: Civil rights activist Rosa
: First Black U.S. President
: Year of the March on Washington

28 Clues: : Poet Maya • : Author Toni • : Boxer Muhammad • : Activist Malcolm ___ • : Educator Mary McLeod • : Jazz legend “Satchmo” • : Abolitionist Frederick • : Harlem Renaissance poet • : Harlem Renaissance city • : First Black female pilot • : Civil rights activist Rosa • : First Black U.S. President • : First Black woman in space • : Month honoring Black history • ...

GOV: Unit 4 Review 2024-10-08

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5 freedoms: speech, press, religion, assembly, petition
First 10 amendments to the Constitution
The government may not house (quarter) soldiers in private homes without the consent of the owner
A belief that ultimate power resides in the people.
Establishes the official voting age to be 18 years old
Establishes women's suffrage--right to vote cannot be denied on account of gender
Right to bear arms
Abolishes slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime
First Amendment prohibits government from interfering with the practice of religion. Citizens are free to practice any religion of their choosing.
Constitutional freedoms guaranteed to all citizens; protected FROM the government
"Federalism" The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
Passed in 1964, Reinforced the 14th amendment; banned discrimination in public accommodations, prohibited discrimination in any federally assisted program, outlawed discrimination in most employment
a published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; a written defamation.
Amendment includes the right to counsel, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to a speedy and public trial with a jury of peers.
the right to vote in political elections
Passed in 1965, a law designed to help end formal and informal barriers to African-American suffrage. Reinforced the 15th Amendment.
Clause in the First Amendment that says the government may not establish an official religion.
the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.
1628. Signed by Charles I. No imprisonment without due cause; no taxes levied without Parliament's consent; soldiers not housed in private homes; no martial law during peace time.
Designed to protect the rights of persons accused of crimes, including protection against double jeopardy, self-incrimination, and punishment without due process of law.
principle that the law applies to everyone, even those who govern
Right to trial by jury in civil cases
1689. It guaranteed certain rights to English citizens and declared that elections for Parliament would happen frequently. Created a limited monarchy, a system in which they shared their power with Parliament and the people.

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The right to vote in the United States cannot be denied based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude
Provides for representation of Washington, D.C. in the Electoral College
A process that extended the protections of the Bill of Rights against the actions of state and local governments
fair treatment through the normal judicial system
the prosecution of a person twice for the same offense. Protected from this in the 5th amendment.
the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality within a society
A legal paper, issued by a court, giving police permission to make an arrest, seizure, or search.
Protects Americans against unreasonable searches and seizures. No soldier, Gov agent, or police can search your home without a search warrant.
A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power
A system in which power is divided between the national and state governments
states that people's rights are not limited to just those listed in the Constitution; "Implied" rights
forbids excessive bail and cruel or unusual punishment
All persons born or naturalized in the United States are citizens. No State shall deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.
Prohibits the revocation of voting rights due to the non-payment of poll taxes
nonverbal communication, such as burning a flag or wearing an armband. The Supreme Court has accorded some symbolic speech protection under the first amendment.
Protection from this is included in the 5th amendment. "The right to remain silent"
Constitutional division of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, with the legislative branch making law, the executive applying and enforcing the law, and the judiciary interpreting the law
A requirement that citizens pay a tax in order to register to vote
A principle of constitutional government; a government whose powers are defined and limited by a constitution.
Limited rights of Black Americans. Literacy tests, grandfather clauses and poll taxes limited black voting rights
A test given to persons to prove they can read and write before being allowed to register to vote
(1215) a charter limiting the power of the Monarch laying out individual freedoms that King John was forced to sign; it made the king obey the same laws as the citizens of his kingdom

45 Clues: Right to bear arms • Right to trial by jury in civil cases • First 10 amendments to the Constitution • the right to vote in political elections • fair treatment through the normal judicial system • A belief that ultimate power resides in the people. • Establishes the official voting age to be 18 years old • forbids excessive bail and cruel or unusual punishment • ...

Protests and Demonstrations 2023-08-23

Protests and Demonstrations crossword puzzle

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- Economic protest strategy.
- Fueled many protests.
- Sought in civil rights protests.
- Key civil rights concern.
- Nonviolent protests at lunch counters.
- Large protest gatherings.
- Engaging in protests actively.
- Act of public protest.
- Fought against racial separation.

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- Anti-war protests against it.
- Unity in protests.
- Civil rights symbol.
- Refuse participation in support.
- Equality and justice battles.
- Movement against conflict.
- Core goal of many movements.
- Focus of civil rights protests.
- Often resulted from civil unrest.
- Opposing authority's actions.
- Desire for this during the Vietnam War.

20 Clues: - Unity in protests. • - Civil rights symbol. • - Fueled many protests. • - Act of public protest. • - Key civil rights concern. • - Large protest gatherings. • - Economic protest strategy. • - Movement against conflict. • - Core goal of many movements. • - Anti-war protests against it. • - Equality and justice battles. • - Opposing authority's actions. • ...

Rock 'N' Roll Review 2025-09-15

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“You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’”
Artists associated with this style of music include Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly and the Crickets, Elvis Presley, and Bill Haley and His Comets.
“Rock Around the Clock”
“Searchin”
“TuttiFrutti”, “Lucille”, “Ready Teddy”
“Shake, Rattle and Roll”
“Roll Over Beethoven”, “Rock and Roll Music”
“I Got a Woman”
“Only the Lonely”
Elvis Presley was born in _______________, Mississippi.
Who coined the term, “Rock ‘n’ Roll”?
Which Elvis hit was originally performed by Big Mama Thornton?
Country-Swing artist, sang “Hey, Good Lookin’”.
Performed a "cleaned-up" cover versions of rock ‘n’ roll for mainstream audiences.
“I Got My Mojo Workin’”
Chess, Atlantic, and Sun were the most important ___________________ record companies of the 1950’s.
“The Twist”

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Sun Records was founded by _______________________ in Memphis, TN.
“Caldonia”
This movie featured Bill Haley’s “Rock Around the Clock”.
Big Joe Turner, Louis Jordan, and Big Mama Thornton are associated with this style of early R & B.
“That’ll Be the Day”, “Oh, Boy”, “Peggy Sue”
Best known for his "Wall of Sound" production technique, which involved layering multiple instruments and voices to create a dense, enveloping sound that was unlike anything that had come before.
“Hound Dog” (1952)
Record label based in New York had Big Joe Turner, The Coasters, and Ray Charles.
For a brief time, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis were signed to this label.
Elvis’ guitar player.
“Bye Bye Love”
“Be My Baby”
Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, and Howlin’ Wolf were artists on this Chicago-based record label.
This record company bought the rights to Elvis Presley from Sun.
“Blue Moon of Kentucky”, “Heartbreak Hotel”
“Ain’t That a Shame”, “Blue Monday”
Surf guitarist, “Miserlou”

34 Clues: “Caldonia” • “Searchin” • “The Twist” • “Be My Baby” • “Bye Bye Love” • “I Got a Woman” • “Only the Lonely” • “Hound Dog” (1952) • Elvis’ guitar player. • “Rock Around the Clock” • “I Got My Mojo Workin’” • “Shake, Rattle and Roll” • Surf guitarist, “Miserlou” • “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” • “Ain’t That a Shame”, “Blue Monday” • Who coined the term, “Rock ‘n’ Roll”? • ...

The Executive Branch 2025-11-10

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a formal and organized choice by vote of a person for a political office or other position
the official representatives to foreign government
formal agreements between nations
an indirect veto of a legislative bill by the president or a governor by retaining the bill unsigned until it is too late for it to be dealt with during the legislative session.
speech given by the President of the United States to a joint session of Congress and the nation
a public relations official who serves as the primary liaison between an organization or public figure and the news media
a public office or position of authority that provides its occupant with an outstanding opportunity to speak out on any issue.
a government's strategy in dealing with other nations.
the effort to protect a country from terrorist attacks, natural disasters, and other threats through a range of measures including border security, cybersecurity, and emergency response
a directive from the President of the United States that has the force of a law, used to manage the operations of the federal government.
agreements with other countries that do not need senate approval

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the part of government responsible for enforcing and administering the laws, and it is led by the President.
Head of the executive branch
an official or executive ranking below and deputizing for a president.
advises the President on any subject he may require relating to the duties of each member's respective office.
the constitutional authority of the U.S. President to grant forgiveness for federal crimes, which can absolve an individual of guilt and restore their civil rights.
a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
a body of people representing the states of the US, who formally cast votes for the election of the president and vice president.
a directive from the President of the United States that has the force of a law, used to manage the operations of the federal government.
speech given by the President of the United States to a joint session of Congress and the nation

20 Clues: Head of the executive branch • formal agreements between nations • the official representatives to foreign government • a government's strategy in dealing with other nations. • agreements with other countries that do not need senate approval • an official or executive ranking below and deputizing for a president. • ...

US History Catch UP - Colonial Era 2024-01-30

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Allows Congress to pass legislation
This was a British tax on paper goods
Law signed under the Articles of Confederation that prohibited slavery in the Ohio River Valley region
The official term for a legislative branch that has two chambers
This clause found in Article VI. Section 2 of the US Constitution makes clear that the US government is higher than state governments
This amendment allows states legislate on topics that the federal government has not already regulated
Found in the 12th Amendment, this is not popular vote is how the president is elected in the United States
Name of pamphlet published the same year as the Declaration of Independence to convince colonists reasons to separate from Britain
This group argued for a strong central government and did not believe the Bill of Rights was necessary to include in the US Constitution
Gives legislative power to Congress
This compromise between the north and south enhancing the population of the southern states by counting enslaved people as part of it
Allowed for the importation of enslaved people until the year, 1808

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Advocated for more states rights
Rebellion that occurred in Virginia colony over farmers wanting more land and protesting taxes
Taken every decade and used to determine the number of representatives each state can send to Congress
corrects this weakness of the Articles of Confederation and allows Congress to tax the states
A trade regulation stipulating that colonies can only trade within the empire
the first ten amendments that were added as part of the Constitution
This compromise was made between the states of Virginia and New Jersey creating a bicameral legislature
American delegates met in Philadelphia to revise the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
Some argue this war was started by Washington and his Ohio Company

21 Clues: Advocated for more states rights • Allows Congress to pass legislation • Gives legislative power to Congress • This was a British tax on paper goods • The official term for a legislative branch that has two chambers • Some argue this war was started by Washington and his Ohio Company • Allowed for the importation of enslaved people until the year, 1808 • ...

STAAR Review 2023-04-17

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Blueprint/framework for American Government
1787 law; How territories can become a state
abolished slavery; FREEDOM
colonists were not allowed to settle in land won in war, west of the Appalachian Mountains
final major battle, British surrender leading to the end of the war
water route from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean
Winter 1777; Starvation, disease, malnutrition, and exposure but soldiers stay and train becoming better soldiers
place for boats and ships to dock safely
God,gold & glory
ruled that states had no right to interfere with federal banks within state borders (cheat code = marry for $$)(no dot)
British troops killed 5 unarmed colonists, used as propaganda by patriot
1st battle of American Revolution when the British want to take colonists' weapons and ammunition (use & for the word AND)
Voting rights for former slave MEN
Slaves would be counted as a person for representation (5 slaves = 3 free persons)
Quaker, established the colony of Pennsylvania based on religious freedom for all, citizen voice in government and trial by juries
British East India Company to sell taxed tea directly to colonists, hurting colonial merchants. Leads to Boston Tea Party
punishments for the Boston Tea Party: port of Boston closed new quartering act, cost of tea to be repaid, and only 1 town meeting a year
1785 law which divides western lands
DIVIDED power between state and federal governments

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Cotton, Rice, Indigo and Tobacco
Declared freedom from Britain. Written by Thomas Jefferson. People have natural rights and listed grievances against King George III (3rd)
wrote about a social contract between government and citizens
upheld the power of the federal government to regulate interstate commerce. (cheat code = GOT)(no dot)
1773 Sons of Liberty disguised as Mohawk Indians threw British tea into Boston harbor due to Tea Act
Created a new constitution to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation by restructuring the federal government
1st ten amendments to the Constitution protecting individual rights
1st U.S. Constitution. First and the worst!
government agency to help former slaves
Strengthened the principle of judicial review 1803 (no dot)
wanted a bill of rights added to the Constitution
The 3 branches of government (Executive, Legislative, and Judicial) have their own powers and limitations (SOP it's 3)
Urged America to remain neutral in foreign affairs and not to form political parties
wanted a strong national government; wanted Constitution ratified
Religious group that left England to escape religious persecution and arrived in Plymouth in 1620; wrote Mayflower Compact
1st permanent English settlement in the 13 Colonies
Combined the New Jersey and Virginia Plans to create Congress House of Representatives - based on population (Big state / Virginia plan); Senate - 2 senators from each state (small state / New Jersey Plan)
1783 treaty which ended the war, 13 colonies are now independent
rights of Citizens to former slaves
Supreme Court ruled that slaves were not citizens but property; the Court also ruled that the Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional (no dot)
Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness
writer of "Common Sense"
1777 turning point in the war, France joins war (allies) against British
Mayflower Compact, Fundamental Orders of Connecticut are examples of
Believed in religious equality and non-violence

44 Clues: God,gold & glory • writer of "Common Sense" • abolished slavery; FREEDOM • Cotton, Rice, Indigo and Tobacco • Voting rights for former slave MEN • rights of Citizens to former slaves • 1785 law which divides western lands • government agency to help former slaves • place for boats and ships to dock safely • Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness • ...

Liberty Video Guide Questions Crossword #6 "Are We To Be A Nation?" Constructed by Aaditya Pranesh 2025-02-21

Liberty Video Guide Questions Crossword #6 "Are We To Be A Nation?" Constructed by Aaditya Pranesh crossword puzzle

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The first president, whose leadership influenced the role of the executive branch.
The group that feared a strong central government and wanted a Bill of Rights.
The compromise that counted enslaved individuals as a fraction of a person for representation.
The compromise that created a bicameral legislature balancing large and small states.

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The plan that favored small states by giving each state equal representation.
The series of essays written to support the ratification of the Constitution.
The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
The agreement between Federalists and Anti-Federalists to secure ratification.
The Virginian known as the "Father of the Constitution."
The plan that favored larger states by basing representation on population.
The convention where the U.S. Constitution was drafted.
The economic and political system that was a major point of debate between Northern and Southern states.

12 Clues: The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. • The convention where the U.S. Constitution was drafted. • The Virginian known as the "Father of the Constitution." • The plan that favored larger states by basing representation on population. • The plan that favored small states by giving each state equal representation. • ...

Chapter 15 2014-06-06

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Secretary of War
forbade president from removing civil officers without senatorial consent
the large-scale introduction of manufacturing, advanced technical enterprises, and other productive economic activity into an area, society, country, etc
Return of Southern control to Southern Democrats
Economic _____ caused by overexpansion and over-speculation
meant to control newly freed slaves through threats and violence
first bill to override a presidential veto
to keep African-Americans from their inalienable rights
forbade slavery
A constitutional amendment giving full rights of citizenship to all people born or naturalized in the United States, except for American Indians
application of evolution by natural selection
Unfair economic system replaced slavery in South
19th president
The practice of an angry mob hanging a perceived criminal without regard to due process
idealized version of southern culture; black slaves were happy to be slaves, they were never mistreated

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this group supported black suffrage
Laws written to separate blacks and whites in public areas
The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
Northerners who migrated south during the Reconstruction to take advantage of opportunities there
Consisted of white actors in blackface
A system in Georgia after the Civil War in which prisoners were leased to companies for labor
_____ _____ is a fictional character who is derived from African American stories, songs, and oral folklore
primarily composed of prairie farmers who went into debt during the Panic of 1873
landless farmers worked the land of a landowner
Most whites, even those in the North and many abolitionists believed the white race to be ________ to the black race
White southerners who supported the Republicans during reconstruction

26 Clues: 19th president • forbade slavery • Secretary of War • this group supported black suffrage • Consisted of white actors in blackface • first bill to override a presidential veto • application of evolution by natural selection • landless farmers worked the land of a landowner • Return of Southern control to Southern Democrats • Unfair economic system replaced slavery in South • ...

US History Unit 3 2025-09-11

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George Washington sneaks across the Delaware River to surprise the enemy
Britain imposes this on American colonists to pay off French & Indian War debt
first form of govt in the United States; purposefully created a weak federal govt
Washington's Secretary of Treasury responsible for the national bank, protective tariffs, and assuming states' debts
this policy allowed American colonies to expand local governments so long as their economic responsibilities were met
branches of the federal government have powers over each other to ensure one branch doesn't become too powerful
nicknamed this by the colonists after Britain passes these to punish Boston for their Tea Party
first 10 amendments of the US Constitution added to please Anti-federalists and to ensure the fed govt cannot take away rights of citizens
essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, & John Jay to advocate for the adoption of the US Constitution
3/5 Compromise, bicameral legislative branch, & Bill of Rights
rebellion George Washington put down and established that federal law is the supreme law of the land

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final battle of the American Revolution; the French navy blocks British General Cornwallis forcing his surrender
system of government of Montesquieu that established 3 branches of government
# of state representatives in Congress is determined by population (VA Plan) AND equal representation (NJ Plan)
to apply for statehood, territories had to have at least 60,000 settlers
confirmed that the federal govt was too weak without an executive branch
land is divided into townships with the 16th plot of divided land set aside for public schools
George Washington would meet with heads of various departments to make decisions in running the country
Washington proclaims the US will not choose sides between England & France
this group of people believed that the Constitution placed too much power in the central government

20 Clues: 3/5 Compromise, bicameral legislative branch, & Bill of Rights • George Washington sneaks across the Delaware River to surprise the enemy • to apply for statehood, territories had to have at least 60,000 settlers • confirmed that the federal govt was too weak without an executive branch • ...

Civics Ch 3 The Constitution 2025-01-08

Civics Ch 3 The Constitution crossword puzzle

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reasonable basis to believe a person or premises are linked to a crime
the power of government to take private property for public use
on of the seven main divisions of the Constitution
the power of the Supreme Court to declare laws or actions of government unconstitutional
the limits or territory with which authority may be exercised
list of items, found in Article 1 that set forth the authoritative capacity of Congress
local group of armed citizens
a change to the Constitution
the division of government into three branchesto prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
to treat disrespectfully

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a system that prevents any one part of the government from becoming too powerful by giving different parts the power to control each othe
clause in Article that gives Congress the power to "make all laws... necessary and proper" to carry out their other powers
a meeting held for the purpose of proposing and voting on amendments
the adding of the Bill of Rights protections to the states through court decisions
to revoke by legislative enactment
full confidence, freedom from doubt
forceful, energetic
to influence

18 Clues: to influence • forceful, energetic • to treat disrespectfully • a change to the Constitution • local group of armed citizens • to revoke by legislative enactment • full confidence, freedom from doubt • on of the seven main divisions of the Constitution • the limits or territory with which authority may be exercised • ...

legislative vocab 2022-02-08

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annual series of meetings
when intentionally giving false or misleading information when called to testify under oath
a committee composed of some members of a larger committee, board, or other body and reporting to it.
list of bills eligible for floor consideration
veto rejection of a presidential or administrative action by a vote of one or both houses of Congress without the consent of the president.
administrative summons, judicially enforceable demand for records issued by a government authority
government official currently holding office
committees a committee whose members are from two or more different organizations, or from both chambers of a bicameral legislative body
containing two branches or houses
drawing of legislative district boundaries to benefit party, group, incumbent
house of representatives formally charges elected official that commits crime or does something else bad
rejection of bill pasted by congress
veto formal decision to reject bill passed by congress after it adjourns
pro tempore temporary presiding officer of the senate in the vice presidents absence
political action committees; a private group that raises and distributes funds for use in election campaigns.
set a congressional bill aside in committee without considering it.
budget government statement of predicted tax revenues and expenditures
of the whole committee of the people on the floor of the House in which all revenue and most other bills are discussed. closed rule

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redistribution of seats in house of representatives based on population
senate tradition of unlimited debate, loosely defined term for action designed to prolong debate and delay or prevent a vote on a bill, resolution, amendment, etc
meeting of local members of a political party where they register their preference among candidates running for office or select delegates to attend a convention.
barrel legislation legislation that gives tangible benefits to constituents in several districts or states in the hope of winning their votes in return
Unpopular provision added to an important bill certain to pass so that it will "ride" through the legislative process.
formal condemnation and/or disapproval; public reprimanding of politician or politcal party
resolution expression of opinion either in the House or Senate to settle procedural matters in either body
one house or single chamber legislature
a persons represented by legislator or other elected politician
proposed law that requires both houses approval to pass which the president can sign off on or veto
committees permanent panels identified as such in chamber rules
leader legislative position in the house of representatives, elected by majority party to act as their spokesperson and foster cohesion
interest group organized to influence government decisions, especially legislation. To lobby is to attempt to influence such decisions
senate procedure that limits further consideration of a pending proposal to thirty hours in order to end a filibuster
the minimum number of legislators of deliberate assembly that is necessary for them to work
member of Congress who aids the majority or minority leader
bill the passage, by Congress, of a spending bill specifying the amount of authorized funds that actually will be allocated for an agency's use.
portion of income that goes towards state, national government
commerce general term for transportation and transactions across the state borders
An arrangement in which two or more members of Congress agree in advance to support each other's bills.
willful disobedience or open disrespect of the orders,
committees a small legislative committee appointed for a special purpose.

40 Clues: annual series of meetings • containing two branches or houses • rejection of bill pasted by congress • one house or single chamber legislature • government official currently holding office • list of bills eligible for floor consideration • willful disobedience or open disrespect of the orders, • member of Congress who aids the majority or minority leader • ...

Parliament 2020-09-29

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After a Bill is approved by both Houses of Parliament it goes the the Governor or Governor General for Royal...
The party with the most seats in the lower house
The name of the Victorian upper house is the Legislative...
The current Victorian Premier is called Dan...
Represents the Crown at state level
A member of Parliament in charge of a portfolio.
The Federal lower house is called the House of...
What members of Parliament do during the Sexcond Reading

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The process through which Australians vote for their representatives in Parliament
Law made by Parliament is called .... Law
Where is Federal Parliament?
Australia's Prime Minister is called Scott...
The Federal upper house.
The name of the Victorian lower house is the Legislative...
The name of an idea for a law.
The number of readings that a Bill must go through to become Law

16 Clues: The Federal upper house. • Where is Federal Parliament? • The name of an idea for a law. • Represents the Crown at state level • Law made by Parliament is called .... Law • Australia's Prime Minister is called Scott... • The current Victorian Premier is called Dan... • The party with the most seats in the lower house • A member of Parliament in charge of a portfolio. • ...

The Sweetness Year 2024-02-09

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Chemical found in over 90% of your body
Crowe’s best film
Illiniwek’s rank
Place to throw
Birth ride lullabye-ists? (shortened)
A good feeling
Kerr-name for Bill
"I Got You, ____"
____ mama
Second name of the first born
Saturday morning fare
One size up

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_______ in every room
Site of the Manor
Donald ____
Secondary district of your yore
Williams, the preferred
San ___
Luckiest "Succession" character
Joey of Coney Island
Mack Daddy’s whip
A good guy
Middle of the Pack
Meet month
Personal holiday
Not worth it to see them even if they give away this?

26 Clues: San ___ • ____ mama • A good guy • Meet month • Donald ____ • One size up • Place to throw • A good feeling • Illiniwek’s rank • Personal holiday • Site of the Manor • Crowe’s best film • Mack Daddy’s whip • "I Got You, ____" • Kerr-name for Bill • Middle of the Pack • Joey of Coney Island • _______ in every room • Saturday morning fare • Williams, the preferred • Second name of the first born • ...

Civil Rights Crossword 2023-11-20

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Amendment that guaranteed civil rights
Freed the slaves, presented a rejected Reconstruction plan
Refused to give up her bus seat to a white man
Full name of a racist terrorist organization
A series of riots where children were spray
One of many systems put in place to prevent freedmen from voting, involved your ancestors
The first impeached president, led Reconstruction
Boycott staged by MLK, his first
Another movement inspired by the Civil Rights Movement

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A practice engineered to dig freedmen deeper into debt, only benefitting rich white farmers
Full name (middle initial) of the president that supported Civil Rights and got a man on the moon
Amendment that protected voting rights (not women's)
Full name of the court case that integrated schools
Believed violence should be embraced to gain rights
Gave a famous speech at the Lincoln Memorial
First African-American baseball player since 1889
Full name of the man who inspired MLK by using peaceful protests
Was six years old when she fought to be let into school
Amendment that freed the slaves
Group of boycotters using a bus

20 Clues: Amendment that freed the slaves • Group of boycotters using a bus • Boycott staged by MLK, his first • Amendment that guaranteed civil rights • A series of riots where children were spray • Gave a famous speech at the Lincoln Memorial • Full name of a racist terrorist organization • Refused to give up her bus seat to a white man • ...

The Civil Rights Movement 2025-03-01

The Civil Rights Movement crossword puzzle

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– "The right fought for in 1965 Act"
– "Protest by refusing to buy or use"
– "'I Have a Dream,' for example"
– "Nonviolent lunch counter protest"
– "Site of a historic voting rights march"
– "Civil rights organization"
– "___ Riders fought segregation"
– "Racist segregation laws"

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– "Civil ___ Act of 1964"
– "Large organized protest walk"
– "First name of a bus protest icon"
– "Montgomery ___ Boycott"
– "Student-led civil rights group"
– "First name of slain activist Evers"
– "Leader of the March on Washington"

15 Clues: – "Civil ___ Act of 1964" • – "Montgomery ___ Boycott" • – "Racist segregation laws" • – "Civil rights organization" • – "Large organized protest walk" • – "'I Have a Dream,' for example" • – "___ Riders fought segregation" • – "Student-led civil rights group" • – "The right fought for in 1965 Act" • – "First name of a bus protest icon" • – "Nonviolent lunch counter protest" • ...

Slinsgby Partners Crossword 2025-04-23

Slinsgby Partners Crossword crossword puzzle

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A collection of intellectual property assets owned by an individual or organization.
The entity or person who grants the rights to use intellectual property.
A payment made to the owner of intellectual property for the right to use it.
A sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin.
Rights granted exclusively to the holder of a patent, trademark, or copyright.
A form of intellectual property that grants exclusive rights to a new invention.
A legal contract that prevents sharing confidential information.
A recognizable sign, design, or expression that distinguishes products or services.
The legal doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission.
A material used in electronics that may be patented for design or innovation.
The entity or person who receives the rights to use intellectual property.
A status indicating that a patent application has been filed but not yet granted.

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The unauthorized use of copyrighted material.
The act of copying someone else’s work or ideas without proper acknowledgment.
A work created by an employee within the scope of employment, where the employer owns the IP.
A legal right granted to the creator of original works to control reproduction and distribution.
The process of granting permission to use intellectual property.
An imitation of something, typically a product, made with the intent to deceive.
Technology used to control the use of digital content and devices.
A government office that manages the registration of trademarks.
A trademark used by members of a cooperative or association.
Information, processes, or formulas that a company keeps confidential to maintain an advantage.
The creation of new ideas, products, or methods, often linked to patents.
A patent granted for the ornamental design of an object.
The violation of someone else's intellectual property rights.

25 Clues: The unauthorized use of copyrighted material. • A patent granted for the ornamental design of an object. • A trademark used by members of a cooperative or association. • The violation of someone else's intellectual property rights. • The process of granting permission to use intellectual property. • A government office that manages the registration of trademarks. • ...

Bill 2022-07-01

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my favourite event with running
this insect collects pollen
my middle name
my favourite type of vehicle that i can ride

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my favourite subject
the month my birthday
my favourite singer[shes in the class
the oppisite of ugly
mrs deacon favourite 2/3/4 child

9 Clues: my middle name • my favourite subject • the oppisite of ugly • the month my birthday • this insect collects pollen • my favourite event with running • mrs deacon favourite 2/3/4 child • my favourite singer[shes in the class • my favourite type of vehicle that i can ride

Civil Rights, Workers Rights, Education Rights 2021-01-29

Civil Rights, Workers Rights, Education Rights crossword puzzle

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The country where Gandhi was born.
In Pakistan, Malala fought for girls to be able to go to _________.
Cesar Chavez organized a boycott of ___ .
This class.
Cesar Chavez was born in ___________ ,
___, Se Puede! It Can Be Done!
______ Rights. Equal treatment. Rights WE ALL should have.
_________ Luther King, Jr.

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To motivate people to get things done
To be respected or to show respect
The country where Malala was born.
The Georgia city where MLK, Jr. was born.
Cesar. He organized Migrant Farm Workers
Sunday will be the first day of _________ .
A young Pakistani woman, Nobel Prize winner
A famous civil rights leader from India
A factual story. Not Fake.

17 Clues: This class. • A factual story. Not Fake. • _________ Luther King, Jr. • ___, Se Puede! It Can Be Done! • To be respected or to show respect • The country where Malala was born. • The country where Gandhi was born. • To motivate people to get things done • Cesar Chavez was born in ___________ , • A famous civil rights leader from India • Cesar. He organized Migrant Farm Workers • ...

Review: States' Rights and Federal Authority 2024-12-02

Review: States' Rights and Federal Authority crossword puzzle

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Key U.S. Supreme Court decisions expanded federal _____ through the Civil War and Reconstruction
In dealing with the _____ , the “New Deal” strengthened the federal government again in the 1930s.
_____ powers are any powers that state governments keep under the Tenth Amendment.
Throughout the country’s history, the state and federal governments of the United States have struggled over _____.
How should power be distributed among local, state, and federal governments?
_____ governments are responsible for local issues like education, voting, and police protection.
This is known as the “_____ Clause” because of its flexibility.
In a _____ central government has limited powers and depends on the consent of the individual units to implement decisions.
The U.S. Congress also can pass any laws that are “_____” to carry them out.
Under the Articles of Confederation the states retain _____ and can ignore the central government’s decisions if they choose.
A system of government that divides government power between a national government and regional governments.
Expressed,or _____ powers are those listed in the Constitution as belonging to the federal government.
In a _____ the individual units (states) retain most of the sovereignty and delegate limited powers to a central authority.
Powers shared by both federal and state governments.

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The Court ____ federal authority in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
_____ are usually held together by agreements rather than a strong national constitution.
More than_____ government is in charge in the United States
The _____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, known as the states' rights amendment, is the last amendment in the Bill of Rights.
The ______ government is responsible for broader governance like the economy and national defense.
Federal laws take priority over state laws if the two come into conflict due to the _____ Clause.
_____ laws generally supersede state laws in case of conflict.
There is typically a strong national _____ that limits the power of regional governments.
The _____ plays a large role in defining implied powers when it tests whether federal laws are constitutional.
In a _____ power is shared between a central and regional governments with the central government holding significant authority.
The federal government also holds _____ powers that aren’t listed in the Constitution but are needed to carry out other powers.
The states' rights amendment limits the federal government to the _____ powers outlined in the Constitution.
Confederations are usually held together by _____ rather than a strong national constitution.
The _____ government has direct authority over both the states and the citizens.

28 Clues: Powers shared by both federal and state governments. • More than_____ government is in charge in the United States • _____ laws generally supersede state laws in case of conflict. • This is known as the “_____ Clause” because of its flexibility. • The Court ____ federal authority in the late 1800s and early 1900s. • ...

Civil War Crossword: USE LAST NAMES FOR PEOPLE 2023-05-15

Civil War Crossword: USE LAST NAMES FOR PEOPLE crossword puzzle

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This was a method for sedating soldiers during surgeries
Gave the Gettysburg Address
Bloodiest day of the Civil War came from this battle
Who has the best decorations
Which side had a higher population in the Civil War?
Color of Confederate uniforms
led the march to the sea
This changed people's perception of war, showing the gruesome reality of war
The Confederate general who won the first major battle of the Civil War
Color of Union uniforms
Union states that still had slavery were ________ states
What you do when you meet expectations
This is the state of the most famous african-american regiment
The Confederate general that surrendered
This Union general was often too afraid to attack
This Union general later became president

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This document has amendments and the Bill of Rights
The battle of Hampton Roads featured the first use of these types of ships
This side of the Civil War executed a naval blockade that limited supplies getting to their enemies
The most common medical procedure
what was the most common communication technology during the civil war?
This side of the Civil War had better generals and fought in familiar territory
The main cause of the Civil War
President Lincoln is in the hall of fame for what sport?
Turning point of the Civil War

25 Clues: Color of Union uniforms • led the march to the sea • Gave the Gettysburg Address • Who has the best decorations • Color of Confederate uniforms • Turning point of the Civil War • The main cause of the Civil War • The most common medical procedure • What you do when you meet expectations • The Confederate general that surrendered • This Union general later became president • ...

Articles of Confederation & Constitutional Convention 2021-10-22

Articles of Confederation & Constitutional Convention crossword puzzle

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A change or an addition to the constitution
1787; a meeting to discuss making changed to the Articles of Confederation; resulted in writing the US Constitution
1787; a law to expand the United States; organized western lands into equal states
FOR the constitution; wanted a strong government
1st constitution of the United States of America; created a weak central government

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Solved issues on representation between large and small states; created 2 houses of Congress - Senate (equal, 2 per state) & House of Representative (based on state population)
"Father of the Constitution," Federalist leader
the first 10 amendments of the Constitution
AGAINST the constitution; wanted a Bill of Rights
Approval of the states by a vote
3 out of 5 slaves would be counted toward state population and taxes

11 Clues: Approval of the states by a vote • the first 10 amendments of the Constitution • A change or an addition to the constitution • "Father of the Constitution," Federalist leader • FOR the constitution; wanted a strong government • AGAINST the constitution; wanted a Bill of Rights • 3 out of 5 slaves would be counted toward state population and taxes • ...

The Legislative Branch- Test Your Knowledge 2017-09-18

The Legislative Branch- Test Your Knowledge crossword puzzle

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a bill passed by the Legislature
period during which the Legislature meets
a statement of the financial position of an administration for a definite period of time based on estimates of expenditures during the period and proposals for financing them
a person chosen or elected to speak and act on behalf of others in the Senate
a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision
presiding officer of the House of Representatives, elected by the members of the House, at the beginning of each session
any alteration made or proposed to a bill, motion, or clause thereof by adding, changing, substituting, or omitting
the elected executive to head the State of South Dakota
an informal organization of members of each political party of the House or the Senate, or both, that exists to discuss issues of mutual concern and possibly to perform legislative research and policy planning for its members
a procedure by which a specified number of voters may propose a statute, constitutional amendment, or ordinance, and compel a popular vote on its adoption
a group of legislators of the same political party who have the fewest number of elected members
a proposed law introduced during a session for consideration by the Legislature
a person chosen or elected to speak and act on behalf of others in the House of Representatives
the geographic division of the state represented by a legislator
the fundamental organic law of the state
a form of legislation expressing the opinion of the Legislature. It does not have the force of law

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a procedure used in the Legislature whereby a committee or a member from the floor will move to strike everything after the enacting clause of a bill and insert in lieu thereof the substance of an entirely new bill
may mean a group of related chapters in the code or the title of a bill or other proposal
the upper house in the bicameral legislature
a person who advocates a proposal, project, or practice
a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward
a title given to the presiding officer of the Senate held by virtue of the office of Lieutenant Governor
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal, project or practice.
a list of items to be discussed at a committee meeting
a group of legislators that hold hearings to determine if the proposed bill should go forward to the house for passage
the legislative body of the state
termination of a meeting; occurs at the close of each legislative day upon completion of business
a group of legislators of the same political party who have the greatest number of elected members and who control the leadership positions
a citizen who resides within the district of a legislator
an amount of money that is spent on something
money set aside by formal action for a specific use
includes all amounts of money (i.e. taxes and/or fees) received from sources outside the state government
a person elected by the citizens to make laws
an official record of the proceedings of a meeting.
a legislator elected by members of the political party to assist party leadership

35 Clues: a bill passed by the Legislature • the legislative body of the state • the fundamental organic law of the state • period during which the Legislature meets • the upper house in the bicameral legislature • an amount of money that is spent on something • a person elected by the citizens to make laws • money set aside by formal action for a specific use • ...

Legislative Branch 2024-04-09

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30 years old, 9 year resident, resident of representated state
amount of senators per state
members with gross misconduct may be thrown out of office
Two houses
25 years old, 7 year resident, resident of state and district
research's the bill and will either recommend the bill or kill the bill
Made up of the US Senate and House of Representaives

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head of the Senate
formally reprimand, written in the record
term of office as a congressman
determines the number of representaives in each state
term of office as a senator

12 Clues: Two houses • head of the Senate • term of office as a senator • amount of senators per state • term of office as a congressman • formally reprimand, written in the record • Made up of the US Senate and House of Representaives • determines the number of representaives in each state • members with gross misconduct may be thrown out of office • ...

CRCT Review 2014-03-28

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combination of mixed & command economy
a limit on goods sold
saved Haiti
leader is the president
saved Mexico
small government in control
citizens have no rights
government in control of business
a tax on goods
citizens have rights
defeated the Aztecs
saved Venezuela
stopping trade with a country

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business owner& customers in control
leader is the prime minister
defeated the Incas
citizens have little rights
leader of the Incas
based on traitions, hunting, and gathering
one central & several regional authorites
leader of the Aztecs
on person in control

22 Clues: saved Haiti • saved Mexico • a tax on goods • saved Venezuela • defeated the Incas • leader of the Incas • defeated the Aztecs • leader of the Aztecs • citizens have rights • on person in control • a limit on goods sold • leader is the president • citizens have no rights • citizens have little rights • small government in control • leader is the prime minister • stopping trade with a country • ...

crossword 2018-11-18

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The colonists created their own ________ to battle British soldiers
Colonists spread ________ to sway the public´c opinion
Colonial Legislator would send letter to __________ and other colonies.
Tax collectors were__________ by angry colonists
of Rights Document sent to the king identifying the 10 rights held by the colonists
Revere This person created the bloody massacre engraving
of happiness The 10 rights identified by the colonist included_______________.
Acts The first continental Congress was called together after the ______
Riders The colonist used __________ to spread news throughout the colonies
Adams Leader of Sons of Liberty

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Harbor Where the colonist protested the tea tax by throwing tea in the _________________.
of Liberty Group that help support the boycotts by making good at home
Where the first Continental congress was held
The committees of correspondence was created share ideas and____________________ on how to challenge British laws
Colonist stole guns and _______ to fire them.
Most popular form of protesting
Colonial Legislators would ________ their issues and the intrusions on their rights.
The colonist fought for their ________.
This many people died in the Boston massacre

19 Clues: Most popular form of protesting • Adams Leader of Sons of Liberty • The colonist fought for their ________. • This many people died in the Boston massacre • Where the first Continental congress was held • Colonist stole guns and _______ to fire them. • Tax collectors were__________ by angry colonists • Colonists spread ________ to sway the public´c opinion • ...

Easton's Government Crossword 2025-04-16

Easton's Government Crossword crossword puzzle

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There are 435 of these people who help represent a specific state
A organized choice by vote for a position
Level of government that governs local or public matters
The president may do this to get someone out of trouble with the law
The governing body of the nation, state, or community
Branch of government that interprets the law
A national body,that of the US (Legislative)
Level of government that governs a specific state
A plan for how an organization will be governed
Branch of government that carries out the law

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Each state has two of these people who serve in the legislative branch
The position or status of being a citizen of a particular country
The system of government that the US follows
level of government that governs the whole country
The first 10 amendments to the constitution
Branch of government that makes the laws
Serves as the chief of the executive branch
A change or addition to a text (Constitution)
A constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body
How many amendments are there on the Bill of Rights
The person who takes over if the president dies or leaves office

21 Clues: Branch of government that makes the laws • A organized choice by vote for a position • The first 10 amendments to the constitution • Serves as the chief of the executive branch • The system of government that the US follows • Branch of government that interprets the law • A national body,that of the US (Legislative) • A change or addition to a text (Constitution) • ...

Civil Rights, Workers Rights, Education Rights 2021-01-29

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Cesar Chavez organized a boycott of grapes.
___, Se Puede! It Can Be Done!
A famous civil rights leader from India
The Georgia city where MLK, Jr. was born.
This class.
To motivate people to get things done
A factual story. Not Fake.

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A young Pakistani woman, Nobel Prize winner
______ Rights. Equal treatment. Rights WE ALL should have.
In Pakistan, Malala fought for girls to be able to go to _________.
The country where Malala was born.
Sunday will be the first day of _________ .
Cesar. He organized Migrant Farm Workers
The country where Gandhi was born.
_________ Luther King, Jr.
Cesar Chavez was born in ___________ ,
To be respected or to show respect

17 Clues: This class. • _________ Luther King, Jr. • A factual story. Not Fake. • ___, Se Puede! It Can Be Done! • The country where Malala was born. • The country where Gandhi was born. • To be respected or to show respect • To motivate people to get things done • Cesar Chavez was born in ___________ , • A famous civil rights leader from India • Cesar. He organized Migrant Farm Workers • ...

Civil Rights, Workers Rights, Education Rights 2021-01-29

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Cesar Chavez organized a boycott of ___ .
___, Se Puede! It Can Be Done!
A famous civil rights leader from India
The Georgia city where MLK, Jr. was born.
This class.
To motivate people to get things done
A factual story. Not Fake.

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A young Pakistani woman, Nobel Prize winner
______ Rights. Equal treatment. Rights WE ALL should have.
In Pakistan, Malala fought for girls to be able to go to _________.
The country where Malala was born.
Sunday will be the first day of _________ .
Cesar. He organized Migrant Farm Workers
The country where Gandhi was born.
_________ Luther King, Jr.
Cesar Chavez was born in ___________ ,
To be respected or to show respect

22nd Amendment 2021-09-29

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Initials of the President who served the most terms
The maximum number of terms a president can serve
The position this amendment applies to

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There are 27 in the Bill of Rights
The most terms ever served by a president

5 Clues: There are 27 in the Bill of Rights • The position this amendment applies to • The most terms ever served by a president • The maximum number of terms a president can serve • Initials of the President who served the most terms

Career Prep Vocab words 2023-12-05

Career Prep Vocab words crossword puzzle

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pricing = How much a product costs per unit or weight of volume.
= A promise about how long a product will last without breaking.
= A trade for one item or another.
Contract = A promise by a store or company to fix a product if it breaks within a certain time.
Bureau = A business that put together credit reports.
payment = The smallest payment that is accepted.
= A sudden act, done without thinking it through.
= A written request for money or something you bought.
Report = A report of whether you paid your bills or loans on time.
= Money that is borrowed and must be paid back.

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= Something you would like but can do without.
= A charge for borrowing money
= Something you must have.
Fee = An extra charge when a bill is not paid on time.
Date = The date by which a bill should be paid.
– A return of your money when you bring an item back to the store.
= Money loaned to you by a bank, store, or credit card company to pay for things you buys.
= Someone who buys something.
Card = A card that lets you buy something now and pay later.
= A person who agrees to pay for someone else’s credit card bill if that person can’t pay it.

20 Clues: = Something you must have. • = Someone who buys something. • = A charge for borrowing money • = A trade for one item or another. • = Something you would like but can do without. • Date = The date by which a bill should be paid. • = Money that is borrowed and must be paid back. • payment = The smallest payment that is accepted. • ...

BHM 2024-02-05

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Noted novelist and social critic
The inclusion of different types of people
A right fought for through voting rights campaigns
First Black man to win an Oscar for Best Actor
Famous institute founded by Booker T. Washington
Sought in all aspects of life and law
End of a painful era of slavery
A music genre that originated in African American communities

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Abolitionist and author of 'Narrative of the Life'
To introduce something new, a common thread in Black history
Anti-apartheid revolutionary from South Africa
What civil rights activists fight for
Civil Rights icon who took a historic bus ride
Celebrated poet and author of 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings'
Leader known for his dream of equality
The ultimate goal of civil rights movements
Rich traditions and customs celebrated during this month
A New York neighborhood central to Black culture
First Black president of the United States
Conductor of the Underground Railroad

20 Clues: End of a painful era of slavery • Noted novelist and social critic • What civil rights activists fight for • Sought in all aspects of life and law • Conductor of the Underground Railroad • Leader known for his dream of equality • The inclusion of different types of people • First Black president of the United States • The ultimate goal of civil rights movements • ...

GA Government Crossword 2024-04-18

GA Government Crossword crossword puzzle

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How judges in Georgia are chosen
Type of law where a crime has been broken
This word on the Georgia seal represents the legislative branch.
A committee where both houses meet to discuss different versions of the same bill.
The purpose of Georgia's judicial branch is to ___ the laws
The purpose of Georgia's legislative branch is to ___ the laws
An idea for a law formally written by a legislator.
Type of law dealing with disputes

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The head of Georgia's executive branch.
Court that review cases that have already been tried by a lower court.
A permanent committee.
A group that discusses a bill to decide if it should continue in the legislative process.
Where the majority of the state's money comes from.
Has two chambers or houses, like Georgia's legislative branch.
Court with original jurisdiction
The purpose of Georgia's executive branch is to ___ the laws

16 Clues: A permanent committee. • How judges in Georgia are chosen • Court with original jurisdiction • Type of law dealing with disputes • The head of Georgia's executive branch. • Type of law where a crime has been broken • Where the majority of the state's money comes from. • An idea for a law formally written by a legislator. • ...

american civil rights movement 2022-05-26

american civil rights movement crossword puzzle

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inequality
U.S. Laws
Martin luther king jr
famous speech
protection equal protection for everybody
people born in u.s.have citizenship
killed because of his color
protest racial justice

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voting right act
white and black people were
signed the Civil rights act
freedom of speech
McCullough Truman biographer
for gay people to have rights
scholar Zechariah Chafee, Jr

Chapter 3: Creating Anglo-America 2024-08-30

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An unfair purchase of land by Pennsylvania that took advantage of the natives
A social conflict in Massachusetts that changed how testimonies were viewed
Leader of the Wampanoag, also called King Philip
A rebellion caused by tension between classes and restrictions on expansion
The Catholic King of England who was overthrown by the aristocracy
A war that occurred because of colonists encroaching on native land
A revolution in England by the aristocracy that increased the powers of Parliament and ousted the current monarch
An act that forced toleration of all protestants

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The Governor of Virginia, made corrupt deals in favor of the wealthy
A bill that shifted power from the monarchy to Parliament and reaffirmed citizens’ rights
The wealthy and ambitious leader of a rebellion in Virginia
A German-born colonist who controlled New York after the fall of King James II
The Quaker founder of Pennsylvania
A group of Christians who believed in religious and racial tolerance

14 Clues: The Quaker founder of Pennsylvania • Leader of the Wampanoag, also called King Philip • An act that forced toleration of all protestants • The wealthy and ambitious leader of a rebellion in Virginia • The Catholic King of England who was overthrown by the aristocracy • A war that occurred because of colonists encroaching on native land • ...

Robert Mugabe 2016-10-24

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Mugabe became the _____of Zimbabwe in 1987
Who was declared the winner of the first election between Mugabe and Tsvangirai?
What was the name of the bill that was signed into a law and was made to give black people the advantage in the economy?
In 1980, he was elected to be the _____ of the Republic of Zimbabwe
Birth place if Robert Mugabe

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What kind of people were not allowed to have rights in Zimbabwe under Mugabe's authority?
In 2008, a _____ was settled between Mugabe and Tsvangirai to resolve the tie in the election?
Robert Mugabe accused the United States and the United Kingdom of _____
Mugabe's prime minister and opponent in the 2013 election
Robert Mugabe began to reveal signs of _____ traits before the 2000 elections?
When was Mugabe born?
Southern Rhodesia was known as a _____ colony

12 Clues: When was Mugabe born? • Birth place if Robert Mugabe • Mugabe became the _____of Zimbabwe in 1987 • Southern Rhodesia was known as a _____ colony • Mugabe's prime minister and opponent in the 2013 election • In 1980, he was elected to be the _____ of the Republic of Zimbabwe • Robert Mugabe accused the United States and the United Kingdom of _____ • ...

The Legislative Branch, Part II 2017-01-08

The Legislative Branch, Part II crossword puzzle

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if two thirds of both houses agree with a bill, they may ? a President's veto
if the President does not agree with a bill, he ? it
only the ? may introduce bills to raise money
these powers are shared between state & national governments
an idea that a representative or a senator has that he/she would like to see become a law
these are unlisted powers that a government must have to run its affairs smoothly
Congress begins its meetings on the ? day of January
in order for a ? to be held, there must be a quorum
these are powers specifically given to Congress by the Constitution
these powers are given to the national government
if the President agrees with a bill, he signs it, and it becomes a ?
one person over half of the number of members
these are powers given to Congress that are general

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the power to declare ? is an example of a enumerated power
members of Congress cannot be ? during meetings or while going to or from meetings
these are powers that only the states have
Congress cannot issue titles of ?, like knights or lords
an ex post facto law ? people for a crime that was not a crime when they did it
the Constitution gives the Congress certain specific ?
representatives and senators are paid by the United States ?
the Constitution outlawed bills of ?, which convict and punish a person without a trial
to stop meeting
this clause Congress the power to make laws to carry out its responsibilities

23 Clues: to stop meeting • these are powers that only the states have • only the ? may introduce bills to raise money • one person over half of the number of members • these powers are given to the national government • in order for a ? to be held, there must be a quorum • these are powers given to Congress that are general • if the President does not agree with a bill, he ? it • ...

civil rights movement 2022-05-10

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wife of Martin Luther King Jr
police commission of Birmingham
civil rights activist that promoted non-violence in protests
signed the civil rights act of 1964, 1965, and 1968
Selma march were state troopers attacked with tear gas and billy clubs
thousands of students gathering to march to downtown Birmingham, Alabama
Ferguson, the supreme court case that declared separate is equal.
the person who refused to get off the bus
Bus Boycott, boycott sparked by Rosa Parks
the first black child to integrate an elementary school in the South

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assassinated president during the Civil Rights Movement
Muslim civil rights activist that promoted violence in protests
Laws, laws that enforced racial segregation
a supreme court case that ended racial segregation in public schools
the organization led by Martin Luther King Jr.
where the famous I Have A Dream speech took place
the group that led the black civil rights struggle
the day Martin Luther King Junior was assassinated
tactic used to protest racial segregation at restaurants
tactic used to protest segregated bus terminals

20 Clues: wife of Martin Luther King Jr • police commission of Birmingham • the person who refused to get off the bus • Bus Boycott, boycott sparked by Rosa Parks • Laws, laws that enforced racial segregation • the organization led by Martin Luther King Jr. • tactic used to protest segregated bus terminals • where the famous I Have A Dream speech took place • ...

Legislative Crossword Puzzle 2022-02-15

Legislative Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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has one branch (legislative)
of a body of government
spokesperson for a political party
the people that politicians represent
has two branches
someone in gov with an important position
congressional committee
officer in charge in w/o the vice

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committees under the standing rules
formally disapprove someone/thing
subdivision of a committee
the form used for most legislation
when supporters of a party or movement meet
when seats are re-distributed
to limit further consideration of a pending
assistant leader for a political party
political manipulating to favor one party
number of members whose presence is required
identifies bills and resolutions
to talk a bill to death

20 Clues: has two branches • of a body of government • congressional committee • to talk a bill to death • subdivision of a committee • has one branch (legislative) • when seats are re-distributed • identifies bills and resolutions • formally disapprove someone/thing • officer in charge in w/o the vice • the form used for most legislation • spokesperson for a political party • ...

Congress and the President 2016-05-21

Congress and the President crossword puzzle

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District lines must be ______; one must be able to draw the boundaries of the district with a single unbroken line.
This is a rule or regulation issued by the president that has the effect of law.
This resolution was passed by Congress in 1973; the president is limited in the deployment of troops overseas to a 60-day period in peacetime unless Congress explicitly gives its approval for a longer period.
This is the only officer of the House of Representatives specifically mentioned in the Constitution; the chamber's most powerful position; traditionally a member of the majority party.
This is a formal international agreement entered into by the president that does not require the advice and consent of the Senate.
The true leader of the Senate is the ______.
This is the process of allotting congressional seats to each state according to its proportion of the population, following the decennial census.
If Congress adjourns before the ten days the president has to consider a bill, the president can choose not to sign the bill, which is called a ______.
This chamber in Congress has a Committee on Rules.
This is the process of redrawing congressional districts to reflect increases or decreases in seats allotted to the states, as well as population shifts within a state.
The Constitution specifies that the presiding officer of the Senate is the ______ of the United States.

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This is a petition that gives a majority of the House of Representatives the authority to bring an issue to the floor in the face of committee inaction.
This is a term for vote trading.
This is a session in which committee members offer changes to a bill before it goes to the floor.
This is the mechanism requiring the vote of sixty senators to cut off debate. This is the one way senators may end a filibuster.
This is a special joint committee created to reconcile differences in bills passed by the House and Senate.
This is an executive grant providing restoration of all rights and privileges of citizenship to a specific individual charged or convicted of a crime.
This is a role played by an elected representative who uses his or her own best judgement to make decisions.
This is the drawing of congressional districts to produce a particular electoral outcome without regard to the shape of the district.
This is an implied presidential power that allows the president to refuse to disclose information regarding confidential conversations or national security to Congress or the judiciary.
This is a role played by an elected representative who votes the way his or her constituents would want.

21 Clues: This is a term for vote trading. • The true leader of the Senate is the ______. • This chamber in Congress has a Committee on Rules. • This is a rule or regulation issued by the president that has the effect of law. • This is a session in which committee members offer changes to a bill before it goes to the floor. • ...

Crossword Homework Quiz 1 Vocab 2024-01-25

Crossword Homework Quiz 1 Vocab crossword puzzle

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the right and power of government to enforce its decisions and compel obedience
representative form of government with limits on power and people retain rights guaranteed by a constitution
government system in which the people govern, either directly or through elected representatives
the process by which we determine "who gets what, when and how" of the valued goods in our society
determining what can reasonably be believed and then using the information to reach a thoughtful conclusion
supporters of the Constitution and a stronger national government
the 1st 10 amendments to the Constitution
peoples' acceptance of the right and power of government to exercise authority; goes beyond a mere legal right to a moral or ethical right
principle that the people are the ultimate source of governing authority and should have a voice in their governing
systematic study of government and politics
a system of government where sovereignty (power) is shared by the national government and the states

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principle that individuals should be free to act as they choose, provided they do not infringe unreasonably upon others
notion that all individuals are equal in their moral worth and thereby entitled to equal treatment under the law
widely shared and deep-seated beliefs of a country's people about politics
a commitment to personal initiative and self-sufficiency of each person
the idea that there are lawful restrictions on government's power
those who were against a strong national government and the proposed constitution
agreement by the Founding Fathers when drafting the Constitution which created a bi-cameral legislature with equal state representation in the Senate and representation based on population in the House of Representatives
a national government bounded by the constitution where powers are granted and stated specifically and other powers are expressly denied.
the ability of persons, groups or institutions to influence political developments and the decisions of others

20 Clues: the 1st 10 amendments to the Constitution • systematic study of government and politics • the idea that there are lawful restrictions on government's power • supporters of the Constitution and a stronger national government • a commitment to personal initiative and self-sufficiency of each person • ...

Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment 2024-01-11

Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment crossword puzzle

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He would work with gravity and would create calculus
He believed laws should be made to better society
The sun is the center of the universe
Emperor of Austria that would increase the rights of his people.
He asserted that a governments purpose was to protect natural rights
Monarchs that accepted ideas of the reformation
He would stress experimentation and observation
He argued for freedom of speech and religion
He is considered the father of capitalism
The method for conducting scientific research
He would emphasize human reasoning
German astronomer that used Brahe's data to calculate the orbits of the planets.
Founder of chemistry
He would map of the circulatory system.
Polish scholar who proposed the world was heliocentric

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Informal gatherings where philosophers would share their ideas
Empress of Russia that would increase the rights of her people
Danish astronomer that would collect astronomical data
He argued that government must create laws and people must be willing to give up rights in order to be protected from the evil of man
King of Prussia that would increase rights for his people.
An agreement in which people give up their freedom for an organized society
He argued for separation of powers
He would create the encyclopedia
Helped improved the telescope, worked with gravity, and got in trouble with the church for saying the Earth revolved around the sun.
Rights that you are born with
When a government restricts access to information
He would dissect cadavers and draw the anatomy of the human body.

27 Clues: Founder of chemistry • Rights that you are born with • He would create the encyclopedia • He argued for separation of powers • He would emphasize human reasoning • The sun is the center of the universe • He would map of the circulatory system. • He is considered the father of capitalism • He argued for freedom of speech and religion • ...

Ill Bill 2018-05-27

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First disease eradicated by vaccination (5,3)
To be "resistant" to a disease (8)
injection of a dead pathogen (7)
Made in bone marrow (5,5,5)
bind to antigens and fight invading pathogen (10)
These "eat" pathogen cells (10)
how a pathogen can be recognised (7)
Type of microbe that can cause small pox (5)

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Spanish word for cow (4)
Most of them were immune to small pox (4,5)
discovered vaccine for small pox (6, 6)
World Health Organisation (3)
a microbe that causes disease (8)
System that transports white blood cells (5)
A vaccine can include ............. produced by pathogen (6)

15 Clues: Spanish word for cow (4) • Made in bone marrow (5,5,5) • World Health Organisation (3) • These "eat" pathogen cells (10) • injection of a dead pathogen (7) • a microbe that causes disease (8) • To be "resistant" to a disease (8) • how a pathogen can be recognised (7) • discovered vaccine for small pox (6, 6) • Most of them were immune to small pox (4,5) • ...

Bill Nye 2024-10-30

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The transfer of energy through touch
The amount of heat required to raise the temp by 1
when 2 objects are the same temperature
energy involing tempeture
Heat moving hot to cold due to density
waves carrying energy
mass per unit of volume
The abillity to do work

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an object that allows energy to pass through it
How energy travels
Energy in motion
anything realated to heat
Energy that can turn kinetic
an object that does not allow energy to pass through it
the mesurement of heat

15 Clues: Energy in motion • How energy travels • waves carrying energy • the mesurement of heat • mass per unit of volume • The abillity to do work • anything realated to heat • energy involing tempeture • Energy that can turn kinetic • The transfer of energy through touch • Heat moving hot to cold due to density • when 2 objects are the same temperature • ...

Chloe & Bill 2025-10-21

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One of our favorite travel spots
Month of proposal
Maid of honor
Place of proposal
Wedding month
Chloe's first job
Chloe's middle name
Honeymoon destination

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Chloe's University
Bill's favorite sport
Chloe's happy place
First trip together
Where did they meet?
Bill's favorite sports team
How many years have they dated?

15 Clues: Maid of honor • Wedding month • Month of proposal • Place of proposal • Chloe's first job • Chloe's University • Chloe's happy place • First trip together • Chloe's middle name • Where did they meet? • Bill's favorite sport • Honeymoon destination • Bill's favorite sports team • How many years have they dated? • One of our favorite travel spots

birds 2022-04-20

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a place where large birds are kept.
small projections on the dorsal wall of the male
short hair-like feathers
the process a bird uses to clean and trim its feathers with its bill
feathers feathers that are black with different color edges
the area between the eye and the bill of the bird
gravel like material fed to birds that goes into the gizzard.
the fleshy portion of the bird that surrounds the beak.
small feathers that cover the base area on a birds wing
The breast bone of an animal
a nest of eggs or group of small birds

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the feathers that give bird it's outward form.
both the lower and uper segments of a birds bill
the longer contour feathers that extended beyond the body.
Feathers that have tips that that break down as they mature
the area in a birds ovieuct
the feathers on the back of the bird
small soft feathers located under the contour feathers
birds that are primarily yellow.
the top of the head
smaller feathers that cover the base of the quills.

21 Clues: the top of the head • short hair-like feathers • the area in a birds ovieuct • The breast bone of an animal • birds that are primarily yellow. • the feathers on the back of the bird • a place where large birds are kept. • a nest of eggs or group of small birds • the feathers that give bird it's outward form. • both the lower and uper segments of a birds bill • ...

Women's History Month 2024-03-18

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a writer and feminist activist, best known for her book "The Feminine Mystique"
an African-American investigative journalist, educator, and early leader in the civil rights movement, known for her pioneering work in documenting and publicizing the horrors of lynching in the United States.
a Pakistani education activist known for her advocacy of girls' education and human rights. She survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban and became the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate.
the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States
an African-American abolitionist and women's rights activist known for her powerful speeches and advocacy for the rights of both women and African Americans.
a social reformer and women's rights activist who helped organize the Seneca Falls Convention, the first women's rights convention in the United States, and played a key role in the suffrage movement.
a feminist icon and social-political activist known for co-founding Ms. magazine and her leadership in the women's liberation movement
a pioneering mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to NASA's space programs during the early years of space exploration.
the first African-American woman elected to the United States Congress and the first African-American major-party candidate for President of the United States

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a prominent figure in American politics, serving as First Lady and later as a diplomat and human rights activist
an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist known for her powerful writings, including the memoir "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings"
a civil rights activist known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her refusal to give up her seat to a white man sparked a wave of protests and became a symbol of the civil rights movement.
a labor leader and civil rights activist who co-founded the National Farmworkers Association, which later became the United Farm Workers, and played a key role in organizing the Delano grape strike and boycott.
an African-American abolitionist and political activist who escaped slavery and then made numerous missions to rescue enslaved people using the Underground Railroad
a leading figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United States
a marine biologist and conservationist whose book "Silent Spring" is credited with sparking the modern environmental movement by exposing the dangers of pesticides
a media mogul, television host, and philanthropist, and advocate for social issues and education
a politician, diplomat, and lawyer who served as First Lady of the United States, U.S. Senator from New York, and Secretary of State.
known as the "Queen of Soul," was a legendary singer and musician whose powerful voice and iconic songs, such as "Respect" and "Natural Woman," made her a cultural icon and a symbol of female empowerment.
an astronaut and physicist who became the first American woman in space when she flew aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger in 1983

20 Clues: the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States • a leading figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United States • a writer and feminist activist, best known for her book "The Feminine Mystique" • a media mogul, television host, and philanthropist, and advocate for social issues and education • ...

The Constitution 2024-05-05

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In May of 1787 delegates met in Philadelphia to revise the Articles of ____________
A solution to the concerns of unequal representation of small population states was the Great __________
He is referred to as the "Father of the Constitution"
This compromise was made to determine the inclusion of slaves into a state's population
Those who opposed the Constitution were ____-Federalists
After the Revolutionary War, few people would accept the national government's form of this

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The Bill of Rights are the first ten __________ of the Constitution; a change to the Constitution
Delegates from 12 states met at the Constitutional __________
Before the Constitution could become the law of the land 9 states had to ______ it
He led a rebellion against the government, Daniel _____
People felt a stronger central government would improve this

11 Clues: He is referred to as the "Father of the Constitution" • He led a rebellion against the government, Daniel _____ • Those who opposed the Constitution were ____-Federalists • People felt a stronger central government would improve this • Delegates from 12 states met at the Constitutional __________ • ...

Chapter Five Vocab 2023-11-09

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a procedure that allows each Senate to speak only one hour bill under debate
a system that gives the member of the majority party with the longest uninterrupted service on a particular committee the leadership of that committee
a temporary committee formed to study one specific issue and report its findings to the house or Senate.
authority shared by two or more committees
the people who work for house and Senate committees
the process is reassigning
a motion by all members of the Senate who are present to set aside formal rules and consider a bill from the calendar
a group within a standing committee that specializes in a subcategory of its standing committee's responsibility
a temporary joint committee set up when the House and the Senate have passed different versions of the same bill
as a whole
the Senate member, elected by the Senate, who stands in as president of the Senate in the absence of the vice president
a person whom a member of Congress has been elected to represent
a schedule that lists the order in which bills will be considered in congress
a permanent committee in congress that oversees bills that deal with certain kinds of issues

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elected official who is already in office
an assistant to the party floor leader in the legislature
a member of a lawmaker's personal staff who makes certain that the lawmaker is well informed about proposed legislation
legislature a two-chamber legislature
leader the Speaker's top assistant whose job is to help plan the majority party's legislative program and to steer important bills through the House
a population count
the minimum number of members who must be present to permit a legislative body to take official action
a vote of formal disapproval of a member's actions
a proposed law
the people who work directly for individual senators and representatives
a committee that consists of members from both the house and the 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 candidates for office
a motion placed on a bill in the Senate that alerts party leaders that if unanimous consent were to be sought, they would object
to draw a district's boundaries to gain an advantage in elections
a method of defeating a bill in the Senate by stalling the legislative process and preventing a vote
meeting
a member of a lawmaker's personal staff who handles requests for help from constituents
a member of a lawmaker's personal staff who runs the lawmaker's office, supervises the schedule, and gives advice
to set up a new district lines after reapportionment is complete
based on population, after every census

34 Clues: meeting • as a whole • a proposed law • a population count • the process is reassigning • legislature a two-chamber legislature • based on population, after every census • elected official who is already in office • authority shared by two or more committees • a vote of formal disapproval of a member's actions • the people who work for house and Senate committees • ...

Rights of a Child 2021-05-03

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Article 13 says children have the right to express these.
Everyone under this age has all the rights in this Convention
There are also 3 agreements called the ............. protocols
Children have a right to a legally registered nationality and a .......... (Article 7)
Article 36 says governments must protect children from all forms of this
Article 28 says children not only have a right to a clean one of these, but should also look after it

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The government should make the Convention known to ....... and children (Article 42)
Children's rights and .............
Children who break the law should not suffer cruel or ................ treatment (Article 37)
Governments should not allow children under this age to join the military
According to Article 23, governments must do all they can to support children with ...............
............ should develop each child's personality (Article 29)
A word to describe children who have had to flee from their own country (Article 22)
Article 11 means that governments should take steps to stop children being taken out of their ......... illegally
A place where children have the right to learn.
Children have the right to relax and ....... (Article 31)

16 Clues: Children's rights and ............. • A place where children have the right to learn. • Article 13 says children have the right to express these. • Children have the right to relax and ....... (Article 31) • Everyone under this age has all the rights in this Convention • There are also 3 agreements called the ............. protocols • ...

US Constitution 2022-11-02

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The war hero from the Battle of Bunker Hill who rebelled against the government after being forced to sell his farm.
The oldest delegate at the Constitutional Convention.
This branch of government enforces the laws.
The opening paragraph to the US Constitution which explains the 6 functions of government.
The 6th Amendment guarantees you will be supplied a ________ even if you cannot afford one.
The __________ Plan was made in favor of the larger states and helped set up the House of Representatives.
This branch of government judges the laws.
Article 5 covers the ______________.
Article 4 covers the ________ governments.

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The legislative body of the US that is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Wrote the Bill of Rights.
The highest court in the US court system.
This branch of government makes the laws.
The first state to approve the US Constitution.
The US's first constitution was called the Articles of ____________.
The 8th Amendment prevents _______ and unusual punishment.
The political party that supported the new US Constitution.
Every state has 2 of these no matter how big or small their state is.

18 Clues: Wrote the Bill of Rights. • Article 5 covers the ______________. • The highest court in the US court system. • This branch of government makes the laws. • This branch of government judges the laws. • Article 4 covers the ________ governments. • This branch of government enforces the laws. • The first state to approve the US Constitution. • ...

Chapter 11 Crossword 2020-05-05

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branch, The branch of government made up of courts and judges that make sure that state and national laws are applied fairly and correctly.
Of a city or town.
branch, The branch of government that enforces laws.
party, An organized group of people who share similar ideas about how to runthe government.
Something that a person should do.
Something that you must do.
An official request to the government signed by many citizens.

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branch, The branch of government that makes laws.
A member of a city; state; or town who has legal rights and responsibilities.
A group of people who listen to evidence and decide the outcome of a trial.
One of the sections into which a state is divided.
To refuse to sign a bill into law.
republic, A form of government in which representatives get their authority from the people, serve an established amount of time; and have sworn to uphold the United States Constitution.
To give of one’s time.

14 Clues: Of a city or town. • To give of one’s time. • Something that you must do. • To refuse to sign a bill into law. • Something that a person should do. • branch, The branch of government that makes laws. • One of the sections into which a state is divided. • branch, The branch of government that enforces laws. • An official request to the government signed by many citizens. • ...

Chapter 7.3 & "Settling the Northwest Territory" 2022-11-21

Chapter 7.3 & "Settling the Northwest Territory" crossword puzzle

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What did the Federalists think the power should be given to?
How many amendments were there in the Bill of Rights?
What we the Northwest Territory separated in?
How did the Anti-Federalists think the power should be given to?

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Which group was trying to get all the states to ratify the Constitution?
What did the Anti-Federalists want to be added to the Constitution?
How many Federalist papers were made?
How many land ordinances were passed?

8 Clues: How many Federalist papers were made? • How many land ordinances were passed? • What we the Northwest Territory separated in? • How many amendments were there in the Bill of Rights? • What did the Federalists think the power should be given to? • How did the Anti-Federalists think the power should be given to? • ...

birds 2022-04-20

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Feathers that have tips that that break down as they mature
the top of the head
small projections on the dorsal wall of the male
the longer contour feathers that extended beyond the body.
The breast bone of an animal
the feathers that give bird it's outward form.
the process a bird uses to clean and trim its feathers with its bill
feathers feathers that are black with different color edges

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birds that are primarily yellow.
the fleshy portion of the bird that surrounds the beak.
the area in a birds ovieuct
small soft feathers located under the contour feathers
the area between the eye and the bill of the bird
both the lower and uper segments of a birds bill
gravel like material fed to birds that goes into the gizzard.
smaller feathers that cover the base of the quills.
a place where large birds are kept.
short hair-like feathers
the feathers on the back of the bird
a nest of eggs or group of small birds
small feathers that cover the base area on a birds wing

Espanol: Capitulo 3 2023-02-21

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To take OR to drink
store
Credit card
Before you put on your shoes, you put on _____
Check/ bill
a drink
To buy
What you wear on a cold day
To live
Slang for “money” in lots of LA countries
To drink
purse/ bag

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Cash register
The dollar bill
When something costs a lot of money
cash
Last night
to decide
money
very expensive
When something is not expensive, it is ______
the owner
To give
Where you put your money
customer

25 Clues: cash • store • money • To buy • a drink • To give • To live • To drink • customer • to decide • the owner • Last night • purse/ bag • Credit card • Check/ bill • Cash register • very expensive • The dollar bill • To take OR to drink • Where you put your money • What you wear on a cold day • When something costs a lot of money • Slang for “money” in lots of LA countries • When something is not expensive, it is ______ • ...

Government section 3-4 2015-03-17

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formal device a person can be accused of a crime
government must act fairly and in accord with established rules in all that it does
criminal trial held after a minimal delay
admitting to something that could make yourself guilty
blanket search warrant
forced labor
prevent unjust arrests and imprisonments
seize by legal authority and take into custody
unconstitutional under the supreme court cases
the government must employ fair procedures and methods
death penalty
a court order authorizing a search
reasonable suspicion of a crime
evidence gained as a result of an illegal act by police cant be used against the person it was seized
one has been tried for a crime, can't try again for the same crime

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authority of each state to promote public health, safety, morals, and general welfare of it's people
honest or sincerity of intentions
bias, or unfairness
Legislative act that provides punishment of a person without a court trial
government must create fair policies and laws
requirement of police to read a persons rights to them before any questioning occurs
12 members decide whether a defendant is guilty
formal complaint that prosecutor lays before the grand jury
Judge alone hears the case
law applies to an act committed before passage of that law
citizen rights and equal protection of laws
the right to have privacy in a private place
formal accusation brought by grand jury on their own motion, rather than prosecutor
to protect against terrorism(act)
prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures and must have warrant and probable cause

30 Clues: forced labor • death penalty • bias, or unfairness • blanket search warrant • Judge alone hears the case • reasonable suspicion of a crime • honest or sincerity of intentions • to protect against terrorism(act) • a court order authorizing a search • prevent unjust arrests and imprisonments • criminal trial held after a minimal delay • citizen rights and equal protection of laws • ...

Gianna Guilas Constituion Crossword 2026-03-19

Gianna Guilas Constituion Crossword crossword puzzle

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The Third Amendment has to do with “______soldiers
It's hard to believe now, but at the time it seemed like the new nation might _______
The Bill of Rights, along with the ________, helps define not only our laws, but also who we are as a people
__________ had basically declared that neither it nor its citizens would be paying their debts back
The _______also called for proportional representation in both houses of congress
The ________Court is the highest court in the country, and their decisions overrule those of all other courts
The_______of________was the first constitution of the U.S
And the government starts off with no _____… beyond what we give it.
each state got one vote in __________ for a total of thirteen
Finally, the judicial branch is headed by the Supreme Court and its ________justices
The Fifth and ______Amendments deal with the rights of anyone accused of a crime
_______rebellion showed the weakness of the Articles
When our nation was founded, most countries were ruled by ____and_____
Political leaders from around the ______ were gathering to discuss changes to the Articles of Confederation

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Any law that conflicts with it is illegal, and declared illegal, and declared _______
The ______ Amendment says that Americans have the right to bear arms
In_________state representatives met to discuss changing the Articles of Confederation
First, there's the preamble, or introduction, which sets out the _______of the document
_______ delegates from twelve states met over the course of that summer to decide
The ______ Amendment is where we get our right to privacy
The ________Amendment describes people's right to a jury trial in civil cases
The Senate always has two representatives per _____
Since the Constitution's creation more than _____years ago, it's only been amended 27 times
There are a total of 435 five seats in the House of _______
Our legislative branch helps build our _______in a way that serves every corner of our nation

25 Clues: The Third Amendment has to do with “______soldiers • The Senate always has two representatives per _____ • _______rebellion showed the weakness of the Articles • The ______ Amendment is where we get our right to privacy • The_______of________was the first constitution of the U.S • There are a total of 435 five seats in the House of _______ • ...

Civil Rights Movement Puzzle 2023-05-25

Civil Rights Movement Puzzle crossword puzzle

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- first african american supreme court justice
- this group of federal troops had to be called in to Little Rock, Arkansas
- this city was regarded as the most segregated city in the U.S.
- American muslim minister and civil rights activist
- this is where Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous “I Have a Dream”
- outlawed slavery
- this 14 yr old boy was lynched causing national outrage
- name for segregation laws
- this case overturned Plessy v. Ferguson
- WEB du Bois was the founder of this organization
- this president sent federal troops to escort James Meredith into Ole Miss

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- rallying cry of the civil rights movement
- her actions influenced the start of the Montgomery Bus Boycott
- first african american baseball player
- the name for the summer of 1964
- Baptist minister from Atlanta who advocated for non-violent protests during the Civil Rights Movement
- civil rights activists who traveled in the south to draw attention to the south’s segregation of bus terminals
- most common form of protests during the civil rights movement
- this man was denied admission at Ole Miss due to his race
- this president desegregated armed forces

20 Clues: - outlawed slavery • - name for segregation laws • - the name for the summer of 1964 • - first african american baseball player • - this case overturned Plessy v. Ferguson • - this president desegregated armed forces • - rallying cry of the civil rights movement • - first african american supreme court justice • - WEB du Bois was the founder of this organization • ...

Fun Crossword Puzzle 2022-02-24

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separated from
convention held to start the womans rights movement
a way of travel
dislike of something or someone
group of people
withdraw from
unjust distinction in treatment of someone
formally put and end to something

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woman who helped begin woman's rights movement in the Seneca falls convention
man who headed peaceful protests and speeches to end racism
president from 1961-1963
woman who helped begin woman's rights movement in the Seneca falls convention
discrimination due to someones race, relgion, or thoughts
the rights to vote for power
rights of freedom to people or citizens
a way to fight something
work

17 Clues: work • withdraw from • separated from • a way of travel • group of people • president from 1961-1963 • a way to fight something • the rights to vote for power • dislike of something or someone • formally put and end to something • rights of freedom to people or citizens • unjust distinction in treatment of someone • convention held to start the womans rights movement • ...

The Bill Of Rights 2025-01-23

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The Third Amendment contradicts it
This Amendment recognizes that Americans have additional rights not stated in the Constitution

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The Freedom that supports the right of a person to articulate opinions and ideas without interference or retaliation from the government
This Amendment protects Americans right to bear arms

4 Clues: The Third Amendment contradicts it • This Amendment protects Americans right to bear arms • This Amendment recognizes that Americans have additional rights not stated in the Constitution • The Freedom that supports the right of a person to articulate opinions and ideas without interference or retaliation from the government

US Govt Unit 3 2025-03-06

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A more or less consistent set of beliefs about what policies government ought to pursue.
Election in which voters choose the candidates from each party who will run in the general election.
Limited rights of blacks. Literacy tests, grandfather clauses, and poll taxes limited black voting rights.
The channels through which people's concerns become political issues on the government's policy agenda. In the United States, linkage institutions include elections, political parties, interest groups, and the media.
Regularly scheduled elections at which voters make the final selection of officeholders.
Behaving differently, usually unfairly, toward the members of a group.
A law that prohibits the use of illegally obtained evidence in a criminal trial.
Separate but equal.
Policies designed to protect people against arbitrary or discriminatory treatment by government officials or individuals.
A person born in another country who has been granted citizenship.
Freedoms to think and act without government interference or fear of unfair legal treatment.
Organized groups that attempt to influence the government by electing their members to important government offices.
Person whose views are between conservative and liberal and may include some of both ideologies.
A citizen of another country.
A court order that requires police to bring a prisoner to court to explain why they are holding the person.
Political Action Committees, raise money for candidates &/or parties.
A person who believes government power, particularly in the economy, should be limited in order to maximize individual freedom.
An electoral system with two dominant parties that compete in national elections.
A group of citizens that decides whether there is sufficient evidence to accuse someone of a crime.
A policy designed to redress past discrimination against women and minority groups through measures to improve their economic and educational opportunities.

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A list of rights that police in the United States must read to suspects in custody before questioning them, pursuant to the Supreme Court decision in Miranda v. Arizona.
Organized efforts to bring about a particular result.
All the activities used by citizens to influence the selection of political leaders or the policies they pursue.
Fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.
Electoral contenders other than the two major parties. American third parties are not unusual, but they rarely win elections.
Engaging in activities aimed at influencing public officials, especially legislators, and the policies they enact.
The rules whereby governments attempt to control areas like media ownership and output.
The process by which we develop our political attitudes, values, and beliefs.
People who generally favor government action and view change as progress.
Commonly shared attitudes, beliefs, and core values about how government should operate.
A person who has citizenship based on birth in the United States or its territories.
Segregation resulting from economic or social conditions or personal choice.
1954 - The Supreme Court overruled Plessy v. Ferguson, declared that racially segregated facilities are inherently unequal and ordered all public schools desegregated.
An organization of people with some common interest who try to influence government decisions.
The prosecution of a person twice for the same offense.
First 10 amendments to the Constitution.
The place where people vote.
Racial segregation that is a direct result of law or official policy.

38 Clues: Separate but equal. • The place where people vote. • A citizen of another country. • First 10 amendments to the Constitution. • Organized efforts to bring about a particular result. • The prosecution of a person twice for the same offense. • A person born in another country who has been granted citizenship. • ...

Government and Citizenship in Texas 2025-05-02

Government and Citizenship in Texas crossword puzzle

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to give of one's time
something that you must do
the branch of government that enforces laws
a form of government in which representatives get their authority from the people, serve an established amount of time, and have sworn to uphold the United States Constitution
of a city or town
an organized group of people who share similar ideas about how to run a government

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a group of people who listen to evidence and decide the outcome of a trial legislative
something that a person should do
to refuse to sign a bill into law
an official request to the government signed by many citizens
the branch of government made up of courts and judges that make sure that state and national laws are applied fairly
the branch of government that makes laws
one of the sections into which a state is divided
a member of a city, state, or town who has legal rights and responsibilities

14 Clues: of a city or town • to give of one's time • something that you must do • something that a person should do • to refuse to sign a bill into law • the branch of government that makes laws • the branch of government that enforces laws • one of the sections into which a state is divided • an official request to the government signed by many citizens • ...

Constitution and Constitution Convention 2023-11-06

Constitution and Constitution Convention crossword puzzle

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The compromise increased political influence to the South by counting slaves partially.
"The proposed constitution lacked a Bill of Rights" Came from what group of people against the constitution?
The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people- is what principle of the constitution ?
Thought the rights of citizens would be better protected by having both federal and state levels of government.
Congress approved this document during the 1st Continental Congress, in which it told Britain they were fighting for their independence.

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"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." (What amendment put limits on the federal government
This compromise was large vs Small states over the amount of representation in government.
A prohibition (Forbidding) on electing religious leaders to government office goes against the amendment
Which amendmenBritainresponse to Britain quartering troops in colonist homes
The principle of government in which the central government and the states share and have different powers.

10 Clues: Which amendmenBritainresponse to Britain quartering troops in colonist homes • The compromise increased political influence to the South by counting slaves partially. • This compromise was large vs Small states over the amount of representation in government. • ...

Government Culminating Assignment 2023-01-09

Government Culminating Assignment crossword puzzle

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- the group with the most votes in an election
- a form of government that involves the people having a say in the process
- in this court, judges are called “justices”
- the process that occurs when a person wants to become a U.S citizen
- when power is divided among a central government
- when a branch of government has two chambers
- a plan that is made to decide how money is earned and spent
- The official document that our country is governed by
- areas of land that have clear and definable borders
- a written document that explains the reasoning behind a court’s decision

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- when a bill is rejected by the president
- our government has three of these that share the power and responsibilities
- our country’s first attempt at a new form of government
- when only one person is in charge of a nation
- this amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures
- the draft of a law
- protect the country, keep order, help citizens, and make laws
- the Court of Appeals has this number of judges present in the courtroom
- in 1870, this gave African Americans the right to vote
- the person hired to represent someone in court
- events that occur outside of the United States
- ⅔ of this branch of Congress must approve a bill in order for it to be put into law
- when one person takes over and controls a nation for their own benefit
- a group of people that study and revise a bill
- each state has this many Senators, no matter the size of the state

25 Clues: - the draft of a law • - when a bill is rejected by the president • - in this court, judges are called “justices” • - the group with the most votes in an election • - when a branch of government has two chambers • - when only one person is in charge of a nation • - events that occur outside of the United States • - a group of people that study and revise a bill • ...

Career Prep Words to know 2023-12-05

Career Prep Words to know crossword puzzle

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pricing = How much a product costs per unit or weight of volume.
= A promise about how long a product will last without breaking.
= A trade for one item or another.
Contract = A promise by a store or company to fix a product if it breaks within a certain time.
Bureau = A business that put together credit reports.
payment = The smallest payment that is accepted.
= A sudden act, done without thinking it through.
= A written request for money or something you bought.
Report = A report of whether you paid your bills or loans on time.
= Money that is borrowed and must be paid back.

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= Something you would like but can do without.
= A charge for borrowing money
= Something you must have.
Fee = An extra charge when a bill is not paid on time.
Date = The date by which a bill should be paid.
– A return of your money when you bring an item back to the store.
= Money loaned to you by a bank, store, or credit card company to pay for things you buys.
= Someone who buys something.
Card = A card that lets you buy something now and pay later.
= A person who agrees to pay for someone else’s credit card bill if that person can’t pay it.

Legislative Branch Crossword Puzzle 2021-11-08

Legislative Branch Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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Branch that makes laws
Leads the House of Representatives
How long a person serves office
Number of hous3 members based on this
has 100 members
Term of a legislature
Building where legislators work
Kamala Harris

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upper house
Has 3 branches
guidelines for our government
an idea before it is a law
Years a senator serves
Starts as a bill
To remove

15 Clues: To remove • upper house • Kamala Harris • Has 3 branches • has 100 members • Starts as a bill • Term of a legislature • Branch that makes laws • Years a senator serves • an idea before it is a law • guidelines for our government • How long a person serves office • Building where legislators work • Leads the House of Representatives • Number of hous3 members based on this

Sarah Barr 2012-02-16

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A person, esp. a public official, who institutes legal proceedings against someone
A judge's order that a case may not be discussed in public
The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after having taken an oath or affirmation
A judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which the person has been charged
When someone plans out a murder and goes through with it.
A writ ordering a person to attend a court
A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime
A crime, typically one involving violence, regarded as more serious than a misdemeanor, and usually punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death

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a reckless attack with intent to injure seriously
a jury that is unable to agree on a verdict
close questioning of a hostile witness in a court of law to discredit or throw a new light on the testimony already provided in direct examination
Reasonable grounds (for making a search, pressing a charge, etc.)
part of the Bill of Rights, protects against abuse of government authority in a legal procedure.
the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
the duty of proving a disputed charge
A worker, esp. a man, who supervises and directs other workers
An individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law
a warning that is required to be given by police in the United States to criminal suspects in police custody before they are interrogated to inform them about their constitutional rights.
The prosecution of a person twice for the same offense
An order to appear before a judge or magistrate, or the writ containing it
Fully in agreement
A formal written or spoken statement, esp. one given in a court of law.

22 Clues: Fully in agreement • the duty of proving a disputed charge • A writ ordering a person to attend a court • a jury that is unable to agree on a verdict • A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime • a reckless attack with intent to injure seriously • The prosecution of a person twice for the same offense • When someone plans out a murder and goes through with it. • ...

Unit 4 Crossword 2026-05-02

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Those who supported the Constitution and a strong federal government.
the legal theory that states can invalidate federal laws deemed unconstitutional.
19th-century steam-powered vessels that revolutionized American transportation, commerce, and westward expansion.
A chartered financial institution that belongs to the Federal Reserve.
Those who opposed the ratification of the Constitution unless a Bill of Rights was added and advocated for strong state governments.
The forced,often fatal relocation of approximately 100,000 Native Americans from their ancestral homelands.
the first organized women's rights convention in U.S. history, held in New York and led by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott.
A U.S. foreign policy declaring the Western Hemisphere closed to further European colonization.
founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormonism) in 1830 during the Second Great Awakening.
Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court that established judicial review and strengthened the federal government.
$15 million U.S. aquisition of 827,000 square miles of French territory, doubling the nation's size.

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Linked the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean via the Hudson River, making NYC the nation's premier port.
the first American art movement featuring romanticized, large-scale landscape paintings of the Hudson River Valley and the American West, led by artists like Thomas Cole.
7th President of the United States who championed "common man."
Known as the "Great Compromiser."
The British Royal Navy's forced seizure of sailors from American merchant ships.
3rd President of the United States.
Spanish ship that resulted in African slaves revolting aboard and a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision.
the intense, policy-driven preference for native-born inhabitants over immigrants, characterized by anti-immigrant sentiment and efforts to restrict immigration.
a durable agricultural tool designed to cut through thick, sticky Midwestern prairie soil without sticking.
political leaders are known as this because of their eagerness for war.

21 Clues: Known as the "Great Compromiser." • 3rd President of the United States. • 7th President of the United States who championed "common man." • Those who supported the Constitution and a strong federal government. • A chartered financial institution that belongs to the Federal Reserve. • political leaders are known as this because of their eagerness for war. • ...

The Legislative Branch- Test Your Knowledge 2017-09-18

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an informal organization of members of each political party of the House or the Senate, or both, that exists to discuss issues of mutual concern and possibly to perform legislative research and policy planning for its members
a person who advocates a proposal, project, or practice
the geographic division of the state represented by a legislator
the upper house in the bicameral legislature
money set aside by formal action for a specific use
a form of legislation expressing the opinion of the Legislature. It does not have the force of law
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal, project or practice.
a title given to the presiding officer of the Senate held by virtue of the office of Lieutenant Governor
a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward
an amount of money that is spent on something
a procedure used in the Legislature whereby a committee or a member from the floor will move to strike everything after the enacting clause of a bill and insert in lieu thereof the substance of an entirely new bill
a list of items to be discussed at a committee meeting
a proposed law introduced during a session for consideration by the Legislature
a bill passed by the Legislature
a statement of the financial position of an administration for a definite period of time based on estimates of expenditures during the period and proposals for financing them
a procedure by which a specified number of voters may propose a statute, constitutional amendment, or ordinance, and compel a popular vote on its adoption
a group of legislators of the same political party who have the greatest number of elected members and who control the leadership positions
may mean a group of related chapters in the code or the title of a bill or other proposal

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a group of legislators of the same political party who have the fewest number of elected members
the legislative body of the state
a citizen who resides within the district of a legislator
the fundamental organic law of the state
a legislator elected by members of the political party to assist party leadership
a person chosen or elected to speak and act on behalf of others in the House of Representatives
presiding officer of the House of Representatives, elected by the members of the House, at the beginning of each session
period during which the Legislature meets
termination of a meeting; occurs at the close of each legislative day upon completion of business
a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision
a group of legislators that hold hearings to determine if the proposed bill should go forward to the house for passage
a person chosen or elected to speak and act on behalf of others in the Senate
a person elected by the citizens to make laws
includes all amounts of money (i.e. taxes and/or fees) received from sources outside the state government
an official record of the proceedings of a meeting.
any alteration made or proposed to a bill, motion, or clause thereof by adding, changing, substituting, or omitting
the elected executive to head the State of South Dakota

35 Clues: a bill passed by the Legislature • the legislative body of the state • the fundamental organic law of the state • period during which the Legislature meets • the upper house in the bicameral legislature • a person elected by the citizens to make laws • an amount of money that is spent on something • money set aside by formal action for a specific use • ...

Congress Vocabulary 2023-01-30

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In the Senate, the Majority Leader is regarded as the party's primary spokesperson.
used to make or amend rules that apply to both houses.
the people who work for an organization to keep it running.
the Senate is allowed to have two or more bills or nominations pending on the floor at once.
reviews, adopts and schedules consideration of floor resolutions.
a parliamentary committee established to look into or discuss a certain issue or measure.
action intended to extend discussion and postpone, prohibit, or delay a vote on a bill, resolution, amendment, or other contentious issue.
A governing body must have a minimum number of members present to exercise its authority at a meeting.
the method by which proposed legislation is discussed, altered, and rewritten in congressional committees and subcommittees.
to set anything away, as if it were actually stored in a small box.
when a senator alerts the Senate leadership that they do not want a specific resolution or nomination to be brought up for vote.
the procedure through which a bill is sent to a different committee after the original one has done its work.
In order to account for population changes, electoral district boundaries are drawn in the United States after the conclusion of each decennial census.
relating closely, fitting, important, or appropriate.
combines a number of the smaller regular appropriations bills into a single, larger bill that need only one vote in each house of Congress to pass.
restricts to thirty hours the time for further examination of a pending proposal to end a filibuster.
a government with a two-house legislative structure.
a committee made up of members of both houses of a legislature.
the least common vote in the Senate.
refers to spending made to enrich a politician's supporters in exchange for their political support.
a circumstance where new legislation cannot be passed by the government.

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a committee of the United States House of Representatives that works with the Senate to enact appropriation bills.
considered to have the same effect as a bill.
relates to the operations of a single chamber
the idea that a politician elected by their community should represent those views.
a legislative body's entirely secure electoral district for a certain political party, the incumbent representative personally, or a mix of the two.
Agreement on any topic or matter before the Senate which, without prejudice to any other rule of procedure, is brought before it.
only constitutional duty is to preside over the Senate.
seat held in a legislative election with a narrow victory
the giving and receiving of help or favors.
provided for the direct election of U.S. senators by the voters of the states.
the act or outcome of dividing or distributing something in a new, proportionate way.
presides over committee meetings and leads the group through the items on the agenda.
A non-germane amendment to a bill or an amendment to an appropriations bill that modifies the long-term legal framework controlling a program supported by the bill.
meetings of a certain political party's or movement's followers or adherents.
in charge of directing the House of Representatives' minority party.
a legislative directive that specifies the projects for which funds have been approved, or that specifies the exclusions from taxes or other required costs.
the powers guaranteed by the US Constitution to the federal government of the US.
if a bill has been stuck in committee for more than 30 days, it is brought out of committee for the whole House to consider.
elected representatives are entrusted by voters with the responsibility of governing for all.
a political party representative whose responsibility it is to maintain party harmony in the legislature.

41 Clues: the least common vote in the Senate. • the giving and receiving of help or favors. • considered to have the same effect as a bill. • relates to the operations of a single chamber • a government with a two-house legislative structure. • relating closely, fitting, important, or appropriate. • used to make or amend rules that apply to both houses. • ...

civics and citizen ship 2023-10-19

civics and citizen ship crossword puzzle

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is the system of rules which a particular country or community recognizes as regulating
are legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement
an act that break an exciting law
give or register a vote.
a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.
just behaviour or treatment.
the breanch responsive for laws
a term used to descirbe the act or status.
the opportunity or ability to act independently and take decisions without authorization.

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a propal of a law
the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants.
a person who has senn or heard a event deispute
the group of people with the authority to govern a country or state; a particular ministry in office.
he position or status of being a citizen of a particular country.
a group of states with a central government but independence in internal affairs.
a body of people (typically twelve in number) sworn to give a verdict in a legal case on the basis of evidence submitted to them in court.

16 Clues: a propal of a law • give or register a vote. • just behaviour or treatment. • the breanch responsive for laws • an act that break an exciting law • a term used to descirbe the act or status. • a person who has senn or heard a event deispute • the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants. • he position or status of being a citizen of a particular country. • ...

Government 2015-10-05

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government: The government of Canada that acts and speaks for the whole country.
The Upper House of Parliament is made up of 105 Senators.
A king or queen of a country.
Leader: An appointed member of every party that manages its business in the House of Commons Chamber.
A proposal for a law to be considered by parliament.
Canada's Parliament is composed of the monarch, the senate and the house of Commons. Parliament has the power to make laws for Canada in certain areas for responsibility. A parliament is also the period of time between an election and a dissolution.
A person living in an area in Canada represented by a Member of Parliament.

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A person who speaks for you.
House: Another name of the Senate.
To choose a representative in an election. Eligible Canadian citizens vote for their representatives to th ehouse of Commons by secret ballot during federal elections. In the Senate and House of Commons, Members can vote either orally or by standing in their places.
Bills that are passed by Parliament.
The daily official record of debates in the Senate and the House of Commons in English and French. Hansard was the surname of a British printer who prepared reports of parliamentary debates in 19th century England. The Hansard is also called Debates of the Senate and House of Commons Debates.
A change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it.
A person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country.
The city where a country's legislature is located and the government carries out its business. The capital city of Canada is Ottawa. Each province and territory also has a capital city and legislature.

15 Clues: A person who speaks for you. • A king or queen of a country. • House: Another name of the Senate. • Bills that are passed by Parliament. • A proposal for a law to be considered by parliament. • The Upper House of Parliament is made up of 105 Senators. • A person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country. • ...

Government 2015-10-05

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A king or queen of a country.
A person who has full political and civil rights in his or her country.
Canada's Parliament is composed of the monarch, the senate and the house of Commons. Parliament has the power to make laws for Canada in certain areas for responsibility. A parliament is also the period of time between an election and a dissolution.
A proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament.
To choose a representative in an election. Eligible Canadian citizens vote for their representatives to th ehouse of Commons by secret ballot during federal elections. In the Senate and House of Commons, Members can vote either orally or by standing in their places.
The government of Canada that acts and speaks for the whole country.
The Upper House of Parliament is made up of 105 Senators.
A change that is made to a bill, a motion or a committee report with the intention of improving it.

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The daily official record of debates in the Senate and the House of Commons in English and French. Hansard was the surname of a British printer who prepared reports of parliamentary debates in 19th century England. The Hansard is also called Debates of the Senate and House of Commons Debates.
A person living in an area in Canada represented by a Member of Parliament.
The city where a country's legislature is located and the government carries out its business. The capital city of Canada is Ottawa. Each province and territory also has a capital city and legislature.
Another name of the Senate.
A person who speaks for you.
Bills that are passed by Parliament.
An appointed member of every party that manages its business in the House of Commons Chamber.

15 Clues: Another name of the Senate. • A person who speaks for you. • A king or queen of a country. • Bills that are passed by Parliament. • A proposal for a law to be considered by Parliament. • The Upper House of Parliament is made up of 105 Senators. • The government of Canada that acts and speaks for the whole country. • ...

Social Studies Chapter 4 2025-02-05

Social Studies Chapter 4 crossword puzzle

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A group that speaks one of Canada’s official languages but is not the majority in a region.
Paid for by taxpayers and provided by the government.
The belief that one’s own culture is superior to all other cultures.
A yearly payment to First Nations as part of treaty agreements.
The process of absorbing a cultural group into the dominant culture, often erasing their identity.
A series of historic agreements between First Nations and the Canadian government that outline rights, land use, and benefits.
A government official historically responsible for administering the Indian Act on reserves.
Rights guaranteed to specific groups in Canadian society for historical and constitutional reasons, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Francophones, and Anglophones.
Land set aside exclusively for First Nations communities under treaty agreements.

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The shared identity of a group of people, especially because of a common language and culture.
Indigenous peoples in Canada who have collective rights recognized under treaties and the constitution.
The process of addressing past injustices and fostering a respectful relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians.
A system of government-funded schools that aimed to assimilate Indigenous children into European-Canadian culture.
The rights of English-speaking communities in Canada, particularly in Québec.
Federal legislation that defines the rights and status of First Nations peoples and governs their affairs.
The right of a group to govern itself and make its own decisions.
Rights agreed upon in legally binding treaties between Indigenous groups and the government.
The rights of citizens to participate in government through voting and representation.

18 Clues: Paid for by taxpayers and provided by the government. • A yearly payment to First Nations as part of treaty agreements. • The right of a group to govern itself and make its own decisions. • The belief that one’s own culture is superior to all other cultures. • The rights of English-speaking communities in Canada, particularly in Québec. • ...

Utilities Crossword 2025-12-17

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there are 10 of these on a map of Canada
there are 3 of these on a map of Canada
how much money you need to pay
NE SE SW NW

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North South East West
things you pay for in your house like water and electricity
the bill you pay for WI-FI
the water from the toilet and shower
the bill you pay for heating your house
another word for garbage
the day you need to pay your bill
where you live

12 Clues: NE SE SW NW • where you live • North South East West • another word for garbage • the bill you pay for WI-FI • how much money you need to pay • the day you need to pay your bill • the water from the toilet and shower • the bill you pay for heating your house • there are 3 of these on a map of Canada • there are 10 of these on a map of Canada • ...

WTP Lesson 17-22 Review Crossword 2023-03-15

WTP Lesson 17-22 Review Crossword crossword puzzle

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a form of government in which power is divided in shared between a central government and state and local governments
party First political organization formed in opposition to the Federalist Party by the supporters of Thomas Jefferson.
A person or group having the highest authority or power in a country or state.
Marbury started his case in the Supreme Court, but was wrong to do so
A Judicial body that hears appeals from a lower court
This amendment states, in effect, that the Bill of Rights is only a partial listing of the rights of the people
A law passed by the first Congress to establish the federal court system. The act determined the organization and jurisdiction of the courts

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Amendment 12 fixed the process to select the president
This amendment includes that the powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or the people. The Tenth Amendment embodies the principle of federalism.
An essay written by James Madison that warned people about factions in a direct democracy
the Constitution, laws passed by Congress, And treaties of the United States shall be the supreme law of the land and binding on the states.
Of no legal or binding force, invalid

12 Clues: Of no legal or binding force, invalid • A Judicial body that hears appeals from a lower court • Amendment 12 fixed the process to select the president • Marbury started his case in the Supreme Court, but was wrong to do so • A person or group having the highest authority or power in a country or state. • ...

GA Government Crossword 2024-04-25

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Type of law dealing with disputes
How judges in Georgia are chosen
A permanent committee
The head of Georgia's executive branch
A committee where both houses meet to discuss different versions of the same bill
Has two chambers or houses, like Georgia's legislative branch.
This word on the Georgia seal represents the legislative branch
Type of law where a crime has been broken
Where the majority of the state's money comes from

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The purpose of Georgia's judicial branch is to ___ the laws
The purpose of Georgia's legislative branch is to ___ the laws
The purpose of Georgia's executive branch is to ___ the laws.
Court that reviews cases that have already been tried by a lower court
A group that discusses a bill to decide if it should continue in the legislative process
Court with original jurisdiction
An idea for a law formally written by a legislator.

16 Clues: A permanent committee • How judges in Georgia are chosen • Court with original jurisdiction • Type of law dealing with disputes • The head of Georgia's executive branch • Type of law where a crime has been broken • Where the majority of the state's money comes from • An idea for a law formally written by a legislator. • ...

Hisotory Vocab Menu 2020-10-13

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supreme
Government power
republic
Sovereignty authority
Convention Pennsylvania
Compromise agreement

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movement
articles
government
of Powers fairness
Rights adementments
Rights rights
of Confederation uinion
and Balances taxes

14 Clues: supreme • movement • articles • republic • government • Rights rights • Government power • of Powers fairness • and Balances taxes • Rights adementments • Convention Pennsylvania • of Confederation uinion • Sovereignty authority • Compromise agreement

Revoluções Inglesas 2020-06-08

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após a queda de Carlos II, quem ficou no poder?
protestantes radicais
estilo político da Inglaterra anterior as revoluções inglesas
se consolidou a partir das revoluções
grupo que era contra Henrique VIII
uma das principais revoluções inglesas
país que entrou em guerra com a Inglaterra devido ao ato de navegação
lei que estabeleceu a monarquia palamentarista na Inglaterra

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sucessor de Jaime II
Conspiração liderada pela igreja católica, após a distribuição de privilégios aos comerciantes
Período de estabelecimento da monarquia inglesa
Importante partido político na Inglaterra durante o período da Guerra Civil
2° Esposa de Henrique VIII
rei decaptado durante a revolução inglesa
Igreja Oficial da Inglaterra
Implantou o absolutismo inglês
documento que limita o poder dos reis ingleses
Líder da Revolução Inglesa

18 Clues: sucessor de Jaime II • protestantes radicais • 2° Esposa de Henrique VIII • Líder da Revolução Inglesa • Igreja Oficial da Inglaterra • Implantou o absolutismo inglês • grupo que era contra Henrique VIII • se consolidou a partir das revoluções • uma das principais revoluções inglesas • rei decaptado durante a revolução inglesa • documento que limita o poder dos reis ingleses • ...

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