states and capitals Crossword Puzzles

Civil War 2025-01-02

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– Conductor of the Underground Railroad and Union spy.
– Site where the Confederate Army surrendered to the Union Army.
– General of the Confederate Army.
– Constitutional amendment that abolished slavery in the United States.
– Nurse during the Civil War and founder of the American Red Cross.
– Assassinated President Abraham Lincoln.
– Location where the first shots of the Civil War were fired.
– General of the Union Army who later became President.

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– Executive order by Lincoln freeing slaves in Confederate states.
– The 11 southern states that seceded from the Union.
– The northern states that opposed the Confederacy.
– President of the Union during the Civil War.
– Famous 1863 battle and site of Lincoln’s address.
– President of the Confederate States of America.
– Bloodiest single-day battle in American history.

15 Clues: – General of the Confederate Army. • – Assassinated President Abraham Lincoln. • – President of the Union during the Civil War. • – President of the Confederate States of America. • – Bloodiest single-day battle in American history. • – The northern states that opposed the Confederacy. • – Famous 1863 battle and site of Lincoln’s address. • ...

Ms Bolivar Social Studies Project 2025-01-07

Ms Bolivar Social Studies Project crossword puzzle

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– Conductor of the Underground Railroad and Union spy.
– Site where the Confederate Army surrendered to the Union Army.
– General of the Confederate Army.
– Constitutional amendment that abolished slavery in the United States.
– Nurse during the Civil War and founder of the American Red Cross.
– Assassinated President Abraham Lincoln.
– Location where the first shots of the Civil War were fired.
– General of the Union Army who later became President.

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– Executive order by Lincoln freeing slaves in Confederate states.
– The 11 southern states that seceded from the Union.
– The northern states that opposed the Confederacy.
– President of the Union during the Civil War.
– Famous 1863 battle and site of Lincoln’s address.
– President of the Confederate States of America.
– Bloodiest single-day battle in American history.

Government Exam review 2020-12-02

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ensures that States recognize the laws and, documents, and court proceedings of the other States
Powers that can be exercised by the National Gov’t alone
fractions are bad but a necessary evil.
journalists whose sole job is to follow the President
responsible for addressing the press daily and answer questions for the president
are those powers that the Constitution does not grant to the National Government and does not, at the same time, deny to the States.
supreme court interprets the Constitution and other laws, reviews lower-court decisions
life, liberty, property
grats that were given for a specific project
Congress writes the laws, confirms presidential appointments, ratifies treaties grants money declares war
links people and government and gives voice to people
grants that come with ''strings'' attached

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powers that both National and State Gov’t have.
Kings get their right to rule by God
controls the media
no State can draw unreasonable distinctions between its own residents and those persons who happen to live in other States.
are powers not expressly stated in the Constitution, but are reasonably suggested, or implied by, the expressed powers.
first 10 Amendments
is the legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one State is returned to that State
a system of gov’t in which a written constitution divides the powers of government between the national government and the State governments
keep people in office who are sympathetic to group wants and needs
collection of people who share some common interest or attitude and seek to influence gov’t for specific ends.
president proposes laws administers the laws commands armed forces appoints ambassadors and other officials conduct foreign policy negotiates treaties
agreements among states
''the fourth branch of government

25 Clues: controls the media • first 10 Amendments • agreements among states • life, liberty, property • ''the fourth branch of government • Kings get their right to rule by God • fractions are bad but a necessary evil. • grants that come with ''strings'' attached • grats that were given for a specific project • powers that both National and State Gov’t have. • ...

Unit 3: The New Nation 8.21-8.28 2024-12-05

Unit 3: The New Nation 8.21-8.28 crossword puzzle

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interpretation of the Constitution that seeks to adapt its meaning to the needs of the country at that moment
a form of government in which the people rule, either directly or through elected representatives
unsettled territory bordered by the Ohio River, the Appalachian Mountains, and the Mississippi River
to give official approval
Second president of the US, first vice president of the US
deported anyone from a country with which the United States was at war
opposed the constitution
people chosen to speak or make decisions for another person or group of people
representatives
Trail carved out by Daniel Boone through the Cumberland Gap
Washington offered advise on how the nation should move forward
a group of advisors to the president who each head a department of the executive branch
allowed three-fifths of a states slave population to count toward a state's total population
freedoms that are protected by law
allowed congress to divide the Northwest Territory into three to five separate territories
Hamilton wanted to create it to stabilize the economy
a person who buys and sells land for a profit
16th state of the union
delegates meeting in Philadelphia to revise the Articles of Confederation
led a rebellion in Massachusetts following the Revolution over monetary debt crisis at the end of the American Revolutionary War.

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interpretation of the Constitution that maintains the federal government has authority to do ONLY what the Constitution specifically states it can do
approval
limits any one branch from gaining too much power
violent protest against a tax on whiskey that took place in the United States from 1791 to 1794
the idea that government authority comes from people who have agreed to be governed
said the Alien and Sedition Acts were unconstitutional and that the states had the right to nullify them
secretary of the treasury in Washington's Cabinet
loosely unified the states by giving basic powers to a weaker central government and more power to the states; government established after the American Revolution in the Colonies
banned any writings thought to be false, harmful, or directed against the government
allows the three branches to keep the other two branches in check
earlier events or actions used as examples for decisions or actions
groups of men who traveled together looking for game; first European people to come to Tennessee
grants Congress the power to pass all laws necessary and proper for carrying out the powers grated in the Constitution
the first ten amendments; protects the people's basic rights and freedoms
solved the representation issue in the Constitutional Convention
1st president; general of the Continental Army
a diplomatic incident between the United States and France that occurred in 1797 and 1798
supported the Constitution
a fleet of small ships
change to the Constitution
division of power between the states and federal government
import tax
1784 divided the Northwest Territory into states

43 Clues: approval • import tax • representatives • a fleet of small ships • 16th state of the union • opposed the constitution • to give official approval • supported the Constitution • change to the Constitution • freedoms that are protected by law • a person who buys and sells land for a profit • 1st president; general of the Continental Army • ...

Vocab: Constitution 2024-02-20

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The process of formally approving a document, such as a treaty or constitution, usually through a vote.
The leaders and statesmen who played key roles in the American Revolutionary War and the drafting of the Constitution.
The principle that the authority of a state and its government is created and sustained by the consent of its people, through their elected representatives.
The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws, headed by the President.
The branch of government responsible for making laws, consisting of Congress (the Senate and the House of Representatives).
Rights guaranteed to individuals by law, especially those relating to equal treatment and freedom from discrimination.
A system within the government where each branch has some measure of influence over the other branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states.
The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, which outline fundamental rights and liberties.
A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through elected representatives.

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Active participation in community and public affairs to contribute to the common good.
The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice, headed by the Supreme Court.
The introductory statement to the United States Constitution, outlining the purpose and goals of the document.
Changes or additions made to the Constitution.
A gathering of delegates in 1787 to draft the United States Constitution.
Involvement of citizens in the democratic process, including voting, community service, and advocacy.
Rights and freedoms guaranteed to individuals, including freedom of speech, religion, and assembly.
The individuals who participated in drafting and framing the United States Constitution.
The supreme law of the United States, outlining the framework of government and the rights of citizens.
of powers The division of governmental responsibilities among distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.

20 Clues: Changes or additions made to the Constitution. • A gathering of delegates in 1787 to draft the United States Constitution. • The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws, headed by the President. • Active participation in community and public affairs to contribute to the common good. • ...

World Capitals 2021-07-14

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Brazil
Bhutan
Saudiarabia
England
Srilanka
Chile

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China
Germany
France
Spain
Russia
Bangladesh

12 Clues: China • Spain • Chile • Brazil • Bhutan • France • Russia • Germany • England • Srilanka • Bangladesh • Saudiarabia

COUNTRIES & CAPITALS 2022-05-20

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Espa˜ña
México
Chile
Perú
ElSalvador

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Ecuador
CostaRica
Cuba
Colombia
Venezuela
La Guinea Ecuatorial
Puerto Rico

12 Clues: Cuba • Perú • Chile • México • Ecuador • Espa˜ña • Colombia • CostaRica • Venezuela • ElSalvador • Puerto Rico • La Guinea Ecuatorial

state capitals 2022-10-21

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egypt
azerbaijan
scotland
japon
latvia
england

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portugal
colombia
turkiye
greece
italy
afghanistan

12 Clues: egypt • italy • japon • greece • latvia • turkiye • england • portugal • colombia • scotland • azerbaijan • afghanistan

Destination Capitals! 2020-04-28

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Can also have chicken made this way
Not just for Christmas
Not female
You've got mail!
Don't guess the obvious answer for downunder
The little mermaid lives here
The difference is simply i and a

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Also a root vegetable
More than just cigars
One piece of protective footwear
There's a real football team in this city
You'll be on top of the world here

12 Clues: Not female • You've got mail! • Also a root vegetable • More than just cigars • Not just for Christmas • The little mermaid lives here • One piece of protective footwear • The difference is simply i and a • You'll be on top of the world here • Can also have chicken made this way • There's a real football team in this city • Don't guess the obvious answer for downunder

EUROPEAN CAPITALS 2023-02-13

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WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF AUSTRIA?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF FRANCE?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF ITALY?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF THE UK?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF BELGIUM?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF GREECE?

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WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF GERMANY?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF HOLLAND?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF SPAIN?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF HUNGARY?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF POLAND?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF PORTUGAL?

12 Clues: WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF SPAIN? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF ITALY? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF FRANCE? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF POLAND? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF THE UK? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF GREECE? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF GERMANY? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF AUSTRIA? • WHAT IS THE CAPITAL CITY OF HOLLAND? • ...

European Capitals 2023-05-09

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France
Greece
Hungary
Italy
Spain
Great-Britain

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Blugaira
Romania
Austria
Germany
Malta
Sweden
Germany

13 Clues: Malta • Italy • Spain • France • Greece • Sweden • Romania • Austria • Germany • Hungary • Germany • Blugaira • Great-Britain

World Capitals 2023-12-14

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- The capital city of Japan, known for its technology and culture.
- The capital city of Russia, known for Red Square and the Kremlin.
- The capital city of India, rich in history, culture, and historical sites.
- The capital city of Germany, famous for its history and landmarks.
- The capital city of Spain, known for art, culture, and lively streets.
- The capital city of Thailand, known for its vibrant street life and temples.
- Known as the "City of Lights," famous for the Eiffel Tower.

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- The capital city of Norway, known for its fjords and Viking history.
- The capital city of Italy, famous for the Colosseum and ancient ruins.
- The capital city of England, home to the Buckingham Palace and Big Ben.
- The capital city of Egypt, home to ancient pyramids.
- The capital city of China, known for the Great Wall and Forbidden City.

12 Clues: - The capital city of Egypt, home to ancient pyramids. • - Known as the "City of Lights," famous for the Eiffel Tower. • - The capital city of Japan, known for its technology and culture. • - The capital city of Russia, known for Red Square and the Kremlin. • - The capital city of Germany, famous for its history and landmarks. • ...

Province Capitals 2023-12-06

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Capital of Nova Scotia
Capital of New Brunswick
Capital of Ontario
Capital of Saskatchewan
Capital of Newfoundland & Labrador
Capital of Manitoba

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Capital of Alberta
Capital of Yukon
Capital of Prince Edward Island
City Capital of Quebec
Capital of Nunavut
Capital of British Columbia

12 Clues: Capital of Yukon • Capital of Alberta • Capital of Ontario • Capital of Nunavut • Capital of Manitoba • Capital of Nova Scotia • City Capital of Quebec • Capital of Saskatchewan • Capital of New Brunswick • Capital of British Columbia • Capital of Prince Edward Island • Capital of Newfoundland & Labrador

25 Capitals 2026-02-19

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What is the capital of Alabama?
What is the capital of Arkansas?
What is the capital of Massachusetts?
What is the capital of Maine?
What is the capital of Kentucky?
What is the capital of Louisiana?
What is the capital of Florida?

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What is the capital of Connecticut?
What is the capital of Georgia?
What is the capital of Mississippi?
What is the capital of Delaware?
What is the capital of Maryland?

12 Clues: What is the capital of Maine? • What is the capital of Alabama? • What is the capital of Georgia? • What is the capital of Florida? • What is the capital of Arkansas? • What is the capital of Delaware? • What is the capital of Kentucky? • What is the capital of Maryland? • What is the capital of Louisiana? • What is the capital of Connecticut? • ...

Landmark 2024-03-20

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lostcivilazations
historical monuments

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Bygone Capitals
treasure of the sil road
lost city

5 Clues: lost city • Bygone Capitals • lostcivilazations • historical monuments • treasure of the sil road

Constitutional Craziness 2022-11-03

Constitutional Craziness crossword puzzle

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Article 1 states: Congress shall have the power to collect ___.
Article 1 states: All ______ powers shall be vested in a Congress of the United States.
Article 3 states: _____ power shall be vested in a Supreme Court of the United States.
Article 5 states: _____ of state legislatures need to ratify an amendment. (fraction)
Article 5 states: ____ of Congress needs to approve a proposal of an amendment. (fraction)

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Article 1 states: Congress shall have the power of ______, meaning a charge against a public office holder.
Article 1 states: Congress shall have the power to declare ___.
Article 1 states: Congress shall be composed of a ____ and a House of Representatives.
Article 2 states: ____ power shall be vested in a President of the United States.
Article 3 states: All trials of crime except impeachment shall be by ____, or a body of people that gives a verdict.
Article 2 states: The President shall be the ____ in chief of the Army and Navy.
Article 1 states: The Senate shall be composed of ___ senators from each state.

12 Clues: Article 1 states: Congress shall have the power to collect ___. • Article 1 states: Congress shall have the power to declare ___. • Article 1 states: The Senate shall be composed of ___ senators from each state. • Article 2 states: The President shall be the ____ in chief of the Army and Navy. • ...

Civil War Crossword 2023-02-22

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The idea that the South had the authority to nullify tariffs placed on goods.
The south had to fight a _________ war to win.
Who won the election of 1860?
Mainly the northern states, fighting to keep the Union together and to make slavery illegal.
Strategy used by the Union to try and take over the South; take control of mississippi river and split the South in two.
Abraham Lincoln said that he would stop the ______ of slavery.
The speach preformed by Abraham Lincoln stating that in order to end the war, slavery must be abolished.
Used to blockade and stop union ships from entering or leaving.
A person who flees or tries to escape.
The __________ __________ states that all slaves would be free as of January 1, 1863.
The man who created a march that burned and demolished many southern towns and cities.

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The compromise that banned slavery north of the 36° 30' line.
When starting the war the Union already had an ____ and a ____.
The act that allowed Kansas and Nebraska to choose if they wanted to be a free or slave state.
The decision to consider slaves as "property" and they would not be free, even in states that didn't allow slavery.
Most people died because of ________ during the Civil War.
The bloodiest battle in American history.
To formally break away in a political state.
Mainly the southern states, fighting for the right to keep slavery legal.
The states that allowed slavery but refused to leave the Union.

20 Clues: Who won the election of 1860? • A person who flees or tries to escape. • The bloodiest battle in American history. • To formally break away in a political state. • The south had to fight a _________ war to win. • Most people died because of ________ during the Civil War. • The compromise that banned slavery north of the 36° 30' line. • ...

Key Skills 2023-05-15

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A person, place or thing.
A piece of punctuation that demonstrates a contraction or possession of an object.
A word that means the opposite of another word.
A word that describes an action.
An upper case letter used at the start of sentences and names.
A word or phrase that typically describes the location of an object or subject.
A word that has the same or a similar meaning to another word.

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A word that describes a noun.
Words that sound the same but have different meanings.
A phrase that gives more information about the verb.
Used to signify the end of a sentence.

11 Clues: A person, place or thing. • A word that describes a noun. • A word that describes an action. • Used to signify the end of a sentence. • A word that means the opposite of another word. • A phrase that gives more information about the verb. • Words that sound the same but have different meanings. • An upper case letter used at the start of sentences and names. • ...

Civil War Crossword 2023-02-22

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The idea that the South had the authority to nullify tariffs placed on goods.
The south had to fight a _________ war to win.
Who won the election of 1860?
Mainly the northern states, fighting to keep the Union together and to make slavery illegal.
Strategy used by the Union to try and take over the South; take control of mississippi river and split the South in two.
Abraham Lincoln said that he would stop the ______ of slavery.
The speach preformed by Abraham Lincoln stating that in order to end the war, slavery must be abolished.
Used to blockade and stop union ships from entering or leaving.
A person who flees or tries to escape.
The __________ __________ states that all slaves would be free as of January 1, 1863.
The man who created a march that burned and demolished many southern towns and cities.

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The compromise that banned slavery north of the 36° 30' line.
When starting the war the Union already had an ____ and a ____.
The act that allowed Kansas and Nebraska to choose if they wanted to be a free or slave state.
The decision to consider slaves as "property" and they would not be free, even in states that didn't allow slavery.
Most people died because of ________ during the Civil War.
The bloodiest battle in American history.
To formally break away in a political state.
Mainly the southern states, fighting for the right to keep slavery legal.
The states that allowed slavery but refused to leave the Union.

States and their Capitols 2022-08-16

States and their Capitols crossword puzzle

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The capitol is Boston
The capitol is Sacramento
The Capitol is Dover
The capitol is Frankfort
The capitol is Charleston
The capitol is Austin
The capitol is Salt Lake City

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The capitol is Juneau
The capitol is Albany
The capitol is Salem
The capitol is Lincoln
The capitol is Baton Rouge
The capitol is Tallahassee

13 Clues: The capitol is Salem • The Capitol is Dover • The capitol is Juneau • The capitol is Albany • The capitol is Boston • The capitol is Austin • The capitol is Lincoln • The capitol is Frankfort • The capitol is Sacramento • The capitol is Charleston • The capitol is Baton Rouge • The capitol is Tallahassee • The capitol is Salt Lake City

Civil War Crossword 2025-09-30

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Sherman's March went through this state
Lincoln’s famous speech in 1863
Lincoln's 1863 proclamation
Group of seceding Southern states
Top Union General and future President
Most deadly war in US History
Founded the American Red Cross
President of the Confederacy

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Where Lee surrendered in 1865
Abolished slavery in the U.S.
Most famous Confederate General
Bloodiest single-day battle
Turning point battle in Pennsylvania
What Southern states did to leave the Union
Assassinated President Lincoln
President of the United States
Northern states during the Civil War
Battle of...

18 Clues: Battle of... • Bloodiest single-day battle • Lincoln's 1863 proclamation • President of the Confederacy • Where Lee surrendered in 1865 • Abolished slavery in the U.S. • Most deadly war in US History • Assassinated President Lincoln • President of the United States • Founded the American Red Cross • Most famous Confederate General • Lincoln’s famous speech in 1863 • ...

Citizenship/Civics 2024-05-30

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Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?
What is one reason colonists came to America?
The third President of the United States
Washington D.C. was formed from land belonging to Virginia and _____
The second President of the United States
The ___________ sets up the government, defines the government, protects basic rights of Americans

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Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
Capital of Massachusetts
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
What month is Independence Day?
Who makes federal laws?
Who is the “Father of Our Country”?
a change (to the Constitution), an addition (to the Constitution)
We elect a President for how many years?
Susan B. __________ fought for civil rights and the women's right to vote.
A system of _______ and balances exits to make sure no branch has too much power.

16 Clues: Who makes federal laws? • Capital of Massachusetts • What month is Independence Day? • Who is the “Father of Our Country”? • The third President of the United States • We elect a President for how many years? • The second President of the United States • Name one problem that led to the Civil War. • What is one reason colonists came to America? • ...

Civil war Terms 2025-10-20

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a book about the brutal realities of slavery through the parallel stories of two enslaved people
the withdraw of 11 southern states from the union, leading to the civil war
made main and Missouri a free and slaves states
u.s foreign policy that warned European powers against interfering in the affairs in the western hemisphere
a movement to end slavery
the act of freeing enslaved people
the organization of the territories Kansas and Nebraska
a movement to end slavery
a machine that separated seeds from cotton fibers
a war that was an invasion of Mexico by the united states
the most wanted good that lead to the spread of slavery
a conflict between the united states and america

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an escaped slaved that became a abolitionist and a writer who campaigned against slavery
declared that African Americans couldn't be u.s citizens and had no right to sue in federal court
a American abolitionist that was know for leading the 1859 raid oh harpers ferry
the decision declared enslaved or free peoplecompromiseof1850 5 laws that were passed to release the tensions between the north and south
the most wanted good that lead to slavery
a american aboultionist who was known for his anti-slavery newspaper
this act allowed enslavers to pursue and capture fugitives in free states
American abolitionist and activist for african-american rights, and womens rights
a system where enslaved people were treated like property, sold, and traded
organization the territories between kansas and Nebraska
a organized event where enslaved people were bought and sold as property
secret routes and safe houses that were used by enslaved people to escape from the south to the north
a American abolitionist who was enslaved, but escaped and traveled back 13 times to rescue roughly 70 people from enslavement

25 Clues: a movement to end slavery • a movement to end slavery • the act of freeing enslaved people • the most wanted good that lead to slavery • made main and Missouri a free and slaves states • a conflict between the united states and america • a machine that separated seeds from cotton fibers • the organization of the territories Kansas and Nebraska • ...

Civil war crossword puzzle 2021-03-29

Civil war crossword puzzle crossword puzzle

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This color represents the union states.
Union war strategy that consisted of a naval blockade.
The first shots were fired here and civil war began at this location.
Capital of the confederate states of America.
slave states that did not secede from the union.
This color represented the confederates.
served as a nurse during the civil war.
the blue States that were united and no slavery.
President of the confederate states of America.

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Capital of the union.
Voted to secede from the Union in 1860.
Issued the Emancipation proclamation
ships that were used by the confederates to break through the union's blockade.
Led troops to victory in Tennessee and Mississippi.
A war between two groups from the same country or state.

15 Clues: Capital of the union. • Issued the Emancipation proclamation • Voted to secede from the Union in 1860. • This color represents the union states. • served as a nurse during the civil war. • This color represented the confederates. • Capital of the confederate states of America. • President of the confederate states of America. • ...

Pacific War 2022-01-30

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Southern Japanese island were the famous photo of American soldiers raising the American Flag in February, 1945 was taken.
December 7th, 1941 Japanese surprise attack on the United States against a Hawaiian naval base, effectively bringing the Unites States into the war.
Pacific islands that were taken by the United States starting with the Battle of Guadalcanal, putting Japan on the defensive for the first time in the war.
Unified command in southeast Asia and the southwest pacific consisting of American, British, Dutch, and Australian forces.
United States developed this weapon and dropped it on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, effectively ending the war against Japan in the Pacific.
Mitsubishi planes that were the most powerful planes in the beginning of World War II due to their high maneuverability and long range.
Japanese advance into this French territory prompted the United States to impose an oil embargo on Japan.
Battle on June 3rd, 1942 in which Japan and the United States engaged in aggressive aerial and naval warfare. The United States victory was a turning point for the Allies in the Pacific War.

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Japanese plan to capture the Philippines, Malaya, and the Dutch East Indies.
One of many incendiaries that were used in the United States bombing campaign against major Japanese cities. Later used in the Vietnam War.
United States policy of warfare in the Pacific. Plan to push back Japanese forces in the Pacific island by island.
Japanese city that was attacked by the United States on April 18th 1942. The raid did little damage, but caused psychological damage to the Japanese as well as kept the Zero fighters in Japan and out of the Pacific.
Pacific islands that were taken by the United States stemming from the southernmost island in the archipelago, Guam. These islands were considered to be the last line of defense for Japan before the United States reached the home islands.

13 Clues: Japanese plan to capture the Philippines, Malaya, and the Dutch East Indies. • Japanese advance into this French territory prompted the United States to impose an oil embargo on Japan. • United States policy of warfare in the Pacific. Plan to push back Japanese forces in the Pacific island by island. • ...

Zachary's Final Exam Crossword Puzzle 2020-06-04

Zachary's Final Exam Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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This government involvement allowed Montana and Washington to be a part of America and it spilt Dakota into two different states
This government involvement was an event that was started by James K. Polk and it was an expansion that included Texas, California, and the entire Oregon territory
This man was known to be a very wealthy businessman that owned a successful fur company
This was a famous meeting that happened in the Pacific Northwest in 1855 between United States and sovereign tribal nations of the Cayuse, Nez Perce, Umatilla, Walla Walla, and Yakama tribes
This man is known to be the first governor of Washington
This man was most famous for his exploration of the North Pacific Coast of North America
This was a war between the United States and the Yakima people and happened mostly in Southern Washington
This famous trade center was built by the Hudson's Bay Company which was a fur trading business
This man is most famous for being the leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, he is also a politician, explorer, and solider
This campsite was the place where the Lewis and Clark Expedition stayed at during the winter of 1805-1806
This man was known as the founder of Seattle, Washington and has served two terms as the Mayor of Seattle
This woman was famous for being the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Rainier
This was a treaty between the United States and Britain that set the 49th parallel of latitude as a boundary between America and British North America
This man is known to be an American Army politician and officer who has served as a Washington governor
This famous railroad tunnel was built inside the Cascade Mountains and was completed on May 27, 1888

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This is a very old company that traded fur and now they own many retail stores in the Unites States and in Canada
This place was located in the Pacific North west and was a trading post of Hudson's Bay Company's Columbia Department
This man is most famous for his expedition with MeriWeather Lewis as they explored the Louisiana Territory that ended at the Pacific Ocean
This was an international incident and political fight between the Spanish Empire, the Kingdom of Great Britain, and the United States of America
This famous woman is best known for helping Lewis and Clark with their expedition to explore the Louisiana Territory
This policy was an American policy that opposed European colonialism in the United States
This pilot is most famous for his claim to have explored the Strait of Juan de Fuca
This man was famous for his speech that talked about being responsible for taking good care of the environment and over people's land
This was a war that happened in 1859 between the United States and United Kingdom over the United States- British Border
This was a cultural belief in America that had to do with the idea that the settlers in America are destined to expand in North America
This famous Jesuit missionary was known for trying to Christianize Indian tribes that was west of the Mississippi River

26 Clues: This man is known to be the first governor of Washington • This pilot is most famous for his claim to have explored the Strait of Juan de Fuca • This woman was famous for being the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Rainier • This man was known to be a very wealthy businessman that owned a successful fur company • ...

coming to terms 2022-01-07

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Powers refers to powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution.
a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government.
an advocate of a federal union between the American colonies after the Revolution and of the adoption of the us constitution
a person who opposed the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
Government a theory of governance in which the government only has those powers delegated to it by law, often through a written constitution.
Locke an English philosopher and physician, widely regarded as one of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers and commonly known as the "Father of liberalism”
Washingtonan American soldier, statesman, and Founding Father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797.
American statesman, who was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was an influential interpreter and promoter of the U.S. Constitution,
a preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction
Clause A clause within the United States Constitution that grants Congress the power to pass whatever laws are deemed “necessary and proper”
Jefferson an American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, architect, philosopher, and Founding Father who served as the third president of the United States from 1801 to 1809.
System a state governed as a single entity in which the central government is ultimately supreme
a political ideology centered on citizenship in a state organized as a republic.
Compromise an agreement reached during the 1787 United States Constitutional Convention over the counting of slaves in determining a state's total population.

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of Powers a model that divides the government into separate branches, each of which has separate and independent powers.
Democracy A democratic system of government in which individual rights and freedoms are officially recognized and protected
Republic The political philosophy that a government should be subject to the will of the people
Compromise the Great Compromise solved the issue of the representation of states by creating two houses. This is called a bicameral legislature.
of Law a principle of governance in which all persons, institutions and entities, public and private, including the state itself, are accountable to the law
and Balances a system in U.S. government that ensures no one branch becomes too powerful.
de Montesquieu a French judge, man of letters, historian, and political philosopher
of Rights comprises the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution.
of Confederationan agreement among the 13 original states of the United States of America that served as its first frame of government.
Contract Theory is another descriptive theory about society and the relationship between rules and laws, and why society needs them.
Hamilton
Right of Kings a political doctrine in defense of monarchical absolutism, which asserted that kings derived their authority from God and could not therefore be held accountable for their actions by any earthly authority such as a parliament.
Hobbes an English philosopher, considered to be one of the founders of modern political philosophy. Hobbes is best known for his 1651 book Leviathan
Sovereignty a doctrine in political theory that government is created by and subject to the will of the people.
form of government and a political system that prohibits all opposition parties, outlaws individual opposition to the state and its claims, and exercises an extremely high degree of control and regulation over public and private life
Madisonan American statesman, diplomat, expansionist, philosopher, and Founding Father who served as the 4th president of the United States from 1809 to 1817.

30 Clues: Hamilton • a preliminary or preparatory statement; an introduction • a person who opposed the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. • of Rights comprises the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution. • a political ideology centered on citizenship in a state organized as a republic. • ...

Lower 6 - Douglas vs Lincoln Debate 2025-03-04

Lower 6 - Douglas vs Lincoln Debate crossword puzzle

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Political party Lincoln represented
Lincoln's famous speech stating that a nation cannot remain half slave and half free
The political contest Lincoln and Douglas were competing in
Political party Douglas represented
Idea that states should decide on slavery
Someone who wanted to end slavery
Douglas' argument against the Dred Scott decision
State where the Lincoln-Douglas debates took place
1854 act allowing states to decide on slavery
The issue of states leaving the Union, which Lincoln opposed

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Location of John Brown’s raid
Secret network helping enslaved people escape
Supreme Court case that ruled African Americans were not citizens
The act of freeing enslaved people, a topic Lincoln later pursued
1820 agreement limiting slavery in new territories
Series of laws attempting to balance slave and free states
Opponent of Douglas in the 1858 debates
Democratic senator who debated Lincoln
Law requiring escaped slaves to be returned
Conflict that followed the debates' tensions

20 Clues: Location of John Brown’s raid • Someone who wanted to end slavery • Political party Lincoln represented • Political party Douglas represented • Democratic senator who debated Lincoln • Opponent of Douglas in the 1858 debates • Idea that states should decide on slavery • Law requiring escaped slaves to be returned • Conflict that followed the debates' tensions • ...

Unit 2- Government Quiz- Part 1 2026-02-05

Unit 2- Government Quiz- Part 1 crossword puzzle

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the type of powers kept by the states
supreme law of the United States
freedoms such as speech and religion
elected official acting on behalf of voters
the branch that enforces the laws
division of government into different branches
the powers suggested but not written in the Constitution
changes made to the Constitution
the plan favoring small states
writers of the Constitution
the type of powers shared by state and federal governments

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with powers restricted by the Constitution
system that allows branches to limit each other
basic freedoms protected by the Constitution
the branch that makes the laws
division of power between national and state governments
the plan favoring large states
charging a government official with wrongdoing
primary author of the Declaration
idea that the people hold political power
the branch that interprets the laws
the clause/principle that federal law is highest
the powers clearly listed in the Constitution

23 Clues: writers of the Constitution • the branch that makes the laws • the plan favoring large states • the plan favoring small states • supreme law of the United States • changes made to the Constitution • the branch that enforces the laws • primary author of the Declaration • the branch that interprets the laws • freedoms such as speech and religion • ...

Unit 2: Government Vocab 2023-02-16

Unit 2: Government Vocab crossword puzzle

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a formal agreement between two of more sovereign states
form of federal monetary aid under which congressgave a share of federal tax revenue with virtually no restrictions, to the states, cities counties, and townships
those delegated powers of the national government that are spelled out in the constitution
a congressional act directing the people of a united states territory to frame a proposed state constitution as a step towards admission to the union
those powers that can be exercised by the national government alone
States' pacts with foreign governments and other limits on states' power to engage in foreign affairs
those delegated powers of the national government that are suggested by the expressed powers.

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those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise
those powers expressed, implied por inherent, granted to the national government by the constitution
powers delegated to the national government because it is the government of a sovereign state within a world community
basic principle of federalism, the constitutionalprovisions of which governmental powers are divided on a geographic basis
the legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one state, is returned to that state
A change in, or addition to a constitution of law
A congressional act admitting a new state to the union
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

15 Clues: A change in, or addition to a constitution of law • A congressional act admitting a new state to the union • a formal agreement between two of more sovereign states • those powers that can be exercised by the national government alone • those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise • ...

unit 2 vocab 2023-02-16

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a formal agreement between two of more sovereign states
form of federal monetary aid under which congressgave a share of federal tax revenue with virtually no restrictions, to the states, cities counties, and townships
those delegated powers of the national government that are spelled out in the constitution
a congressional act directing the people of a united states territory to frame a proposed state constitution as a step towards admission to the union
those powers that can be exercized by the national government alone
States' pacts with foreign governments and other limits on states' power to engage in foreign affairs
those delegated powers of the national government that are suggested by the expressed powers.

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those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise
those powers expressed, implied por inherent, granted to the national government by the constitution
powers delegated to the national government because it is the government of a sovereign state within a world community
basic principle of federalism, the constitutionalprovisions of which governmental powers are divided on a geographic basis
the legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one state, is returned to that state
A change in, or addition to a constitution of law
A congressional act admitting a new state to the union
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

15 Clues: A change in, or addition to a constitution of law • A congressional act admitting a new state to the union • a formal agreement between two of more sovereign states • those powers that can be exercized by the national government alone • those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise • ...

Gov. Unit 2 Vocab 2023-02-27

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a formal agreement between two of more sovereign states
form of federal monetary aid under which congressgave a share of federal tax revenue with virtually no restrictions, to the states, cities counties, and townships
those delegated powers of the national government that are spelled out in the constitution
a congressional act directing the people of a united states territory to frame a proposed state constitution as a step towards admission to the union
those powers that can be exercized by the national government alone
States' pacts with foreign governments and other limits on states' power to engage in foreign affairs
those delegated powers of the national government that are suggested by the expressed powers.

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those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise
those powers expressed, implied por inherent, granted to the national government by the constitution
powers delegated to the national government because it is the government of a sovereign state within a world community
basic principle of federalism, the constitutionalprovisions of which governmental powers are divided on a geographic basis
the legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one state, is returned to that state
A change in, or addition to a constitution of law
A congressional act admitting a new state to the union
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

15 Clues: A change in, or addition to a constitution of law • A congressional act admitting a new state to the union • a formal agreement between two of more sovereign states • those powers that can be exercized by the national government alone • those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise • ...

The Cold War 2021-02-24

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Curtain, a political boundary that divided Europe into two separate areas
Keeps communism within its existing borders.
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during this time.
Plan, Grants and loans given to Western Europe from the United States
Atlantic Treaty Organization, Provided military alliance to counter Soviet expansions.

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Soviet Union leader during this time
Doctrine, A promise to aid nations struggling against communist movements
Airlift, United States provided West Berlin with food, fuel, medical supplies, and clothing through airlifts.
States, Eastern European states controlled by the Soviet Union
Pact, Soviet Union and its satellite states formed a rival military alliance.
War, Worldwide rivalry between United States and the Soviet Union
United States President during this time

12 Clues: Soviet Union leader during this time • United States President during this time • Keeps communism within its existing borders. • Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during this time. • States, Eastern European states controlled by the Soviet Union • War, Worldwide rivalry between United States and the Soviet Union • ...

Civil War Crossword 2026-02-17

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War, an unrestricted conflict where nations mobilize all available resources—industrial, civilian, and military—to achieve total victory. It blurs the lines between combatants and non-combatants.
Address, was a famous speech delivered by President Abraham Lincoln on November 19, 1863, at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
States, the name the Northern states went by during the Civil War.
War, a war fought between members of the same country.
the sustained general increase in the prices of goods and services across an economy over time.
the formal voluntary withdrawal of a state, region, or group from a larger political entity, such as a country or union.
the first national paper currency issued by the U.S. federal government in 1862 to finance the Civil War.
a holiday celebrated on June 19 to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US.
Lincoln, was the 16th president of the United States of America.

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Barton, creator of the American Red Cross
identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.
Proclamation, the speech given by Abraham Lincoln that stated, "declared that all enslaved people in Confederate states currently in rebellion are, and henceforward shall be free."
State, the slave-holding states located between the North and South that did not secede during the U.S. Civil War, remaining loyal to the Union.
an act or means of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving.
Amendment, what amendment would abolish slavery in the states.
States, the name the Southern states went by during the Civil War.

16 Clues: Barton, creator of the American Red Cross • War, a war fought between members of the same country. • Amendment, what amendment would abolish slavery in the states. • Lincoln, was the 16th president of the United States of America. • States, the name the Northern states went by during the Civil War. • ...

Launching A New Nation 2022-12-07

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a system in which the different parts of an organization (such as a government) have powers that affect and control the other parts so that no part can become too powerful.
a solution where both large and small states would be fairly represented by creating two houses of Congress
a series of violent attacks on courthouses and other government properties in Massachusetts
Founding Father, Signer of the Treaty of Paris, Second Governor of New York, and First Chief Justice of the United States
American officer in the American revolution and a leader of Shays Rebellion
The Alien and Sedition Acts were a set of four laws enacted in 1798 that applied restrictions to immigration and speech.
established the federal court system separate from individual state courts

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determined that three out of every five slaves was counted when determining a state's total population for legislative representation and taxation.
a formal meeting held in 1787 for the purpose of creating a constitution for the United States
the first woman to serve as Second Lady of United States and the second woman to serve as First Lady
Father of the Constitution
a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office.
the original constitution of the US, ratified in 1781, which was replaced by the US Constitution in 1789.
designed to protect the security and power of the small states by limiting each state to one vote in Congress, as under the Articles of Confederation
a founding father of the United States, who fought in the American Revolutionary War, helped draft the Constitution, and served as the first secretary of the treasury
chartered a government for the Northwest Territory, provided a method for admitting new states to the Union from the territory, and listed a bill of rights guaranteed in the territory.
begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period).

17 Clues: Father of the Constitution • begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period). • a charge of misconduct made against the holder of a public office. • established the federal court system separate from individual state courts • American officer in the American revolution and a leader of Shays Rebellion • ...

states and counties 2023-11-21

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Genesee
Cattaraugus
Steuben
Erie
jersey Wayne

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Wyoming
Allegany
Chautauqua
Niagara
mexico Orleans

10 Clues: Erie • Wyoming • Genesee • Steuben • Niagara • Allegany • Chautauqua • Cattaraugus • jersey Wayne • mexico Orleans

Cities and States 2024-06-10

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Louisville
Cincinnati
Nashville
Myrtle Beach
Orlando

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North Tonawanda
Richmond
San Francisco
St Louis

9 Clues: Orlando • Richmond • St Louis • Nashville • Louisville • Cincinnati • Myrtle Beach • San Francisco • North Tonawanda

Civil War Crossword 2023-02-22

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The idea that the South had the authority to nullify tariffs placed on goods.
The south had to fight a _________ war to win.
Who won the election of 1860?
Mainly the northern states, fighting to keep the Union together and to make slavery illegal.
Strategy used by the Union to try and take over the South; take control of mississippi river and split the South in two.
Abraham Lincoln said that he would stop the ______ of slavery.
The speach preformed by Abraham Lincoln stating that in order to end the war, slavery must be abolished.
Used to blockade and stop union ships from entering or leaving.
A person who flees or tries to escape.
The __________ __________ states that all slaves would be free as of January 1, 1863.
The man who created a march that burned and demolished many southern towns and cities.

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The compromise that banned slavery north of the 36° 30' line.
When starting the war the Union already had an ____ and a ____.
The act that allowed Kansas and Nebraska to choose if they wanted to be a free or slave state.
The decision to consider slaves as "property" and they would not be free, even in states that didn't allow slavery.
Most people died because of ________ during the Civil War.
The bloodiest battle in American history.
To formally break away in a political state.
Mainly the southern states, fighting for the right to keep slavery legal.
The states that allowed slavery but refused to leave the Union.

Civil War Crossword 2023-02-22

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The idea that the South had the authority to nullify tariffs placed on goods.
The south had to fight a _________ war to win.
Who won the election of 1860?
Mainly the northern states, fighting to keep the Union together and to make slavery illegal.
Strategy used by the Union to try and take over the South; take control of mississippi river and split the South in two.
Abraham Lincoln said that he would stop the ______ of slavery.
The speach preformed by Abraham Lincoln stating that in order to end the war, slavery must be abolished.
Used to blockade and stop union ships from entering or leaving.
A person who flees or tries to escape.
The __________ __________ states that all slaves would be free as of January 1, 1863.
The man who created a march that burned and demolished many southern towns and cities.

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The compromise that banned slavery north of the 36° 30' line.
When starting the war the Union already had an ____ and a ____.
The act that allowed Kansas and Nebraska to choose if they wanted to be a free or slave state.
The decision to consider slaves as "property" and they would not be free, even in states that didn't allow slavery.
Most people died because of ________ during the Civil War.
The bloodiest battle in American history.
To formally break away in a political state.
Mainly the southern states, fighting for the right to keep slavery legal.
The states that allowed slavery but refused to leave the Union.

Becoming a Citizen 2023-01-10

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what territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Who elects U.S. senators?
What is the highest court in the United States?
How many seats are on the Supreme Court?
How many senators does each state have?
What is the economic system of the United States?
hundred How many U.S. senators are there?
What U.S. war ended slavery?14thAmendment What amendment gives citizenship to all persons born in the United States?
The words “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” are in what founding document?
If the president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
What is the form of government of the United States?
what is the best way to participate in the United States government
What is the supreme law of the land?

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Who does a U.S. senator represent?
Who signs bills to become laws?
How many Supreme Court justices are usually needed to decide a case?
How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution have?
What does the Bill of Rights protect?
How can people become United States citizens?
What is the capital of the United States?
What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
How long is a term for a U.S. senator?
How are changes made to the U.S. Constitution?
Who is Commander in Chief of the U.S. military?
what founding document was written in 1787?
how long do Supreme Court justices serve?

26 Clues: Who elects U.S. senators? • Who signs bills to become laws? • Who does a U.S. senator represent? • What is the supreme law of the land? • What does the Bill of Rights protect? • How long is a term for a U.S. senator? • How many senators does each state have? • How many seats are on the Supreme Court? • What is the capital of the United States? • ...

GOV'T CROSSWORD 2 2021-11-11

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a provision of the U.S constitution that states that the constitution, federal law, and treaties of the United States are the "supreme Law of Land"
group of people chosen in each state and district of Columbia every four years who make a formal selection of the president and vice president
congressional act admitting a new state to the Union
those powers, expressed, implied,or inherent granted to the national government by the constitution
those powers that the Constitution does not grant to the National Government and does not deny to the States
those delegated powers of the national government that are spelled out, expressly, in the constitution
a change in or addition to the constitution or law
those delegated powers of the national government that are suggested by the expressed powers set out in the constitution; those "necessary and proper" to carry out the expressed powers
formal agreement entered into with the consent of congress, between or among states, or between a state and a foreign state
the legal process by which a fugitive from justice in one state is returned to that state

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a pact made by the president directly with the head of a foreign state;a binding international agreement with the force of law but which does not require senate consent
first 10 amendments to the constitution
those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise
those powers which can be exercised by the National Government alone
a formal agreement between two or more sovereign states
powers the constitution is presumed to have delegated to the National Government because it is the government of a sovereign state within the world community
a congressional act directing the people of a United States territory to frame a proposed State constitution as a step toward admission to the Union
formal approval or final consent to the effectiveness of a constitution, constitutional amendment, or treaty

18 Clues: first 10 amendments to the constitution • a change in or addition to the constitution or law • congressional act admitting a new state to the Union • a formal agreement between two or more sovereign states • those powers which can be exercised by the National Government alone • those powers that both the national government and the states possess and exercise • ...

4th of July 2024-07-02

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Famous signer of the Declaration of Independence: John _____.
Commonly consumed food on July 4th
Nickname for the American flag, stars and ____
Symbol of Freedom located in the New York Harbor: Statue of ____.
American President who was born July 4th, Calvin____
Patriotic song: Yankee ___.
Founding father and third President of the United States.
Cooking outdoors on a grill
Public procession that might occur on the July Fourth.

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Open air meal popular on July Fourth
The day of the Month on which American declared its independence
Fight for American independence : The ____ War.
Number of original colonies that declared independence
First President of the United States.
Founding document of the United States: The Declaration of ____.
Month in 1776 when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
National Bird of the United States
City in which the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Light show often seen on the 4th of July
Red, White and ____.
National Anthem: The Star-Spangled ____.

21 Clues: Red, White and ____. • Patriotic song: Yankee ___. • Cooking outdoors on a grill • Commonly consumed food on July 4th • National Bird of the United States • Open air meal popular on July Fourth • First President of the United States. • Light show often seen on the 4th of July • National Anthem: The Star-Spangled ____. • Nickname for the American flag, stars and ____ • ...

Ellie Hamilton 2nd SS 2023-03-06

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battle that happened on May 24 1856
Kansas first territorial governor
how many free states were there in 1854
John Brown's son that was killed on August 30 1856 in Osawatomie
something blocking others from coming in
were was the battle that happened on August 30 1856
invisible line that divided proslavery and antislavery states\
who led the group of pro slavery men in The Battle of Black Jack
how many territories were there in 1854
how many free-staters were kidnapped on May 19 1858 during the Marais Des Cyagnes Massacre

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person who dies from what they believe in
a safe route for escaped slaves
biggest territory in 1854
someone that wants to expand
someone that escaped and is in hiding
against slavery
someone who wants the states to be free and have no slaves
abolitionist that participated in The Battle of Black Jack
how many slave states was there in 1854
wanted slavery

20 Clues: wanted slavery • against slavery • biggest territory in 1854 • someone that wants to expand • a safe route for escaped slaves • Kansas first territorial governor • battle that happened on May 24 1856 • someone that escaped and is in hiding • how many free states were there in 1854 • how many slave states was there in 1854 • how many territories were there in 1854 • ...

4th of July 2025-03-19

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Famous signer of the Declaration of Independence: John _____.
Commonly consumed food on July 4th
Nickname for the American flag, stars and ____
Symbol of Freedom located in the New York Harbor: Statue of ____.
American President who was born July 4th, Calvin____
Patriotic song: Yankee ___.
Founding father and third President of the United States.
Cooking outdoors on a grill
Public procession that might occur on the July Fourth.

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Open air meal popular on July Fourth
The day of the Month on which American declared its independence
Fight for American independence : The ____ War.
Number of original colonies that declared independence
First President of the United States.
Founding document of the United States: The Declaration of ____.
Month in 1776 when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
National Bird of the United States
City in which the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Light show often seen on the 4th of July
Red, White and ____.
National Anthem: The Star-Spangled ____.

POLS 1101 Chapters 2 & 3 2019-08-29

POLS 1101 Chapters 2 & 3 crossword puzzle

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Gives congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations, with Indian tribes, and among various states.
Authority of the president to block legislation passed by Congress.
Compromise on legislative representation whereby the lower chamber is based on population, and the upper chamber provides equal representation to the states.
Process for selecting state judges whereby the original nomination is by appointment, and subsequent retention is by a retention election.
System of government in which ultimate authority rests with the regional governments.
Powers held by both the national and state governments in a federal system.
Meeting in 1787 at which twelve states intended to revise the Articles of Confederation but ended up proposing an entirely new constitution.
Gives Congress the power to pass all laws necessary and proper to the powers enumerated in Article 1, Section 8.
System of government in which sovereignty is constitutionally divided between national and state governments.
Initial governing authority of the United States
Formal process of changing the Constitution.
First ten amendments to the Constitution.
Makes federal law supreme over state laws.
Imposed taxes on almost all paper productions; boycotts and riots followed.
Required colonists to export certain items only to Britain.

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Five colonists killed by British soldiers; led Parliament to repeal all Townshend Act taxes except for tea tax.
Powers retained by the states under the Constitution.
The 1776 document declaring American independence from Great Britain.
Powers not expressly granted to Congress but added through the necessary and proper clause.
The presidential electors, selected to represent the votes of their respective states, who meet every four years to cast the electoral votes for president and vice president.
Right of states to invalidate acts of Congress they believe to be illegal.
Rule by the people.
Colonists dump taxed tea into Boston Harbor.
System of government in which ultimate authority rests with the national government.
Form of government in which power derives from citizens, but public officials make policy and govern according to existing law.
To formally withdraw from a nation-state.
Powers expressly granted to Congress by the Constitution.
Document that establishes the basic rules and procedures for how a society shall be governed.
Form of democracy in which political power is exercised directly by the citizens.

29 Clues: Rule by the people. • To formally withdraw from a nation-state. • First ten amendments to the Constitution. • Makes federal law supreme over state laws. • Colonists dump taxed tea into Boston Harbor. • Formal process of changing the Constitution. • Initial governing authority of the United States • Powers retained by the states under the Constitution. • ...

Juhi Shah Section. #3&4 XW 2024-03-22

Juhi Shah Section. #3&4 XW crossword puzzle

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____ Clay spoke for the West and was the leader of the War Hawks; he favored a more active role for the central government in establishing the country's growth.
___ Webster was the most skilled public speaker of his time and thought slavery was not fair and cruel.
The _____ Doctrine was the policy that President James Monroe declared in 1823 that showed that the United States was determined to keep European power out of the West.
____ is loyalty to one's state or section rather than to the nation all together: Northern, Southern, and Western.
____twenty-one was when the treaty was secured and we gained Florida.
A settlement on the Apalachicola River known as the ___ Fort which contained about 1,000 African Americans.
Gibbons vs. ____ was another Supreme Court case that upheld the power of the federal government to regulate trade.
The ____-Onis Treaty secured trade between the US and Spain for the land of Florida.
The United States successfully challenged European ______, which is direct involvement, in Latin America.

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We paid ___ million dollars to gain Florida from Spain.
The policy also warned European nations not to attempt to regain control of the newly independent nations of ____ America.
Spain did not retaliate when Andrew Jackson destroyed the fort because they were too busy fighting ____ in Latin America and could not risk war with the United States.
___ C. Calhoun spoke for the South,was a firm defender of slavery, and opposed policies that would strengthen the power of the federal government.
____ vs. Maryland was a Supreme Court case in which the court ruled that states have no right to interfere with federal institutions within their borders.
The American ____ was Henry Clay's plan, which was aimed at promoting economic growth and called for high tariffs on imports, which would immensely benefit northern factories.
Americans ___ as Latin American nations won independence.Yay!
Tariffs remained high, and Congress spent a little on ____ improvements, which were for roads, bridges, and canals.
The policy called for the United States to not ____ in the affairs of European nations or existing colonies of European nations.
Only the federal government had the power to regulate ____ commerce, or trade between diverse states.
Despite some tensions between different states, the nation enjoyed an "___ of good feelings" after the war.

20 Clues: We paid ___ million dollars to gain Florida from Spain. • Americans ___ as Latin American nations won independence.Yay! • ____twenty-one was when the treaty was secured and we gained Florida. • The ____-Onis Treaty secured trade between the US and Spain for the land of Florida. • ...

4th of July 2024-07-02

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Public procession that might occur on the July Fourth.
Month in 1776 when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
National Bird of the United States
City in which the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Cooking outdoors on a grill
American President who was born July 4th, Calvin____
Nickname for the American flag, stars and ____
Fight for American independence : The ____ War.
Famous signer of the Declaration of Independence: John _____.
Symbol of Freedom located in the New York Harbor: Statue of ____.
Commonly consumed food on July 4th
Founding document of the United States: The Declaration of ____.

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Red, White and ____.
Light show often seen on the 4th of July
Patriotic song: Yankee ___.
Founding father and third President of the United States.
The day of the Month on which American declared its independence
Open air meal popular on July Fourth
First President of the United States.
Number of original colonies that declared independence
National Anthem: The Star-Spangled ____.

21 Clues: Red, White and ____. • Patriotic song: Yankee ___. • Cooking outdoors on a grill • National Bird of the United States • Commonly consumed food on July 4th • Open air meal popular on July Fourth • First President of the United States. • Light show often seen on the 4th of July • National Anthem: The Star-Spangled ____. • Nickname for the American flag, stars and ____ • ...

history 2022-11-22

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- make full use of and derive benifent
- Latin America and the united states came together
corollary - prevent european nations from sending troops to the carrabian and central america
of influence - an area where a foreign nation controlled economic development
Roosevelt - 26th president
- imperial powers allowed local rulers to stay in control
- part of manifest destiny
rebellion - a group that wiped out foreign devils
Marti - writer/poet who committed to the cause of the Cuban independence
diplomancy - countrys finacial power to extend its international influence
c.perry - ordered the commodore to take a navel expedition to japan to negotiate a trade treaty
white fleet - president Roosevelt sent 16 battle ships of the united states navy

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- economic and political domination of a strong nation
Pulitzer - the owner of a major newspaper in the world
door policy - all countries should be allowed to trade with china
- the attitude of aggressive nationalism
t Mahon - an officer in the united states navy who naught of naval war college
amendment - Cuba rules for the island with the united states
treaty - gave united states the executive right to build and control any canal through central america
journalism - exaggerated or made of the story to attract readers
- emotional strain
cross a person
Randolph Hearst- the owner of a major newspaper the journal

23 Clues: cross a person • - emotional strain • Roosevelt - 26th president • - part of manifest destiny • - make full use of and derive benifent • - the attitude of aggressive nationalism • rebellion - a group that wiped out foreign devils • - Latin America and the united states came together • - economic and political domination of a strong nation • ...

Map Vocabulary Review 2021-09-28

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An area defined by its common features
Lines that measure the distances east and west of the Prime Meridian
A map that shows information about the past
A map legend; the boxed list showing what the symbols or colors on a map represent
A simple map that shows where the area in which an accompanying map is located
A ruler that shows distance on a map
A symbol on a map that shows cardinal and intercardinal directins
A map that shows physical characteristics of a land area

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A map that shows information such as borders, capitals, and important cities
A map that shows geographic features of a place, such as mountains and valleys and bodies of waters
Shows high and low places through different colors and shading
The distance above or below sea level
Lines that measure the distance north and south from the equator
A map that shows how many people live in an area
A map that shows a picture of what an area looks like from space

15 Clues: A ruler that shows distance on a map • The distance above or below sea level • An area defined by its common features • A map that shows information about the past • A map that shows how many people live in an area • A map that shows physical characteristics of a land area • Shows high and low places through different colors and shading • ...

crossword midterm puzzle 2020-09-30

crossword midterm puzzle crossword puzzle

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one of the Amendments that abolished slavery in the United States
a form of government operating on principles adopting from Republican and a democracy
this Trail pointed the way for the United States to expand Westward to achieve the positions of the day called Manifest Destiny to reach from sea to shining sea
a protest that occurred in December people got a lot of tea imported by British East India Company into the Hober
ended the war between the United States and Mexico by its terms, Mexico gets fifty five of its territory, including parts of present day Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, Nevada, and Utah, to the United States.
was an American statesman, politician legal scholar military commander lawyer Banker an economist he was one of the founding fathers of the United States
it granted citizenship to all people born or naturalized in the United States including Farmers and slaves guaranteed all citizens equal
the first ten amendments to the US Constitution ratified and guaranteeing such rights as the freedom of speech assembly and worship
a american-statesman, lawyer, philospher and founding father who served as a third president of the United States
a u.s. history document that was approved by the continental Congress that announced the separation of thirteen North American British colonies from Great Britain
the action of withdrawing formally from membership of a federation or body, especially a political state
declared that all persons held as slaves" within the rebelious states are and henceforward shall be free
was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman. After escaping from slavery in Maryland, he became a national leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York
a series of laws designed to restrict England carrying trades English ships
it forbid all settlement west of line drawn along the Appalachian Mountains which was Indian reserved

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a place which crops such as coffee sugar and tobacco are grown by Resident labor
this plan divided two bodies the Senate and the House of Representative with proportional representation
the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or Abridged by the United States or any state on account of race color or previous conditions of servitude
this railroad was one thousand one hundred ninety-two my railroad line constructed it connected the existing Eastern u.s. rail network at the Council Bluffs Iowa Pacific Coast at the Oakland Long Wharf on San Francisco Bay
a person who favors the abomination of practice instruction such as slavery
was a American political leader, military general, statesmen and founding father who served as the first president of the United States
was the King of Great Britain
a state and local laws that enforced racial segregation in Southern United States
and after of a national stage who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln
a word that occurred between cheyenne and arpaho people by the US Army in the American Indian Wars that occurred
a plan to have one vote in Congress instead of the number of votes being based on population
It stemmed from the annexation of the Republic of Texas by the US from a dispute over whether Texas ended at the Nueces River or the Rio Grande
was the North American conflict in a larger war between Great Britain and France
a small but pivotal battle during the American Revolution it took place in December and Trenton New Jersey
an act that required printed materials in the colonies be produced and stamp paper produced in London carrying an embossed revenue Stamp
it reduce the rate of tax on molasses from six piece to three pints per gallon
a decade long fight for freedom by a Black enslaved man named Dred Scott
a belief in the benefits of profitable Trading

33 Clues: was the King of Great Britain • a belief in the benefits of profitable Trading • one of the Amendments that abolished slavery in the United States • and after of a national stage who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln • a decade long fight for freedom by a Black enslaved man named Dred Scott • ...

POS 120 First Exam Review 2023-02-07

POS 120 First Exam Review crossword puzzle

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Highlights the male dominance and absence of women in political discussions and in the field
The use of historical analogs to draw lessons on the present (often incorrectly)
States cooperate with each other in order to develop an international community/society.
The ability to rule with legitimacy through the institutions of law and a monopoly over the legitimate use of violence
Sovereign political entity with legitimacy, territory, and a system of bureaucracy/governing institution
The ability to act independently with other states
Viewing adversarial states or individuals as having the opposite characteristics of oneself or group
The tendency to dismiss new evidence if it contradicts prior belief or understanding
The idea that the proletariat will successfully revolt and overthrow the state, also diminishing the existence of class division.

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The control of things within your own state/territory
The tendency to agree with group consensus and hesitancy to challenge it
States act only in their own self-interest. Defense and security are the main focuses. States are violent because they want power.
Another name for a State in Political Science
States'identities and interests are socially constructed. Norms play a huge role in the decision-making process
States are violent because they HAVE to be in order to survive
A shared culture, history, language, or identity
Leadership or dominance, especially by one social group or country, over the others

17 Clues: Another name for a State in Political Science • A shared culture, history, language, or identity • The ability to act independently with other states • The control of things within your own state/territory • States are violent because they HAVE to be in order to survive • The tendency to agree with group consensus and hesitancy to challenge it • ...

Citizenship Exam 3 2024-01-10

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One of the two political parties of the United States.
The current president of the United States.
This sets up the government for the United States.
The name of the national anthem.
The number of years that a senator serves.
This is the capital of the United States.
One of the two senators for Texas.
He was president during the Great Depression.
He was the first president of the United States and is known as the Father of the Country.
The main concern of the United States during the Cold War.
The group of people who lived in America before the Europeans arrived.

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The name of the man who fought for civil rights.
He was president during the Civil War.
One of the reasons that the colonists rebelled against Great Britain.
The number of senators each state has.
One of the state that borders Mexico.
One of the enemies of the United States during World War II.
The number of amendments of the Constitution.
The name of the ocean that is on the west coast.
The number of stripes on the American flag.
He is the current Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
The name of the woman who fought for women's rights.
The name of the territory that the United States bought from France in 1803.

23 Clues: The name of the national anthem. • One of the two senators for Texas. • One of the state that borders Mexico. • He was president during the Civil War. • The number of senators each state has. • This is the capital of the United States. • The number of years that a senator serves. • The current president of the United States. • The number of stripes on the American flag. • ...

How our government - The US Constitution - was born 2021-11-22

How our government - The US Constitution - was born crossword puzzle

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Another question for revising the government was: Should the government's power to rule come from the states or the ___?(6).
The delegates believed the basic ___ of government was to protect the rights to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”(3).
The first government called the Articles of Confederation could establish a post office, raise an army, declare war, and print money, but it could not levy ___(2).
___ system- a strong national government that shared power with the states(8).
These were created when ratifying the Constitution was in question and a divide among Americans began.
States had to make several agreements or ___ when creating the United State's Constitution(1).
Some leaders from the American Revolution did not attend the convention because they feared that a ___ national government would hurt states’ rights(3).
The U.S. Constitution is the ___ used written charter in the entire world(1).
A written plan that provides the basic framework of a government - each state has their own of these(4).

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state leaders present at the Constitutional Convention(2).
A country governed by elected representatives(3).
When revising the government, the hardest question was how ___ the government should be. Many wanted to preserve the rights of the states and feared too strong of a national government(5).
A formal alliance, in this case among states(2).
The Three-Fifths Compromise counted each slave as only ⅗ a person for representation in the government(7).
after declaring independence, Congress tried to unite the states under one ___(1)
This government, the Articles of Confederation was not what the country ___ because it could not raise funds to do anything effective(3).
Representatives in government help gain a ___ on decision making for laws, taxes, and policies(7).
If the central government is too ___, it could not protect liberty and property(5).
to formally approve a plan or an agreement(8).
An agreement was reached in which ___ the population and size of state applied to the amount of representation in government(6).

20 Clues: to formally approve a plan or an agreement(8). • A formal alliance, in this case among states(2). • A country governed by elected representatives(3). • state leaders present at the Constitutional Convention(2). • The U.S. Constitution is the ___ used written charter in the entire world(1). • ...

Civil War: Significant People 2022-11-28

Civil War: Significant People crossword puzzle

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served as a Superintendent of Army Nurses; created the first generation of American mental asylums
U.S. commanding officer of the Confederate Army of Tennessee at the Battle of Chickamauga and Chattanooga
18th U.S. President; lead the Union Army during the American Civil War
Stage actor; assassinator of Abraham Lincoln
U.S. Army officer; helped lead during Mexican-American War and Civil War
Union army officer who was in command of a regiment of African American troops
Nurse who becomes one of the most honored women in American History
started a rebellion known as the Southampton Insurrection
General of the Confederate States
former U.S. Secretary of State during John Quincy Adam's Presidency
slave who sued over being denied freedom
President of the Confederate States from 1861 to 1865
american journalist who helped organize both the New England and American Anti-Slavery Society
U.S. Army officer who became a major general for the Confederate States Army
American commander of the U.S. Army garrison of Fort Sumter
16th president of the United States
6th President of the United States

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An architect of the American abolitionist movement; lectured for the American Anti-Slavery Society
American abolitionist; rose to fame after publishing The Narrative of the Life of (himself)
Served as an engineer during Mexican-American War and was transferred east by President Lincoln as a Union general
strong hate for slavery; started
helped many slaves escape to the North via the Underground Railroad
an American abolisionist of New York Dutch heritage and a women's rights activist
former U.S. Senator for the Democratic party; one who promoted the Kansas-Nebraska Act
former U.S. Secretary of State during Millard Fillmore's Presidency
was formerly enslaved and a Carpenter; accused of planning a major slave revolt in 1822
author of the book Uncle Tom's Cabin
Wife of Abraham Lincoln
Famous military leader and Union general who played a crucial role in the victory over the Confederate States
One of the best-known commanders of the Confederate States Army after Robert E. Lee

30 Clues: Wife of Abraham Lincoln • strong hate for slavery; started • General of the Confederate States • 6th President of the United States • 16th president of the United States • author of the book Uncle Tom's Cabin • slave who sued over being denied freedom • Stage actor; assassinator of Abraham Lincoln • President of the Confederate States from 1861 to 1865 • ...

HSA Review Crossword 2015-05-21

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economic system where economic decisions are made based on cultural traditions
a democracy in which the executive and legislative powers are both held by a group of elected officials called a parliament
a system of government in which the people have power over the government.
describes the fact that there are limited resources compared to unlimited human wants
the principle of government that states that the government is divided into three branches and that each has certain powers.
the principle of government that states that each branch of government has limits it can place on the power of the other branches.
a form of government in which the states hold all of the power.
a government ruled by a single leader who has inherited their position from their family and has absolute power.
an economic system that blends features of command economy, market economy, and traditional economy

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a form of government in which the national government holds the power
a government ruled by a single leader who has achieved their position through popularity, revolution, wealth, etc.
an economic system where most economic decisions are made by businesses and individuals
the principle of government that states that the government gets all of its power from the people
the principle of government that states that there are limits on the power of the government.
an economic system where most major economic decisions are made by the government
describes a government in which the people have few rights and little say in how the government is run.
a form of government in which the national and state governments share power.
describes a government that has total control over peoples’ lives
cost the opportunity someone has to pass up when making a decision
a government ruled by a small group of people.
a democracy led by a president and in which the executive and legislative powers are held by separate branches.
the principle of government that states that the Supreme Court can decide whether or not a law or presidential action is constitutional
the principle of government which states that everyone must follow the laws including the wealthy, the powerful, and those in government.
the principle of government in which the national and state governments share power.

24 Clues: a government ruled by a small group of people. • a form of government in which the states hold all of the power. • describes a government that has total control over peoples’ lives • cost the opportunity someone has to pass up when making a decision • a form of government in which the national government holds the power • ...

HSA Review Crossword 2015-05-21

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describes the fact that there are limited resources compared to unlimited human wants
an economic system where most economic decisions are made by businesses and individuals
a government ruled by a single leader who has achieved their position through popularity, revolution, wealth, etc.
a form of government in which the national government holds the power
the principle of government that states that the Supreme Court can decide whether or not a law or presidential action is constitutional
describes a government in which the people have few rights and little say in how the government is run.
an economic system where most major economic decisions are made by the government
the principle of government that states that the government is divided into three branches and that each has certain powers.
a system of government in which the people have power over the government.
economic system where economic decisions are made based on cultural traditions
the principle of government which states that everyone must follow the laws including the wealthy, the powerful, and those in government.

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a government ruled by a small group of people.
a democracy in which the executive and legislative powers are both held by a group of elected officials called a parliament
the principle of government that states that the government gets all of its power from the people
describes a government that has total control over peoples’ lives
a democracy led by a president and in which the executive and legislative powers are held by separate branches.
the principle of government that states that each branch of government has limits it can place on the power of the other branches.
the principle of government in which the national and state governments share power.
the principle of government that states that there are limits on the power of the government.
a form of government in which the states hold all of the power.
cost the opportunity someone has to pass up when making a decision
a form of government in which the national and state governments share power.
an economic system that blends features of command economy, market economy, and traditional economy
a government ruled by a single leader who has inherited their position from their family and has absolute power.

Jackson Presidency & Westward Expansion 2025-01-06

Jackson Presidency & Westward Expansion crossword puzzle

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- The 7th President of the United States (1829–1837), known for his populist appeal and controversial policies such as the Indian Removal Act.
- A high tariff on imports that angered Southern states and contributed to the Nullification Crisis.
- Legislation that provided settlers with 160 acres of public land in exchange for a small fee and the promise to farm the land for five years.
- A scandal involving members of Jackson's Cabinet and their wives, which highlighted tensions in Jackson’s administration.
- Land in present-day Oklahoma designated as the relocation site for Native American tribes displaced by the Indian Removal Act.
- The practice of rewarding political supporters with government jobs, implemented extensively during Jackson’s presidency.
- A land acquisition by the United States from France that doubled the nation's size, facilitating westward migration.
- The forced relocation of Native American tribes, particularly the Cherokee, resulting in thousands of deaths due to harsh conditions.
- Legislation signed by Jackson that authorized the relocation of Native American tribes from their ancestral lands to territories west of the Mississippi River.

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- A major route used by settlers traveling west to Oregon and other territories during the 19th century.
- A conflict between the United States and Mexico that resulted in significant territorial gains for the U.S., including present-day California, Arizona, and New Mexico.
- Settlers who moved westward to claim free or cheap land under laws like the Homestead Act.
- The incorporation of Texas into the United States, which heightened tensions with Mexico and contributed to the Mexican-American War.
- A political confrontation between South Carolina and the federal government over tariffs, during which Jackson opposed the idea of state nullification of federal laws.
- A period of rapid migration to California following the discovery of gold, significantly boosting westward expansion.
- A political movement during Jackson’s presidency that emphasized greater democracy for the "common man" and expanded suffrage to most white males.
- A land purchase from Mexico that facilitated the construction of a southern transcontinental railroad.
- Jackson’s campaign to dismantle the Second Bank of the United States, which he viewed as corrupt and favoring elites.
- The belief that the United States was destined to expand across the North American continent, often used to justify westward expansion.
- Legislation that gave Jackson the authority to use military force to ensure compliance with federal tariffs.

20 Clues: - Settlers who moved westward to claim free or cheap land under laws like the Homestead Act. • - A high tariff on imports that angered Southern states and contributed to the Nullification Crisis. • - A major route used by settlers traveling west to Oregon and other territories during the 19th century. • ...

Chapter 4 2022-11-18

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levied on individual earnings has become the major source of money for the national government
hand over (a person accused or convicted of a crime) to the jurisdiction of the foreign state in which the crime was committed.
Those powers that the national government may exercise simply because it is a government are its
the basis for the implied powers is the necessary and proper clause (Article I, Section 8).
one of the earliest federalists
when signed by the president, enables the people of the territory interested in becoming a state to prepare a constitution
Those powers that the national government requires to carry out the powers that are expressly defined in the Constitution are called
One view the favors state and local action in dealing with problems.
landmark case of 1819
Since the mid 1960s, Congress has used ______, or the power to assume responsibility for a state government function, in order to gain authority over a state.
another early federalist

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those powers granted to the national government under the United States Constitution
Article VI, Section 2, of the Constitution makes the acts and treaties of the United States supreme.
The Constitution states that full faith and credit shall be given in each state to the public acts,records,and judicial proceedings of every other state
The courts have never given a complete listing of
forbidding racial discrimination in public accommodations such as hotels and restaurants
government and the states have.
are those powers directly expressed or stated in the Constitution by the Founders.
The Constitution also reserves certain powers strictly to the states.
A nationalist Chief Justice; presided during McCulloch
The principal way in which states may do this is to negotiate
Expressed powers are also called
are those powers that both the
A second view the favors national action in dealing with these matters.
- This clause applies only to civil law, or laws relating to disputes between individuals, groups, or with the state
The main way the national government provides money to the states is through

26 Clues: landmark case of 1819 • another early federalist • are those powers that both the • government and the states have. • one of the earliest federalists • Expressed powers are also called • The courts have never given a complete listing of • A nationalist Chief Justice; presided during McCulloch • The principal way in which states may do this is to negotiate • ...

Civil War 2023-05-12

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Referred to as the Confederacy . Name of the unrecognized ¨country¨ temporarily created by the southern states which seceded from the union.
Someone who wishes to abolish or get rid of slavery.
Act Law allowed those territories to decide for themselves whether or not to allow slavery by utilizing popular voting.
Slave states that stayed with the United States during the civil war.
16th president, he was president during the Civil War
The action of formally withdrawing from a federation
A war between citizens of the same country. The American civil war was a war between Americans over states rights. It was a 4 year war and over 600,000 Americans died.
An enslaved African American man, he unsuccessfully sued for his freedom, and the case went to the supreme court.

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The 13th amendment abolished slavery, and the 14th granted all citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the U.S. . 15th prohibited the denial of the vote because of race, color, or previous servitude.
Required all escaped slaves to be returned to their masters and that citizens of free states must cooperate.
of 1850 California wanted to join the union as a free state which caused conflict between the North and the South
To be set free. Lincoln's emancipation proclamation set free all slaves in the confederacy only.
Numerous laws enacted in the former Confederate states after the civil war limited the rights and liberties of African Americans.
A place where weapons and other military supplies are stored.
Abolitionist, Led attacks in Kansas during ¨bleeding Kansas¨, planned to arm slaves in a revolt.
The largest organizational group of soldiers, made up of one or more corps.
The period of U.S. history immediately following the Civil War in which the conditions that would allow the rebellious Southern states back into the Union.
To lie in wait for an unexpected attack.
An anti-slavery novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe. It helped spread the abolitionist movement throughout the north.
marked the official beginning of the American Civil Wa

20 Clues: To lie in wait for an unexpected attack. • Someone who wishes to abolish or get rid of slavery. • The action of formally withdrawing from a federation • 16th president, he was president during the Civil War • marked the official beginning of the American Civil Wa • A place where weapons and other military supplies are stored. • ...

Creating the Constitution 2022-02-14

Creating the Constitution crossword puzzle

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the number of branches created under the Constitution
the second government of the United States
one of the two houses created out of the great compromise
trade between states
two house; two body
approve
the types of goods the southern states were producing
Federalists wanted a strong one of these
last name of one of the anti-federalists
the title given to the "executive" under the Articles of Confederation
the name of the compromise that covers that issue between foreign and interstate trade
means to change
the plan that says states wanted representation based on population
the plan that says states wanted equal representation
the types of goods the northern states were producing
one house; one body
one of its leaders were Hamilton
opposed ratification

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the compromise over representation in the House of Representatives
the number of states needs to amend the Articles of Confederation
the name of the compromise surrounding the issue of representation in congress
also known as the Connecticut compromise
the system of government the US was under when the states had more power
what the Anti-federalists wanted added to the Constitution
Anti-federalists wanted a strong one of these
finish the quote "all ______ _______ should be counted as well as three-fifths of all other persons"

26 Clues: approve • means to change • two house; two body • one house; one body • trade between states • opposed ratification • one of its leaders were Hamilton • also known as the Connecticut compromise • Federalists wanted a strong one of these • last name of one of the anti-federalists • the second government of the United States • Anti-federalists wanted a strong one of these • ...

Map Skills 2023-04-10

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tools on a map that tell what symbols represent
Bismarck is capital of this state
Capital of Kentucky
Ocean that borders California on its west coast
Capital of Montana

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Ocean that border Virginia on its east coast
State with relative location of west from South Dakota
symbol that represents state capitals
body of water with relative location of south from Louisiana
Lake that borders Michigan to the east

10 Clues: Capital of Montana • Capital of Kentucky • Bismarck is capital of this state • symbol that represents state capitals • Lake that borders Michigan to the east • Ocean that border Virginia on its east coast • tools on a map that tell what symbols represent • Ocean that borders California on its west coast • State with relative location of west from South Dakota • ...

Hollister California 2026-04-14

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Restaurant named after an animal with good cardio
Every Wednesday in the spring and fall
Park known to host local events and has a playground, tennis and pickleball courts
High school
Infamopus gathering of poeple and motorcycles
First name of the current mayor of Hollster, her last name is Stephens
Park funded by the country to make sure to hold on to its beauty and wildlife that is just outside of Hollister
Park with water and ocean animal elements
Giant ranch land given to Hollister when it was founded, now the name of a middle school
Long backroad to Hollister
Line that runs through Hollister making it one of the earthquakes capitals of the world
Park in Hollister that is known for its quick hikes
Local community college that serves both Hollister and its neighboring cities

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County that Hollister is located in
Known for its golf club and resort
Popular event known for its bull riding and barrel racing
Park located at the top of a hill
High school mascot
Local News source
Building located downtown that hosts major city events
large outdoor recreation area just outside Hollister, known for its rugged terrain and off-road trails
Main street in downtown Hollister
Day program that offers day services, training and employment, community living, and mental health services

23 Clues: High school • Local News source • High school mascot • Long backroad to Hollister • Park located at the top of a hill • Main street in downtown Hollister • Known for its golf club and resort • County that Hollister is located in • Every Wednesday in the spring and fall • Park with water and ocean animal elements • Infamopus gathering of poeple and motorcycles • ...

George The man who worked hard, stayed honest, and waited for life to reward him – but it didn’t. Tom The carefree brother who chose pleasure over responsibility. Money What Tom constantly asked for — and George kept giving. Capitals Places where Tom 2025-04-17

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Places where Tom enjoyed his freedom — Paris, Rome, Berlin, etc.
The carefree brother who chose pleasure over responsibility.
The man who worked hard, stayed honest, and waited for life to reward him – but it didn’t.
The rare reward George allowed himself once a year.

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Tom’s irresistible trait that made everyone like him.
What George believed in all his life — until the ending made him question it.
What changed Tom’s life forever, thanks to a rich older lady.
What Tom constantly asked for — and George kept giving.
The feeling the story ends with — life didn’t go the way you’d expect.
The hardworking creature from the fable that inspired the story.

10 Clues: The rare reward George allowed himself once a year. • Tom’s irresistible trait that made everyone like him. • What Tom constantly asked for — and George kept giving. • The carefree brother who chose pleasure over responsibility. • What changed Tom’s life forever, thanks to a rich older lady. • Places where Tom enjoyed his freedom — Paris, Rome, Berlin, etc. • ...

Ancient Chinese Warfare 2020-05-31

Ancient Chinese Warfare crossword puzzle

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the smallest of the warring states
the era that began when China was unified
the earliest soldiers in ancient china
the vehicle that carried the archers and drivers during early ancient chinese battles
the dynasty during which firearms were developed
the number of chapters in The Art of War

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the state victorious at the end of the warring states period
what the earliest armour was made of
the number of states involved in the Warring states
armies of mounted troops
important weapon developed during the Warring states period
the author of The Art of War
the state eliminated by qin state in 223BCE
the book written in ancient china on war strategies
the axe that was popular during the warring states period
the dynasty in power at the beginning of the warring states period

16 Clues: armies of mounted troops • the author of The Art of War • the smallest of the warring states • what the earliest armour was made of • the earliest soldiers in ancient china • the number of chapters in The Art of War • the era that began when China was unified • the state eliminated by qin state in 223BCE • the dynasty during which firearms were developed • ...

Review of Naturalization Test Questions 2023-10-05

Review of Naturalization Test Questions crossword puzzle

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Capital of the United States
Ocean on the west coast of the United States
The name of our national anthem
Current President of the United States (last name only)
Capital of Oklahoma
"Supreme Law of the Land"

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What we call the first ten amendments
One of the longest rivers in the United States (if the one you chose doesn't fit, try the other river)
Author of the Declaration of Independence (last name only)
The U.S. war between the northern and southern states
Ocean on the east coast of the United States
Who takes over for the president if they cannot serve
Month we vote for president
"Father of our Country", first president of the United States (last name only)
We elect a U.S. senator for how many years
Number of Supreme Court Justices

16 Clues: Capital of Oklahoma • "Supreme Law of the Land" • Month we vote for president • Capital of the United States • The name of our national anthem • Number of Supreme Court Justices • What we call the first ten amendments • We elect a U.S. senator for how many years • Ocean on the west coast of the United States • Ocean on the east coast of the United States • ...

Social Studies Map Skills 2022-08-30

Social Studies Map Skills crossword puzzle

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lines that measure the distance east and west of the prime meridian
a symbol on a map that shows directions
an piece of land almost surrounded by water, but still attached to the mainland
the distance above or below sea level
lines that measure distance north and south from the equator
a map that shows geographic features of a place, such as mountains, valleys, and bodies of water
a boxed list that shows what symbols or colors on a map mean

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a map that shows information about the past
a map that shows how many people live in an area
an area that shares common physical or human characteristics
a ruler that shows distances on a map
a map that shows information such as borders, capitals, and important cities
an area of land that is completely surrounded by water

13 Clues: a ruler that shows distances on a map • the distance above or below sea level • a symbol on a map that shows directions • a map that shows information about the past • a map that shows how many people live in an area • an area of land that is completely surrounded by water • an area that shares common physical or human characteristics • ...

Sean Harris's Articles X-Word 2024-02-09

Sean Harris's Articles X-Word crossword puzzle

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The Articles of Confederation could not _____ the states, the states disregarded.
In Alexander Hamilton's eyes, the U.S. had advantages such as natural resources and a big __________.
The presence of _________ military on American lands convinced the states to consider changing the first constitution.
Noah _______ wrote the American Spelling Book.
Shay's Rebellion was imposed in __________.
Because the federal government had no money, wealthy _________ helped raise militias.
The states regulated ______ with eachother.
After Revolutionary War, the American states were deeply in ________, so they raised taxes, angering colonists which led to Shay's Rebellion.
In 1783, the Revolutionary War _______.
The Articles of Confederation was the First U.S. ________, passed during the Rev. War.

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_________ Hamilton saw power in the U.S. but hated the congress.
After the war, loyalists felt like ________ and didn't fit in.
The U.S. not having an _________ government is a important underlying crisis.
Shay's Rebllion highlighted the Article of Confederation's ___________.
Decreasing the value of ________ convinced the states to consider changing the first constitution.
After __________ Rebellion, it convinced people that they needed to have a strong federal government. They needed a new constitution.
In 1775, the Revolutionary War _________.
In 1781, the Articles of Confederation was _________. (taken, gotten)
Over _______ thousand miltias was formed to fight Shay's men.
The Articles of Confederation had _____ house.

20 Clues: In 1783, the Revolutionary War _______. • In 1775, the Revolutionary War _________. • Shay's Rebellion was imposed in __________. • The states regulated ______ with eachother. • Noah _______ wrote the American Spelling Book. • The Articles of Confederation had _____ house. • Over _______ thousand miltias was formed to fight Shay's men. • ...

Social Studies 2026-04-14

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a dry region found in parts of the southwestern U.S.
a change to the Constitution
the national bird of the United States
the first president of the United States
what the U.S. declared in 1776
the number of stripes on the American flag
a person who moves to a new country
the largest state overall in the United States
the ocean on the west coast of the U.S.
a government where people vote for leaders
the number of states in the United States
the city where the capital of the U.S. is located
the first permanent English settlement in America

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the upper house of Congress, has 100 members
a holiday celebrating early settlers and Native Americans
the month Independence Day is celebrated
the lawmaking branch of the U.S. government
large flat lands in the central United States
the president during the Civil War
early settlers who came to America for religious freedom
the ocean on the east coast of the U.S.
another word for freedom
a system where people were treated as property
the state where the Statue of Liberty is located
the document that outlines the U.S. government
the war between the North and South
an early settlement ruled by another country

27 Clues: another word for freedom • a change to the Constitution • what the U.S. declared in 1776 • the president during the Civil War • a person who moves to a new country • the war between the North and South • the national bird of the United States • the ocean on the east coast of the U.S. • the ocean on the west coast of the U.S. • the month Independence Day is celebrated • ...

Review Crossword Puzzle 2020-09-30

Review Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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: A battle between the Germans and the americans in 1781 and was a decisive victory.
Provided shelter for Newly freed African Americans.
states.
: A slave who sued for his freedom claiming that his four year stay in the northern portion of the louisiana Territory had made him a free man.
: He was an author of the declaration of independence and was the third president of the united states.
: Guaranteeing suh tights as the freedom of speech, assembly, and worship.
: a Battle between the united states and Mexico from 1846 to 1848.
: was a American social reformed, Abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman.
: facilitated the creation of the first transcontinental railroad, a huge railway line connected the east of the USA to the west.
: was a railroad line constructed between 1863 and 1869 that connected the east to the council Buffs.
: was a ruling that banned off land but the colonists rebelled and won.
: Native Americans that were forced of their lands by the Americans.
: declared the slaves in the rebellious confederate states would be free but not all slaves.
: Gave voting right to every man citizen including African Americans.

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: was abolishing slavery and if you had slaves it was a crime.
the belief that American settlers were destined to expand across North America.
: equal protection under law and African Americans became citizens.
: the king of great britain
: a American actor who assassinated president Abraham Lincoln.
: he was a military general and the first president of the united states.
: became a founding father and the impassioned champion of a strong federal government and played a defending role in the US constitution.
: A withdrawal from the eleven
: was a long and serious english law that developed, Promoted and regulated English ships, shipping ,Trade,commerce between countries.
: a battle between the united states and Great Britain over britain violations.
: a form of democracy in which people decide on policy initiatives directly.
: This act was a law that was passed by the british to import sugar to the colonies.
: a proposal for the structure if the united states Government
: people who are in the anti-Slavery movement.
: large-estate meant for farming that specializes in cotton, coffee, tea, cocoa, and sugarcane.
: was a small battle in the American revolutionary war that had heavy loss and continental army.

30 Clues: states. • : the king of great britain • : A withdrawal from the eleven • : people who are in the anti-Slavery movement. • Provided shelter for Newly freed African Americans. • : was abolishing slavery and if you had slaves it was a crime. • : a American actor who assassinated president Abraham Lincoln. • : a proposal for the structure if the united states Government • ...

Civil War Crossword 2023-04-12

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the power to reduce a fine or the length of a sentence imposed by a court
someone who wanted to end slavery in the US
a knife that can be fixed to the end of a rifle and used as a weapon
a loose union of independent states; name of government used by the southern states that seceded during the Civil War
warship covered with protective iron plates
cannons and large guns
when the southern states chose to leave the United States and to no longer be a part of the countrybrogan an ankle-high shoe worn by soldiers during the Civil War
a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy
putting the local interests and customs ahead of the entire country
soldiers that travel by foot
a term used to describe people who supported the Union

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a group of civilians trained to fight in emergencies
a soldier who is killed, wounded, captured, or missing in battle
a muzzle-loading shoulder gun with a long barrel
a nickname for United States paper money that was first used in 1862. It got its name from the green ink used in printing
murder of a public figure, usually for political reasons
belongs to a period before the American Civil War
a northerner who opposed using force to keep the southern states in the Union
a Northerner who moved to the South after the Civil War

19 Clues: cannons and large guns • soldiers that travel by foot • someone who wanted to end slavery in the US • warship covered with protective iron plates • a muzzle-loading shoulder gun with a long barrel • belongs to a period before the American Civil War • a group of civilians trained to fight in emergencies • a term used to describe people who supported the Union • ...

East Asia: Countries, Capitals and Regions 2013-10-30

East Asia: Countries, Capitals and Regions crossword puzzle

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Mountain range of northern China and Mogolia
Elevated area created by the Himalayas
Largest country in East Asia
Island country off the coast of China
Capital of Mongolia
Fertile region on the east coast of China
Country south of Russia and north of China
Capital of North Korea

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Desert of western China
Fertile plain of North Korea and China
Capital of Taiwan
Capital of Japan
Capital of South Korea
Its capital is Seoul
Southernmost fertile plain in China
One of two countries on the Korean Peninsula
A mountain range in western China
Capital of China
Desert of northern China and southern Mongolia
Home of Godzilla and Mothra

20 Clues: Capital of Japan • Capital of China • Capital of Taiwan • Capital of Mongolia • Its capital is Seoul • Capital of South Korea • Capital of North Korea • Desert of western China • Home of Godzilla and Mothra • Largest country in East Asia • A mountain range in western China • Southernmost fertile plain in China • Island country off the coast of China • ...

Capitals: Central america and the Carribean 2021-03-02

Capitals: Central america and the Carribean crossword puzzle

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Capital of Cuba
Capital of St Vincent and the Grenadines
Capital of Barbados
Capital of Trinidad and Tobago
Capital of Belize
Capital of Guatemala
Capital of The Bahamas
Capital of El Salvador
Capital of Costa Rica
Capital of Nicaragua
Capital of Antigua and Barbuda
Capital of Grenada

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Capital of St. Kitts and Nevis
Capital of Jamaica
Capital of Honduras
Capital of Dominican Republic
Capital of Panama
Capital of St.Lucia
Capital of Anguilla
Capital of Puerto Rico
Capital of Dominica
Capital of Haiti

22 Clues: Capital of Cuba • Capital of Haiti • Capital of Panama • Capital of Belize • Capital of Jamaica • Capital of Grenada • Capital of Honduras • Capital of Barbados • Capital of St.Lucia • Capital of Anguilla • Capital of Dominica • Capital of Guatemala • Capital of Nicaragua • Capital of Costa Rica • Capital of The Bahamas • Capital of Puerto Rico • Capital of El Salvador • ...

Capitals of Australia and the Oceania 2019-10-14

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Costa Rica
George Grenada
Antigua and Barbuda
Dominican Republic
Cuba
Nicaragua
Jamaica
Guatemala
Trinidad and Tobago
Panama
Saint Lucia
Barbados

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Canada
Mexico
Belize
Honduras
Haiti
Saint Kitts and Nevis
United States of America
El Salvador
Bahamas
Dominica
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

23 Clues: Cuba • Haiti • Canada • Mexico • Belize • Panama • Jamaica • Bahamas • Honduras • Dominica • Barbados • Nicaragua • Guatemala • Costa Rica • El Salvador • Saint Lucia • George Grenada • Dominican Republic • Antigua and Barbuda • Trinidad and Tobago • Saint Kitts and Nevis • United States of America • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Spanish Speaking Countries and Their Capitals 2026-04-16

Spanish Speaking Countries and Their Capitals crossword puzzle

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The capital of Guatemala is …
The capital of Nicaragua is …
The capital of Peru is …
The capital of Puerto Rico is …
The capital of Uruguay is …
The capital of Panama is …
The capital of El Salvador is …
The capital of the Dominican Republic is …
The capital of Cuba is …
The capital of Paraguay is …

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The capital of Bolivia is …
The capital of Honduras is …
The capital of Argentina is …
The capital of Mexico is …
The capital of Spain is …
The capital of Chile is …
The capital of Equatorial Guinea is …
The capital of Colombia is …
The capital of Costa Rica is …
The capital of Venezuela is …
The capital of Ecuador is …

21 Clues: The capital of Peru is … • The capital of Cuba is … • The capital of Spain is … • The capital of Chile is … • The capital of Mexico is … • The capital of Panama is … • The capital of Bolivia is … • The capital of Uruguay is … • The capital of Ecuador is … • The capital of Honduras is … • The capital of Colombia is … • The capital of Paraguay is … • The capital of Guatemala is … • ...

Cirque et magie 2024-03-20

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what animal comes out of the magicians hat
wheel what is the most popular ride at the circus
who is the character at the circus who makes children laugh
what is the main color that we see in a cique

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where the circus shows take place
what we eat the most at the circus
who throws balls in the air and catches them

7 Clues: where the circus shows take place • what we eat the most at the circus • what animal comes out of the magicians hat • who throws balls in the air and catches them • what is the main color that we see in a cique • wheel what is the most popular ride at the circus • who is the character at the circus who makes children laugh

Capitals: Oceania 2021-03-03

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Capital of Federated States of Micronesia
Capital of Papua New Guinea
Capital of Australia
Capital of Nauru
Capital of Tuvalu
Capital of Marshall Islands

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Capital of Tonga
Capital of Vanuatu
Capital of Solomon Islands
Capital of Kiribati
Capital of New Zealand
Capital of Fiji

12 Clues: Capital of Fiji • Capital of Tonga • Capital of Nauru • Capital of Tuvalu • Capital of Vanuatu • Capital of Kiribati • Capital of Australia • Capital of New Zealand • Capital of Solomon Islands • Capital of Papua New Guinea • Capital of Marshall Islands • Capital of Federated States of Micronesia

COUNTRIES & CAPITALS 2024-04-24

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The capital of France.
The capital of Russia.
The capital of Belgium.
The capital of Germany.
The capital of the Netherlands.
The capital of Ukraine.
The capital of England.

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The capital of Greece.
The capital of Portugal.
The capital of Spain.
The capital of Poland.
The capital of Japan.

12 Clues: The capital of Spain. • The capital of Japan. • The capital of Greece. • The capital of France. • The capital of Russia. • The capital of Poland. • The capital of Belgium. • The capital of Germany. • The capital of Ukraine. • The capital of England. • The capital of Portugal. • The capital of the Netherlands.

European Capitals 2023-03-20

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Capital of Spain
Capital of France
Capital of Romania
Capital of Turkey
Capital of Austria
Capital of Russia

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Capital of Hungary
Capital of Finland
Capital of Bulgaria
Capital of Portugal
Capital of Greece
Capital of Italy

12 Clues: Capital of Spain • Capital of Italy • Capital of France • Capital of Greece • Capital of Turkey • Capital of Russia • Capital of Hungary • Capital of Finland • Capital of Romania • Capital of Austria • Capital of Bulgaria • Capital of Portugal

Midwest Capitals 2024-10-28

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Lansing
Columbus
Jefferson City
St Paul
Pierre
Bismarck
Madison
Indianapolis

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Des Moines
Lincoln
Springfield
Topeka

12 Clues: Pierre • Topeka • Lansing • Lincoln • St Paul • Madison • Columbus • Bismarck • Des Moines • Springfield • Indianapolis • Jefferson City

World Capitals 2024-03-29

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- Modernist Architecture
- Imperial Palace
- Eiffel Tower
- Brandenburg Gate
- White House
- Kremlin
- Red Fort

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- Pyramids
- Parliament House
- Forbidden City
- Big Ben
- Colosseum

12 Clues: - Big Ben • - Kremlin • - Pyramids • - Red Fort • - Colosseum • - White House • - Eiffel Tower • - Forbidden City • - Imperial Palace • - Parliament House • - Brandenburg Gate • - Modernist Architecture

US Capitals 2022-03-03

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New York
Massachussets
arizona
Georgia
Alabama
Ohio
Illinois

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Texas
Hawaii
California
Alaska
Michigan

12 Clues: Ohio • Texas • Hawaii • Alaska • arizona • Georgia • Alabama • New York • Michigan • Illinois • California • Massachussets

STATE CAPITALS 2022-06-08

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OREGON
KANSAS
NORTH CAROLINA
ILLINOIS
NEBRASKA
MISSISSIPPI
NORTH DAKOTA

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ALABAMA
SOUTH DAKOTA
MONTANA
MICHIGAN
VERMONT

12 Clues: OREGON • KANSAS • ALABAMA • MONTANA • VERMONT • ILLINOIS • MICHIGAN • NEBRASKA • MISSISSIPPI • SOUTH DAKOTA • NORTH DAKOTA • NORTH CAROLINA

Antelbellum America, the Civil War, and Recanstruction Vocabulary 2013-05-16

Antelbellum America, the Civil War, and Recanstruction Vocabulary crossword puzzle

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gin Used to seperate the seeds from the cotton fiber
of chickamauga Union general led his troops seven miles south of chattanooga at chickamauga Creek
bureau A federal government organization etsablished in 1865 that helped the newly freed slaves after the Civil War
proclamation A document issueed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1862 that freed the slaves in the confedereacy
Unfair treatment of a person or group because of prejudice
Amendment An amendment to the U.S. Constitution ratified in 1865, that made slavery illegal
of 1850 Legislation passed by Congress by which California entered the Union as a free state
The ability to buy something now and pay for it later over a period of time
farming Owned some agricultural equipment
amendment Granted citizensship to the former slaves and forbade the states from denying anyone the "equal protection of the law"
klux klan Worked to keep the freedmen from voting after the Civil War
amendment Extended the right to vote to all males
lincoln Elected in 1860
states A state that allowed slavery

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codes set of laws passed by Georgia , and most outhern states after the Civil War to restrict the rights of the freedman
To declare invalid
sovereighty The ability if the residnets of an area to decide upon an issue, such as whether they would allow slavery
compromise Legislation passed by congress in 1820 by which Maine entered the Union as a free state, Missouri entered the Union as a slave state, slavery was prohibited north of the southern border of Missouri
and antebellum The period before the Civil War
runners Mostly private ships that slipped around the blockade
The act of pulling out of the Union
Landowners provided land, houses, farming tools, and fertilizer
The period immediately after the Civil War when the south rebulit and the southern states returned to the Union
Confederate prison for Union soldiers
states A state that did not allow slavery
to abolish slavery
The right to vote
rights The belief that states interest should precedence over the interest of the national government

28 Clues: The right to vote • To declare invalid • to abolish slavery • lincoln Elected in 1860 • The act of pulling out of the Union • states A state that allowed slavery • Confederate prison for Union soldiers • states A state that did not allow slavery • farming Owned some agricultural equipment • and antebellum The period before the Civil War • ...

vocab review project 2020-09-28

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the belief that the united states is destined by god to expand
integration of people being forced to blend in
people have representatives to vote for them uses principles from both republics and democracies
war between the united states and britain after britain violated americas shipping rights
citizenship now includes african americans
to ensure the federal government could not infringe on individual rights, greatest tool to protect ourselves from oppression of the government
actor who assassinated lincoln
an escaped slave who became a huge abolitionist leader
a tax on sugar,molasses, coffee, and indigo
series of forced relocations of native americans that was a long brutal journey where many died
the united states acquired louisiana territory from france
a slave sued for freedom but the supreme court ruled that there was no case because slaves are property and not people
legal discrimination of african americans used by segregation
granted freedom to the slaves held in confederate states

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granted african american males the right to vote
federal law intended to form native americans into farmers
officially ended all slavery
patriots dressed as natives to dump the kings tea shipment into the harbor
a tax on all paper goods put on the colonists
wagon route and emigrant trail that connected the missouri river to oregon
battle where the british surrendered to washington marking the end of the war
an estate on which crops are cultivated by resident labor
a writer of the declaration of independence and a crucial colonist who fought for their freedom
3 branches, larger states had more power, government had power to tax
a person who wanted to abolish slavery
established by congress to help former slaves and poor whites in the south in the aftermath of the civil war
3 branches all states had equal say no matter population size, gave government power to tax
people get to directly decide on policies instead of having someone represent them
the withdrawal of eleven southern states from union in 1860 leading to the civil war
belief that trading brings you wealth

30 Clues: officially ended all slavery • actor who assassinated lincoln • belief that trading brings you wealth • a person who wanted to abolish slavery • citizenship now includes african americans • a tax on sugar,molasses, coffee, and indigo • a tax on all paper goods put on the colonists • integration of people being forced to blend in • ...

Learning Contract #3 2021-11-14

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In, relating to, or characteristic of a town or city.
It is an area of land tenure governed by a federally recognized Native American tribal nation under the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, rather than by the government of the state in which it is located.
The action or process of adapting or being adapted.
He was a prominent leader and medicine man from the Bedonkohe band of the Apache people.
It authorized the President of the United States to subdivide Native American tribal communal landholdings into allotments for Native American heads of families and individuals.
It was, known to the Lakota and other Plains Indians as the Battle of the Greasy Grass and also commonly referred to as Custer's Last Stand, was an armed engagement between combined forces of the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes and the 7th Cavalry Regiment of the United States Army.
It was a 2,170-mile east-west, large-wheeled wagon route and emigrant trail in the United States that connected the Missouri River to valleys in Oregon.
The news of gold brought approximately 300,000 people to California from the rest of the United States and abroad.
It was a massacre of nearly three hundred Lakota people by soldiers of the United States Army.
They were several laws in the United States by which an applicant could acquire ownership of government land or the public domain, typically called a homestead.

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It is a contiguous railroad trackage, that crosses a continental land mass and has terminals at different oceans or continental borders.
In, relating to, or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town.
The action of inventing something, typically a process or device.
He was a Hunkpapa Lakota leader who led his people during years of resistance against United States government policies.
The surface of the ground, with the grass growing on it.
The process of taking in and fully understanding information or ideas.
He was a leader of the Wal-lam-wat-kain band of Nez Perce, a Native American tribe of the interior Pacific Northwest region of the United States, in the latter half of the 19th century.

17 Clues: The action or process of adapting or being adapted. • In, relating to, or characteristic of a town or city. • The surface of the ground, with the grass growing on it. • The action of inventing something, typically a process or device. • The process of taking in and fully understanding information or ideas. • ...

Reconstruction (Selene & Addy) 2023-05-30

Reconstruction (Selene & Addy) crossword puzzle

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Gave African Americans the right to vote
People that wanted southern states to change even more before returning to the Union
Defined people born or naturalized within the United States except American Indians, as U.S citizens
Admitting Southerners back into the Union to form a new government by doing pledges
Born free slave that served as a Chaplain for the Union and became the first African American in the U.S. Senate
Democrats that became control again of the states governments
Person that shot and killed Abraham Lincoln
Grew up in slavery in Virginia
Act that allowed African Americans the same legal rights as everyone else
An official pardon
Black americans with ancestry from Africa
Allowed former Confederates, except those who had held high ranks, to hold public office
One leader of the Radical Republicans from Pennsylvania

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Created by a group of white southerners in Tennessee
Made slavery illegal in the United States
Northern-born Republicans that moved to the south after the war
Laws that limited freedom rights for African Americans
Process of reuniting the nation and adding back the southern states without having slavery
Gave the poor people (Black or White) of the south food and assistance
Economic downturn that made 2 million people lose their jobs
The bill that the people of the congress that wanted the access to allowing states back into the union
Acts that divided the South in 5 districts until they rejoined the Union
Southern Democrats that cared even less for white southern Republicans
Vice President of president Lincoln

24 Clues: An official pardon • Grew up in slavery in Virginia • Vice President of president Lincoln • Gave African Americans the right to vote • Made slavery illegal in the United States • Black americans with ancestry from Africa • Person that shot and killed Abraham Lincoln • Created by a group of white southerners in Tennessee • ...

Chapter 6 Crossword Puzzle 2021-10-11

Chapter 6 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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What was the codename for the atomic bomb?/
Who was the person that directed Project Y?/
What is Sputnik?/
When the United States started to join in WW1 congress put out an act that asked for men that were from the ages of 21 to 30 to join the military. What was the name of this act?/
The United States and the Soviet Union didn’t fight, but instead they fought by which other method?/
What is another word for diversity?
What was the location where the military and scientists decided to develop atomic bombs in New Mexico?/
An organization of workers who join together to achieve common goals is called what?/
At the end of the Cold War which country became known as the biggest superpower?/
What is the legal separation of race called?/
The United States didn’t trust the Soviet Union because they were what?/

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In September 1939, the president of the United States received a letter from someone, and the letter was a warning about Germany making an atomic bomb. Who Was the person who sent the president the letter?/
What made many Mexican migrants come to the United States for work?/
The first major victory for a civil rights movement happened because of a ____ decision?/
What was the name of the missile range in New Mexico?/
On which side did the United States join in WW1?/
What was the name of the telegram that Germany sent to Mexico?/
Who was the president of the United States during the attack of Pancho Villa?/
Who was the president of the US who decided to bomb Japan to end the war?/
The economic depression is also known as what?/

20 Clues: What is Sputnik?/ • What is another word for diversity? • What was the codename for the atomic bomb?/ • Who was the person that directed Project Y?/ • What is the legal separation of race called?/ • The economic depression is also known as what?/ • On which side did the United States join in WW1?/ • What was the name of the missile range in New Mexico?/ • ...

HUM 210 Creative Project 2023-04-17

HUM 210 Creative Project crossword puzzle

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Monophonic type of chant found in the Middle Ages
The change in psyche and changes in outlook of the Greek's moving from order (arete) to doubt (chaos)
Where the source of Jazz gets it's vocal and rhythmic style
The course theme that states, "The impact of ____ and technology"
The animal that is involved in the parable that teaches which teaches the lesson of greed and the dangers of covetousness
The Sedes ______ or "Seat of Wisdom," Virgin Mary as the patron saint of liberal arts
Artists in the United States have used this to stir our imaginations and spirits
The course theme that states, "The ____ dimension of the arts"
The unpredictable movement of ideas across history or the unexpected movement of atoms
The course theme that states, "The interaction of change and tradition within ____"
The fight for equality of women within the Renaissance
Knowing _____ or the search for meaning through Culture, Religion, etc.
The course theme that states, "The development of ______ within an ethical context"
The sense of devotion to religion and duty to the gods, ancestors and family
Who wrote about practicing mindfulness and reducing stress and anxiety
Who said, "The mind of man exists in a logical universe, but it is not itself logical."
Women who were often portrayed as beautiful and soulful in art and literature, known for taking action
One of the Nine Noble Virtues that emphasizes finishing tasks
The course theme that states, "An exploration of the enduring ______ of humanity"
"I feel, therefore I am."

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The author of the 95 theses and the leader of the Reformation
The Roman value of self-control and seriousness
Modesty which refers to fidelity and decorum in regard to behavior
The Parable of the _____ is a philosophical allegory created by Plato, which illustrates the importance of gaining knowledge and insight to attain true wisdom and understanding
Military valor and the root value of the Romans in the middle of the Republic
What Dame of Julian of Norwich is considered due to her revelation of divine love
The course theme that states, "The creative process and the development of _______"
The characteristic often associated with Baroque Music
Phrase continuously repeated by the Raven in Edgar Allen Poe's poem
The predominate style of art of any given period gives us vital clues to what is ________ in their lived experience
The Greek god who is associated with thought and logic
The Greek god who is associated with action and emotion
The course theme that states, "An exploration of culture as a journey through the ____, spiritual, and social worlds"
The Day of ____ or Dies irae
Paradigm ____ or a profound change in society
The author of the classical Beauty & Beast
The course theme that states, "The formation of the mythic hero as a reflection of the ____ of the society"
A rhythm associated with the baroque period
"I think, therefore I am."
Who said “I am persuaded that the future belongs to us”
What St. Theresa of Avila is considered by many
The author of the Canticle of Brother Sun and Sister Moon

42 Clues: "I feel, therefore I am." • "I think, therefore I am." • The Day of ____ or Dies irae • The author of the classical Beauty & Beast • A rhythm associated with the baroque period • Paradigm ____ or a profound change in society • The Roman value of self-control and seriousness • What St. Theresa of Avila is considered by many • ...

Government Acronyms 2024-10-11

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Worldwide police organization
Controls air traffic
Federal transportation infrastructure
A group of representatives from different nations gathered together
Headquarters in the Pentagon
Gather intelligence against other countries
Carries out federal delivery of mail
Oversees Secret Service and other security agencies
Insures mortgages to eligible homeowners

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Issues forecasts and researches oceans and seas
Leads government response to natural disasters
Conducts the legal business of the United States
Oversees space programs
Researches and formulates policies concerning disease
Collects taxes within the United States
Oversees agriculture in United States

16 Clues: Controls air traffic • Oversees space programs • Headquarters in the Pentagon • Worldwide police organization • Carries out federal delivery of mail • Federal transportation infrastructure • Oversees agriculture in United States • Collects taxes within the United States • Insures mortgages to eligible homeowners • Gather intelligence against other countries • ...

USA Geography 2023-02-14

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region of the United States that includes the great plains
largest wetland area in the United States
capital of the United States
state with largest amount of mammoth remains
where gold was discovered in 1848 sparking the gold rush
gateway to the west
longest river in the country
state that has the Grand Canyon

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the United States' belief that they were destined by God to expand westward
the granite state
type of climate in midwest
the lowest point in the United States
the great lake touching Chicago
a barrier constructed to hold back water and form a resevoir to use for electricity or as a water supply
america's highest mountain
state that discovered oil first
area near San Francisco where many technology companies are located
largest lobster producer in the country
america's dairyland
major mountain range in the Eastern USA

20 Clues: the granite state • gateway to the west • america's dairyland • type of climate in midwest • america's highest mountain • capital of the United States • longest river in the country • the great lake touching Chicago • state that discovered oil first • state that has the Grand Canyon • the lowest point in the United States • largest lobster producer in the country • ...

civl puzzl 2024-04-12

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Period before the Civil War
Warships protected by iron or steel armor plates
Preventing goods or people from entering or leaving
Withdrawal of states from the Union
Decree by Lincoln to free slaves in Confederate states
A northerner who moved to the South during the reconstruction in order to become rich.
Group of artillery pieces
Southern states that seceded from the Union
Sea fort in South Caralina
Supreme Court ruling denying citizenship to African Americans
When a human is owned by another human

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Bloodiest single-day battle in U.S. history
16th U.S. President during the Civil War
Legislation admitting Missouri as a slave state
Large-caliber weapons used in warfare
States between Union and Confederacy
Advocate for the abolition of slavery
Person killed, wounded, or missing in action
Northern states during the Civil War
The side of an army or military unit.

20 Clues: Group of artillery pieces • Sea fort in South Caralina • Period before the Civil War • Withdrawal of states from the Union • States between Union and Confederacy • Northern states during the Civil War • Large-caliber weapons used in warfare • Advocate for the abolition of slavery • The side of an army or military unit. • When a human is owned by another human • ...

Civics Crossword 2025-05-12

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Advocacy for women's rights
The highest court level
Part of Congress that is equally represented
The presidents wife
What is held every 4 years to determine the next president
The main institution for the Legislative Branch
The Bill of Rights has 10 of these
Where the president lives
Document that outlines the laws for the United States
What we won from Britain in the Revolutionary War

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The right to vote
Part of Congress that is proportionally represented
The type of Government the United States has
The main leader of the United States
To decide the next president, citizens will what on candidates
First president of the United States
The document you use to vote for president
We live in the United States of
The Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branch are all apart of the
There are 9 of these on the Supreme court

20 Clues: The right to vote • The presidents wife • The highest court level • Where the president lives • Advocacy for women's rights • We live in the United States of • The Bill of Rights has 10 of these • The main leader of the United States • First president of the United States • There are 9 of these on the Supreme court • The document you use to vote for president • ...

Chapter 4 Vocabulary 2014-09-30

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_______ act; allows the people of a territory interested in becoming a state to prepare a constitution
______ powers; powers that nation government requires to carry out the powers that are expressly defined in the Constitution
_______ law; prohibits public officials from holding closed meetings
federal _______; a sum of money given to a state or local government for a specific purpose
the division of government powers between the national and state level
________________ Clause; Found in Article IV, Section 1 of the Constitution, this clause addresses the duties that states within the United States have to respect the "public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of every other state."
______powers; powers the Constitution grants to the states only
______ rights position; favors state and local action in dealing with problems
_______ clause; allows the powers of Congress to stretch
a formal order given by the federal government to the state governments

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_______ powers; powers that the nation government may exercise simply because it is a government
_______ powers; powers directly stated in the Constitution
public ______; course of action the government takes in response to some issue or problem
return to a state
_______ powers; powers that both the national government and the states have
________ position; favors national action in dealing with problems
________ clause; statement in Article VI of the Constitution establishing that the Constitution is the highest law
interstate _____; written agreements between two or more states
________law; require periodic checks of government agencies to see if they are still needed

19 Clues: return to a state • _______ clause; allows the powers of Congress to stretch • _______ powers; powers directly stated in the Constitution • interstate _____; written agreements between two or more states • ______powers; powers the Constitution grants to the states only • ________ position; favors national action in dealing with problems • ...

Chapter 20 and 21 2021-12-06

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Person who assassinated lincoln
First major battle of the civil war
a major defeat for the union army
amendment to abolish slavery
creates a national currency backed by governmental securities
where the first shots of the civil war were taken.
first woman inducted into the army
6th chief justice of the u.s
president of the confederate states from 1861 to 1865
first woman to receive a medical degree
Two warships that were designed to help the Confederate ports.
Son of pres John Quincy Adams
import tariff in the united states during the administration of pres James Buchanan
speech Abraham Lincoln gave at the national cemetery in Gettysburg
created to handle issues surrounding the civil war.

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diplomatic incident in 1861 during the civil war that threatened a war between the united states and the United kingdom.
Nurse who founded the american red cross
order by u.s pres abe lincoln to free slaves in 10 states
commander of the confederate states army
got defeated at the second battle of bull run
peace democrats
relief agency to support sick and wounded soldiers
military campaign by a general of the union army
gave people public land if they cared for it and paid a small registration fee
emergency paper currency
gave the union the control of the Mississippi
killed any chance of Europe intervening
Riots because of the anger of a federal draft law during the civil war.
18th pres of the united states
Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, and West Virginia

30 Clues: peace democrats • emergency paper currency • amendment to abolish slavery • 6th chief justice of the u.s • Son of pres John Quincy Adams • 18th pres of the united states • Person who assassinated lincoln • a major defeat for the union army • first woman inducted into the army • First major battle of the civil war • killed any chance of Europe intervening • ...

US History 30 terms 2020-10-26

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Responsible for the Missouri Compromise
Helped protect Tariff and developed a federal government
Mostly served to raise income for the national government
Emerged in 1830 in opposition to President Andrew Jackson
Eight President of the United States
Served as the ninth president of the United States
Warn European nations that the U.S. will not tolerate colonization or monarchy
Elected seventh President
Machin that separates cotton fiber from seed
Political party gives government civil service jobs to its supporters
Financial crises in the United States that created a major depression
Establish in 1791 to serve as a repository for federal funds
Political party's
U.S. into war with Great Britain and established second bank of the U.S.
Allowed Missouria to become a slave state and Maine to become a free state in 1854

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Substitutes one for another
Gave Congress power to establish a national bank
Known for his inventing the cotton gin
Sixth president of the United States
Made to protect industry in northern U.S.
Treaty Between the United States and Spain in 1819
Longest artificial waterway
Large making of products
Granted unsettled land west of Mississippi in exchange for Indian lands
Indian nation forced to give up lands
transition to new manufacturing processes in U.S.
Helped define the constitutional power of the federal government
Road made by Federal government
Was the tenth president of the United States in 1841
Idea that promotes the interest of a national group

30 Clues: Political party's • Large making of products • Elected seventh President • Substitutes one for another • Longest artificial waterway • Road made by Federal government • Eight President of the United States • Sixth president of the United States • Indian nation forced to give up lands • Known for his inventing the cotton gin • Responsible for the Missouri Compromise • ...

Westward Expansion Crossword Puzzle 2021-01-14

Westward Expansion Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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The United States acquired the Louisiana Territory from this European nation.
John _____ was an abolitionist that led anti-slavery fighters in Kansas before his famed raid on Harper's Ferry.
The ____ Trail was a western transportation route in the mid-1800s.
Who won the Battle of the Alamo?
He was the President of the United States during the Mexican-American War.
The War of 1812 was fought primarily between the United States and ____.
The Treaty of Guadeloupe Hidalgo ended this war (2 words).
The _____ Removal Act gave the Federal government the power to relocate Native Americans to western areas.
She helped Lewis and Clark on their famous expedition.
This railroad was built by the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific and helped link the west with the east.

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He was the President of the United States during the Louisiana Purchase.
The _____ Act was a US law passed in 1862 that enabled Americans to acquire land in the United States at a minimal cost.
Davy ____ was a 19th century folk hero, frontiersman, soldier, and politician. He famously died at the Battle of the Alamo.
Daniel _____ was a frontiersman who is often credited with exploring modern-day Kentucky.
This 'doctrine' was based on American fears of the revival of European monarchs and their control in the New World.
The Lewis and Clark expedition was called the "Corps of ____."
This gold rush occurred from 1896 to 1899.
There was a gold rush in this state in 1848 and 1849.
Lewis and Clark were tasked with exploring the territory that was acquired after the _______ Purchase.
The United States annexation of this territory was a cause of the Mexican-American War.
John O'Sullivan coined this term in relation to the American belief in its right to Westward Expansion.
The Pony Express was concerned with ______ delivery.

22 Clues: Who won the Battle of the Alamo? • This gold rush occurred from 1896 to 1899. • The Pony Express was concerned with ______ delivery. • There was a gold rush in this state in 1848 and 1849. • She helped Lewis and Clark on their famous expedition. • The Treaty of Guadeloupe Hidalgo ended this war (2 words). • ...

What is SkillsUSA 2019-06-02

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The pledge states SkillsUSA members believe in the ___ of work.
Another benefit of membership is to engage in community service - to be ___ engaged.
The pledge states that SkillsUSA members believe in ___.
VICA members met many US presidents including President Ronald ___.
Jack Frederick manages a large ___ equipment company.
The color ___ stands for the individual. the most important element of the organization.
Another benefit of membership is to participate in ___ and leadership training.
One benefit of SkillsUSA membership is nationwide ___ - meeting new people from all over the country.
In two ___ and two, the name SkillsUSA-VICA was shortened to SkillsUSA.
In the success story section, Ahmad Shawwal shared that he was first introduced to SkillsUSA in his ___ class.
According to the pledge a person who demonstrates ardent practice is a person of ___ who makes every effort despite setbacks and personal losses.

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The torch represents ___.
Chauncy Walker is a very successful ___ arts student.
In 1974, the US Skills Olympics was given a new name - SkillsUSA ___.
One quarter of the ___ in the United States are covered by SkillsUSA.
SkillsUSA was first called VICA which stood for ___ Industrial Clubs of America.
Angibel Tome-Martinez is a student of ___ justice and hopes to help immigrants navigate the legal immigration process.
The motto states that members are preparing for ___ in the world of work.
There are 53 states and ___ with SkillsUSA chapters.
One of the many speakers at the National Leadership and Skills Conference was TV star from the show "Dirty Jobs," Mike ___.
The orbital circles represent ___.
In the pledge, it refers to diligent work. Diligence means ___, concentration, and not always taking the easy route.
The ___ represents the individual.
The SkillsUSA emblem has many parts. The shield represents ___.
The gear represents our ___ society.
VICA was founded in ___ sixty-five.
The SkillsUSA colors are red, white,and blue. Red stands for the individual states and ___.

27 Clues: The torch represents ___. • The orbital circles represent ___. • The ___ represents the individual. • VICA was founded in ___ sixty-five. • The gear represents our ___ society. • There are 53 states and ___ with SkillsUSA chapters. • Chauncy Walker is a very successful ___ arts student. • Jack Frederick manages a large ___ equipment company. • ...

What is SkillsUSA 2024-09-18

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The pledge states SkillsUSA members believe in the ___ of work.
Another benefit of membership is to engage in community service - to be ___ engaged.
The pledge states that SkillsUSA members believe in ___.
VICA members met many US presidents including President Ronald ___.
Jack Frederick manages a large ___ equipment company.
The color ___ stands for the individual. the most important element of the organization.
Another benefit of membership is to participate in ___ and leadership training.
One benefit of SkillsUSA membership is nationwide ___ - meeting new people from all over the country.
In two ___ and two, the name SkillsUSA-VICA was shortened to SkillsUSA.
In the success story section, Ahmad Shawwal shared that he was first introduced to SkillsUSA in his ___ class.
According to the pledge a person who demonstrates ardent practice is a person of ___ who makes every effort despite setbacks and personal losses.

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The torch represents ___.
Chauncy Walker is a very successful ___ arts student.
In 1974, the US Skills Olympics was given a new name - SkillsUSA ___.
One quarter of the ___ in the United States are covered by SkillsUSA.
SkillsUSA was first called VICA which stood for ___ Industrial Clubs of America.
Angibel Tome-Martinez is a student of ___ justice and hopes to help immigrants navigate the legal immigration process.
The motto states that members are preparing for ___ in the world of work.
There are 53 states and ___ with SkillsUSA chapters.
One of the many speakers at the National Leadership and Skills Conference was TV star from the show "Dirty Jobs," Mike ___.
The orbital circles represent ___.
In the pledge, it refers to diligent work. Diligence means ___, concentration, and not always taking the easy route.
The ___ represents the individual.
The SkillsUSA emblem has many parts. The shield represents ___.
The gear represents our ___ society.
VICA was founded in ___ sixty-five.
The SkillsUSA colors are red, white,and blue. Red stands for the individual states and ___.

waters of Canada 2023-02-25

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Ocean in the west of Canada
Ocean in the east of Canada
Region of ancient bedrock in Canada
River in Manitoba
River in Ontario and Michigan
River in British Columbia
Largest island in Canada
River in Alberta
River in the Yukon
Group of five large lakes on the border of Canada and the United States
Waterway connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean
River in British Columbia
River in Manitoba and the United States

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River in British Columbia and the United States
Ocean surrounding the Arctic
Delta of the Mackenzie River
Gulf in the Pacific Ocean
Gulf in eastern North America
River in Ontario and Quebec
Rainforest in British Columbia
- Group of islands in the Arctic Ocean
Lowlands surrounding the Hudson Bay
River in Saskatchewan and Manitoba
Region of northern Canada
River in Alberta and British Columbia

25 Clues: River in Alberta • River in Manitoba • River in the Yukon • Largest island in Canada • Gulf in the Pacific Ocean • River in British Columbia • Region of northern Canada • River in British Columbia • River in Ontario and Quebec • Ocean in the west of Canada • Ocean in the east of Canada • Ocean surrounding the Arctic • Delta of the Mackenzie River • Gulf in eastern North America • ...

Promoting and Enforcing Human Rights 2021-07-26

Promoting and Enforcing Human Rights crossword puzzle

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rights that are included (written) in a document
a people that share a common heritage, language or culture and sometimes a common race
a government and the people it governs; a country
the primary judicial organ of the UN; has jurisdiction to hear disputes submitted by member states and issue advisory opinions
a legal system that deems treaties enforceable in domestic law as soon as they have been signed
rights that can be implied through the text, structure or purpose of a document
the UN administrative body headed by the UN Secretary- General; contains the departments and offices of the UN
the UN organ that acts as a forum for international economic and social cooperation and development
how powers are divided between the federal and state governments

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the UN forum of member states responsible for overseeing and making recommendations on human rights in all member states
preventing one person or group from gaining total power by dividing power between the executive, the legislature and the judiciary
a body of international law developed from the Geneva and Hague conventions that deals with the conduct of states and individuals during armed conflict; also known as the law of armed conflict
inactive since 1994 but originally responsible for overseeing the transition of UN trust territories to self-government after decolonisation
the process of a state formally approving a treaty, making it legally binding
a decision passed by the UN General Assembly or UN Security Council; when passed by the UN Security Council, it can be legally binding on all member states
powers listed in sections 51 and 52 of the Australian Constitution: the areas that the Commonwealth can legislate on
a legal system that does not deem treaties enforceable domestically until and unless they are incorporated into domestic law, usually by passing similar legislation
the UN organ representing all UN member states; acts as a forum for global discussion and runs numerous committees and programs
the UN organ responsible for the preservation of international peace and security; it has the power to authorise military action and other measures
laws made by people or bodies to whom parliament has delegated law-making authority
the UN human rights office responsible for monitoring and reporting on human rights worldwide
the process by which a country incorporates a treaty into domestic law
a government power that is not listed in section 51 of the Australian Constitution as a legislative power of the Commonwealth Parliament, and thus belongs to the states

23 Clues: rights that are included (written) in a document • a government and the people it governs; a country • how powers are divided between the federal and state governments • the process by which a country incorporates a treaty into domestic law • the process of a state formally approving a treaty, making it legally binding • ...

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