states and capitals Crossword Puzzles

Vocab #4 2020-02-04

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all the shares into which ownership of the corporation is divided
Famous for his innovative methods of playing the trumpet and cornet
Programs that helped improve the lives of people suffering from the events of depresion
An American fiction writer, whose works helped illustrate the flamboyance and excess of the jazz age
An American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist
The 32nd president of the United States
A stock change
African American painter known for his portrayal of African American life

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A culture movement in the United States
A tax on imports and exports between sovereign states
When people above a specific age are not in paid employment or self-employment
The movement of 6 million African Americans out of the southern United States
To assume an excessive amount of buisness risk in speculating on something
A severe worldwide economic depression
Known for his broadway musicals as well as his world famous orchestral compositions
The central banking system of the United States of America
American composer in the 1920s
An American writer best known for his novel about social consequences of the great depression in America
A famous American artist in the 1920s
One of the most popular and successful blues singers of the 1920s
Played a large part in the evolution of jazz

21 Clues: A stock change • American composer in the 1920s • A famous American artist in the 1920s • A severe worldwide economic depression • A culture movement in the United States • The 32nd president of the United States • Played a large part in the evolution of jazz • A tax on imports and exports between sovereign states • ...

Student name:__________ 2024-11-21

Student name:__________ crossword puzzle

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proposed a strong central government composed of three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial.
government of a country by its own people, especially after having been a colony
violent protest against a new tax on distilled spirits and the stills that produced them.
a tax or fee imposed on imported goods to protect domestic industries from foreign competitio
a diplomatic incident between the United States and France that occurred in 1797 and 1798 during the presidency of John Adams
written in 1812 and limited the power of the king
the first constitution of the United States, establishing the country's national government after the American Revolution:
signed on February 2, 1848, in the Mexican city of Guadalupe Hidalgo, ending the Mexican-American War:
foreign policy statement made by President James Monroe in 1823 that outlined the United States' role in the Western Hemisphere and its relationship with Europe:
The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from France, doubling the size of the country.

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authority of the federal courts to declare that actions by the federal or state government violate the Constitution.
known as Revolutionaries, Continentals, Rebels, or Whigs, were colonists in the Thirteen Colonies who opposed the Kingdom of Great Britain's control
someone who believes in the type of political system in which states or territories share control with a central government.
the belief in manifest destiny, federally issued Indian removal acts, and economic promise
an agreement made during the drafting of the US Constitution where enslaved people were counted as three-fifths of a person when determining a state's population for representation in Congress
The Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both written in this state
"Give me liberty or give me death'
a conflict between the United States and Great Britain, primarily caused by British practices like "impressment"
led the Continental Army to victory in the Revolutionary War, helped create the U.S. Constitution, and served as the first president of the United States.

19 Clues: "Give me liberty or give me death' • written in 1812 and limited the power of the king • government of a country by its own people, especially after having been a colony • The Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both written in this state • violent protest against a new tax on distilled spirits and the stills that produced them. • ...

Foundations of Math I Mid Chapter Vocab 2014-11-04

Foundations of Math I Mid Chapter Vocab crossword puzzle

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is a set of numbers from which replacements for variables may be chosen
property states any quantity is equal to itself
expressions that represent the same number
the property used way to group three or more numbers when adding or multiplying does not change their sum or product
the property states the product of any number and 1 is equal to the number
the property states a quantity may be substituted for its equal in any expression
property allows you to multiply a single term and two or more terms inside a set of parentheses
the property states a number and its opposite are additive inverses of each other
quantities being multiplied
a mathematical statement that contains algebraic expressions and symbols

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an expression that consists of one or more numbers and variables along with one or more arithmetic operations
two numbers whose product is 1
the numerical factor of a term
the sum of any number and 0 is equal to the number
a process used to simplify an expression or an equation using addition and subtraction of the coefficients of terms
the property used that the order in which you add or multiply numbers does not change their sum or product
property states if one quantity equals a second quantity, then the second quantity equals the first
a symbol used to represent an unspecified number(s) or value(s)
property states if one quantity equals a second quantity, and the second quantity equals a third quantity, then the first quantity equals the third quantity
an expression that contains more than one operation and a combination of numbers
a constant or variable in an expression
an open sentence that contains an equals sign =
is a collection of objects or numbers that is often shown in braces

23 Clues: quantities being multiplied • two numbers whose product is 1 • the numerical factor of a term • a constant or variable in an expression • expressions that represent the same number • property states any quantity is equal to itself • an open sentence that contains an equals sign = • the sum of any number and 0 is equal to the number • ...

Ap gov vocabulary 2025-01-16

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System in which power is held by a loose union of independent states. The central government is weak in relation to the power of the states.
Procedure that allows voters to reject a measure passed by the state legislature.
that permits voters to put state legislative measures directly on the ballot.
Federal grants given to states for specific purposes, often with strings attached, such as building an airport or a highway.
The distribution of a percentage of federal tax income to state and local governments.
Powers given to the federal government that have been reasonably inferred from the Constitution.
This constitutional provision provides a guarantee of citizenship, as well as equal protection and due process, which have been the sources of incorporation for key protections in the Bill of Rights.

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Federal grants given to states for broader purposes, such as healthcare or education.
Ruling that declared the national government’s power under the commerce clause does not permit it to regulate matters not directly related to interstate commerce; in this case, banning firearms in a school zone.
Section of the Constitution allowing Congress to pass all laws essential to carrying out its expressed duties. This provision allows the national government to carry out implied powers.
System in which power is divided between national and state or local governments.
The doctrine that a state can void a federal law that, in the state’s opinion, violates the Constitution.
Provision that states all powers not given to the federal government in the Constitution, nor prohibited to the states, are reserved for the states.
Powers given to the state governments alone.
Powers written into the Constitution that have been given to the national government.
Powers shared by both the national and state governments.
Constitutional provision that gives the federal government the power to regulate interstate and foreign trade.
Strings attached by the national government that states must meet if they are to receive certain federal funds.
Ruling that declared the federal government had the power to establish a national bank under the “necessary and proper” clause.
Procedure whereby voters can remove an elected official from office.
Terms set by the national government that states are required to meet whether or not they accept federal grants.
System in which power is centralized in one body. State or regional governments derive authority from the central government.

22 Clues: Powers given to the state governments alone. • Powers shared by both the national and state governments. • Procedure whereby voters can remove an elected official from office. • that permits voters to put state legislative measures directly on the ballot. • System in which power is divided between national and state or local governments. • ...

Civil War Crossword Puzzle 2023-09-19

Civil War Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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Civil War battle in which 25,000 men were killed or wounded.
Condition of being owned by, and forced to work for someone else.
African-American unit in the Union army.
President of the United States of America during the Civil War.
Ironclad warship of the Union.
An escaped slave who joined the Union army during the Civil War.
Northerner who opposed using force to keep the Southern states in the union.
To leave or withdraw.
The United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War).
The southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861.
The use of naval power to keep enemy ships from entering or exiting a port.
A law that allowed voters in Kansas and Nebraska to choose whether to allow slavery.
Law that requires people of a certain age to enlist in the military.

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Place in Virginia where John Brown led a raid on a federal arsenal.
Ship made of iron.
President of the Confederacy.
To set free.
Successful Union general who attended West Point Military Academy.
Turning point of the Civil War that made it clear the North would win.
Device that allowed messages to be sent by wires over long distances.

20 Clues: To set free. • Ship made of iron. • To leave or withdraw. • President of the Confederacy. • Ironclad warship of the Union. • African-American unit in the Union army. • Civil War battle in which 25,000 men were killed or wounded. • President of the United States of America during the Civil War. • An escaped slave who joined the Union army during the Civil War. • ...

US Final 2026-05-29

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– A military alliance formed in 1949 between the United States, Canada, and Western European nations for mutual defense.
– A series of programs and reforms created by President Franklin Roosevelt to help Americans recover from the Great Depression.
– The large increase in births in the United States following World War II.
– A restriction on oil sales that caused fuel shortages and rising gas prices in the 1970s.
– A powerful weapon using nuclear energy that the United States dropped on Japan during World War II.
– __________ camps were where Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and confined during World War II.
– A political scandal involving President Richard Nixon and a break-in at the Democratic Party headquarters.
This diplomacy used used _______________exchanges in the 1970s to improve relations between the United States and China.
– The United States policy of stopping the spread of communism during the Cold War.

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– Shantytowns built by homeless Americans during the Great Depression and named after President Herbert Hoover.
– Crowded and poorly maintained apartment buildings that housed many low-income immigrants and workers in growing cities.
– A period of political tension and competition between the United States and the Soviet Union after World War II.
– A barrier built by East Germany to divide East and West Berlin during the Cold War.
– Organized refusals to buy or use goods and services as a form of protest.
– _____________ Schools were created to force Native American children to adopt American culture and abandon their traditional languages and customs.
– The _________ theory was the belief that if one country became communist, nearby countries would soon follow.
– The Great __________ was the movement of Black Americans from the rural South to northern and western cities

17 Clues: – Organized refusals to buy or use goods and services as a form of protest. • – The large increase in births in the United States following World War II. • – The United States policy of stopping the spread of communism during the Cold War. • – A barrier built by East Germany to divide East and West Berlin during the Cold War. • ...

Unit 1 - Foundations of Democracy - Myrtil 2023-01-24

Unit 1 - Foundations of Democracy - Myrtil crossword puzzle

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Powers that go beyond those that are enumerated in the Constitution.
The entire set of interactions among national, state, and local governments.
Federal grants that can be used only for specific purposes, or "categories," of state and local spending.
Federal categorical grants distributed according to a formula specified in legislation or in administrative regulations.
The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional.
Article I, Section 8, of the Constitution, which allows Congress to make all laws that are "necessary and proper" to carry out the powers of the Constitution.
Federal categorical grants given for specific purposes and awarded on the basis of the merits of applications.
A legal process whereby an alleged criminal offender is surrendered by the officials of one state to officials of the state in which the crime is alleged to have been committed.

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The provision of the Constitution according citizens of each state the privileges of citizens of other states.
A centralized government in which all government powers belong to a single, central agency.
A way of organizing a nation so that two or more levels of government share formal authority over the same area and people.
A system of government in which powers and policy assignments are shared between states and the national government.
An 1819 Supreme Court decision that established the supremacy of the national government over state governments. In deciding this case, Chief Justice John Marshall and his colleagues held that Congress had certain implied powers in addition to the enumerated powers found in the Constitution.
The pattern of spending, taxing, and providing grants in the federal system; it is the cornerstone of the national government's relations with state and local governments.
Powers specifically given to Congress in the Constitution; including the power to collect taxes, coin money, regulate foreign and interstate commerce, and declare war.
Federal grants given more or less automatically to states or communities to support broad programs in areas such as community development and social services.
The Judicial power of the United States shall not be construed to extend to any suit in law or equity, commenced or prosecuted against one of the United States by Citizens of another State, or by Citizens or Subjects of any Foreign State.
The first ten amendments to the Constitution.
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.
Article VI of the Constitution, which makes the Constitution, national laws, and treaties supreme over state laws when the national government is acting within its constitutional limits.

20 Clues: The first ten amendments to the Constitution. • The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional. • Powers that go beyond those that are enumerated in the Constitution. • The entire set of interactions among national, state, and local governments. • A centralized government in which all government powers belong to a single, central agency. • ...

Nixon 2023-01-23

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relaxation in tensions
What kind of troubles did the US go through in Nixon's first years
In 1972, the United States and the Soviet Union signed the first
imposed an embargo, or ban, on shipping oil to the United States.
leaked the pentagon papers
joined Armstrong
asked to be attorney general
What rose due to federal spending
Arms Limitation Treaty, known as
Nixon tried to get North Vietname to accept a _____

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states were asked to assume greater responsibility for the well-being of their citizens
decided to join other nations in recognizing the
spending more money in a year than the government receives in
name of the spacecraft
A period of high inflation combined with economic stagnation
During the early 1970s, relations eased between the United States and ____
Nixon had hoped to slowly remove US from
first man to walk on the moon
war while helping ______ to defend
the ______ arms race.
The United
Nixon uses new relations with China to get USSR to talk about
Nixons National security advisor

23 Clues: The United • joined Armstrong • the ______ arms race. • name of the spacecraft • relaxation in tensions • leaked the pentagon papers • asked to be attorney general • first man to walk on the moon • Arms Limitation Treaty, known as • Nixons National security advisor • What rose due to federal spending • war while helping ______ to defend • Nixon had hoped to slowly remove US from • ...

Definition 2012-05-31

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Groups of people claiming common bonds based on culture, language and history.
Institutions, rules, norms and legal arrangements that seek to facilitate cooperation, and manage relations, between states.
Rights that are afforded to all human beings universally on the basis of their common humanity.
Power exercised through coercion, or threatened acts of coercion, to influence the actions of other global actors.
Entire process in which states conduct their foreign relations with one another.
School of thought in which foreign policy is infl uenced above all else by practical and pragmatic considerations, as opposed to moral principles.
Form of communication aimed at influencing the attitude and perspective of the international community toward some cause or position by presenting a one-sided perspective.
Acceleration and intensifi cation of exchanges of goods, services, labour and capital which promote global interdependence.
System of coordinating relations between three or more states, usually in pursuit of objectives in particular areas.
Notion of a ‘society of states’ in which law, order and cooperation are the basis of interaction, and that states work towards achieving common ideals and goals.
Political social grouping in which people within territorial boundaries, with recognised sovereignty, have common bonds based on culture, language and history.
The ability to shape the actions of other global actors most commonly exercised through diplomacy, culture, policies and history.
Traditionally the central actor in international relations, states possess a permanent population, defi ned territory and recognised sovereignty.
School of thought in which foreign policy is influenced above all else by moral principle, as opposed to practical and pragmatic considerations.

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Legitimate or widely recognised ability to exercise effective control of a territory within recognised borders.
interest Used as an all-embracing concept to justify policy preferences and actions, and includes the goals or objectives of foreign policy.
Specialised organisations, agencies and groups committed to promoting particular interests or issues.
corporation Company whose operations and investments extend beyond the boundaries of the state in which it is registered.
Issues which affect a number of states at any one time and so require joint action to be resolved.
Policy of acting alone, with little regard for the views or interests of other global actors, in pursuit of foreign policy objectives.
The ability of one global actor to infl uence the actions of another global actor.
Seeks to address questions of morality.

22 Clues: Seeks to address questions of morality. • Groups of people claiming common bonds based on culture, language and history. • Entire process in which states conduct their foreign relations with one another. • The ability of one global actor to infl uence the actions of another global actor. • ...

ColdWar 2025-02-05

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A system where all absolute control is in one person or party.
An act that proposed that the United States provided economic assistance to restore economic infrastructure of postwar Europe.
An American spy plane that got shot over Soviet Air space
A military alliance between the Communist countries in East Europe to counter the threat of capitalism in Europe.
A country in East Asia bordering the East China Sea,Korea Bay, and the South China Sea.
Largest Country in the world by land area.
The effort to supply the city through air transport.
A circle of latitude that is 38 degrees north of the Earth's equatorial plane.
32nd president for the United States.
A state that is north of South Korea
Served as a Republican U.S. Senator from the state in Winsconsin from 1947 to 1957
A independent country that is strongly influenced or controlled by another country.

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The 50 States and the district of Columbia.
First artificial satellite to orbit the earth
A safeguards allies freedom and security by political and military means.
An invistigative committee of the United States House of Representatives.
A foreign policy meant to stop the spread of a certain idea or belief that is not allowed in your country's ideals.
Protects you from shock waves and overpressure and also from earthquake
A rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union and their respective allies.
Led the Soviet Union from 1924 until his death 1953.
A system where the people vote their elected representatives into parliament.
To establish that the United States would support a democratic nation under threat from an internal or external authoritarian force.
A personal protection method against the effects of a nuclear explosion.
A state that is South of North korea
A barrier where it divided the capitalist and communist nations.

25 Clues: A state that is north of South Korea • A state that is South of North korea • 32nd president for the United States. • Largest Country in the world by land area. • The 50 States and the district of Columbia. • First artificial satellite to orbit the earth • Led the Soviet Union from 1924 until his death 1953. • The effort to supply the city through air transport. • ...

Unit 2 Crossword 2025-01-28

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A series of plants and animals, each of which depends on the one below it for food.
Located outside cities and towns, often characterized by open spaces and lower population density
Ocean found on the East coast of the United States.
One of the official languages of Canada
The largest country by land area in North America
only Great Lake entirely within the United States
A society in which different cultural groups maintain their unique identities, but share the same territory.
The chain of five freshwater lakes along the U.S.-Canada border.
The largest and deepest of the Great Lakes,
All of the feeding relationships within an ecosystem.
Canada's division of territory, similar to states in the U.S.
A large natural stream of water flowing in a sea or a ocean
The state you live in
national animal of Canada
A community of all the living things in an area, including plants, animals, and the physical environment in which they live.
Ocean that is found to the North of Canada.
The longest river in the United States.

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Ocean found on the West coast of the United States.
Lines that run north and south around the globe
a geographic area that includes all of the land and waterways that drain into a body of water.
The region of Canada with the smallest population
Capital city of Canada.
The capital of the United States
Lines that run east and west around the globe
The smallest of the Great Lakes
Organism that is not native to an ecosystem and causes harm
made up of water that is fresh, not salty.
This region is the most populated region in Canada.
A geographic region well-suited for permanent settlement, where most people live.

29 Clues: The state you live in • Capital city of Canada. • national animal of Canada • The smallest of the Great Lakes • The capital of the United States • One of the official languages of Canada • The longest river in the United States. • made up of water that is fresh, not salty. • The largest and deepest of the Great Lakes, • Ocean that is found to the North of Canada. • ...

civil war 2026-05-01

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these states are not on a certain side
caused the civil war
what gave the south power
first state to secede from the union
preserved the peace between slave states and free states

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how many of the south was wealthy
Wich states did not allow slavery
the north and south were mostly what
the presedent of the union
the confedracy's presedent
California entered the union as what type of state
states wich states allowed slaves

12 Clues: caused the civil war • what gave the south power • the presedent of the union • the confedracy's presedent • how many of the south was wealthy • Wich states did not allow slavery • states wich states allowed slaves • the north and south were mostly what • first state to secede from the union • these states are not on a certain side • ...

World History Review Crossword 2022-10-13

World History Review Crossword crossword puzzle

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only continent that is an island
largest river in the United States
Capital of North Carolina
line that goes across the middle of the earth
capital of the United States
largest river in Africa
Ocean between North America and Africa/Europe
largest river in the world

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continent with Germany, Finland, and England
the largest continent
Ocean between North America and Asia
Ocean that sits between Africa, Asia and Australia
continent to the south of us!
coldest continent located at the south pole
Ocean at the north pole
continent we live on in the United States
large continent that includes Egypt and Ethiopia

17 Clues: the largest continent • Ocean at the north pole • largest river in Africa • Capital of North Carolina • largest river in the world • capital of the United States • continent to the south of us! • only continent that is an island • largest river in the United States • Ocean between North America and Asia • continent we live on in the United States • ...

Cold War 2020-10-09

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takeover
Plan Program under which the United States gave economic aid to
Airlift Resupply of West Berlin by U.S. and British planes during Soviet
taking measures to prevent the spread of Communist rule to other
S. Truman 33rd president of the United States
postwar Western Europe
States, Canada, and ten European nations

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Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Defensive military alliance of the
curtain The division of Europe between free and Communist countries
of 1948
and state department and to perform secret operations in foreign
Intelligence Agency (ClA) Agency created to compile intelligence from the
nation Country dominated by the Soviet Union
War State of hostility between the Soviet Union and the United States but
military action
Doctrine U,S. policy of sending aid to any nation trying to prevent a

16 Clues: of 1948 • takeover • military action • postwar Western Europe • States, Canada, and ten European nations • nation Country dominated by the Soviet Union • S. Truman 33rd president of the United States • Plan Program under which the United States gave economic aid to • and state department and to perform secret operations in foreign • ...

Confederation to Constitution 2024-02-14

Confederation to Constitution crossword puzzle

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System of government in which power is shared between the states and federal government.
Served as the written document that established the functions of the national government of the United States after it declared independence from Great Britain.
1786 uprising in Massachusetts of 1500 farmers led by Daniel Shays, who were protesting unfair land taxes and an unresponsive government.
People who supported the Constitution.
Essays written by Federalists urging ratification of the U.S. Constitution.
Determined that three out of every five slaves was counted when determining a state's total population for legislative representation and taxation.
Area of land north of the Ohio River and included the current states of Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and a chunk of Minnesota.
Plan proposed a government that would have three branches (judicial, legislative, & executive) and two houses.
Trail built by Daniel Boone that served as the pathway to the western United States for over 300,000 settlers.
Described how the Northwest Territory was to be governed.

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Established the United States legislature as a bicameral, or two-house law-making body (Senate & House of Representatives).
Virginia delegate of the Constitutional Convention who refused to sign the Constitution until a bill of rights was added.
People who opposed the Constitution.
The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution.
Divided the Northwest Territory into townships.
Was a convention of delegates from all the states except Rhode Island that met in Philadelphia, PA, in May of 1787.
Plan called for a legislature with only one house, and each state only one vote.
Was known as the "Father of the Constitution."
In this form of government people choose representatives to govern them.

19 Clues: People who opposed the Constitution. • People who supported the Constitution. • The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution. • Was known as the "Father of the Constitution." • Divided the Northwest Territory into townships. • Described how the Northwest Territory was to be governed. • In this form of government people choose representatives to govern them. • ...

1960's 2025-05-06

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the 35th president of the United States
a government program in the United States that provides health insurance for adults and children with limited income and resources
promote the school readiness of infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children from families with low income
country in asia
a federal health insurance program in the United States for people age 65 or older and younger people with disabilities
a nightclub owner and Dallas figure with ties to organized crime

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a U.S. Marine veteran who assassinated John F. Kennedy
a failed 1961 military invasion of Cuba by a CIA-backed group of Cuban exiles, aimed at overthrowing Fidel Castro
a series of domestic programs initiated by President Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1960s, aimed at addressing poverty, inequality, and other social issues in the United States
the 64th United States attorney general
city in texas
a fortified complex in Moscow, Russia
Executive Committee of the National Security Council
a program administered by the United States Department of Labor that offers free education and vocational training to young people ages 16 to 24
an act or means of sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from entering or leaving

15 Clues: city in texas • country in asia • a fortified complex in Moscow, Russia • the 64th United States attorney general • the 35th president of the United States • Executive Committee of the National Security Council • a U.S. Marine veteran who assassinated John F. Kennedy • a nightclub owner and Dallas figure with ties to organized crime • ...

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. • ...

USHC 2 - Early Republic 2026-04-22

USHC 2 - Early Republic crossword puzzle

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Clause allowing Congress to make laws needed to carry out its powers, also called the elastic clause
Division of government into three branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power
States National bank created to stabilize the economy and manage government funds
Acts Laws passed in 1798 that limited speech and targeted immigrants, increasing tensions over federal power
Period when John Marshall was Chief Justice and strengthened federal power through Supreme Court decisions
Process by which government officials are formally accused of wrongdoing and can be removed from office
Economic activity focused on manufacturing and production, supported by Federalists
Statements arguing that states could nullify unconstitutional federal laws
Power of the president to reject a law passed by Congress
Power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional, strengthening the judiciary
Leader of the Federalists who supported a strong national government and economic growth through industry
Leader of the Democratic-Republicans who supported states’ rights and an agricultural society
1803 case that established judicial review
Farming-based economy favored by Jefferson and Democratic-Republicans

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Speech warning against political parties and foreign alliances
Political party that supported states’ rights and a strict interpretation of the Constitution
Law of 1787 that set up a process for admitting new states and banned slavery in the Northwest Territory
Political party that supported a strong central government and loose interpretation of the Constitution
1794 uprising of farmers protesting a federal tax on whiskey, showing federal authority under the Constitution
Peaceful transfer of power from Federalists to Democratic-Republicans, demonstrating stability of the new government
First ten amendments to the Constitution protecting individual freedoms such as speech and religion
Official approval of the Constitution by the states
British practice of forcing American sailors into the British navy
Framework of government ratified in 1788 that established a stronger federal system and replaced the Articles of Confederation
Conflict between the U.S. and Britain caused by trade issues and impressment, boosting American nationalism

25 Clues: 1803 case that established judicial review • Official approval of the Constitution by the states • Power of the president to reject a law passed by Congress • Speech warning against political parties and foreign alliances • British practice of forcing American sailors into the British navy • Farming-based economy favored by Jefferson and Democratic-Republicans • ...

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 • ...

US and Canada Geography 2023-09-25

US and Canada Geography crossword puzzle

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feature on Earth's surface
longest river in the United States
ocean found on western border US and Canada
most populated city in the US
mountains. mountain range found on eastern United States
largest collection of freshwater lakes

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ocean found on eastern border US and Canada
mountain range found on western United States and Canada
most populated city in Canada
wide open flat land in central United States and Canada
capital of United States
capital of Canada

12 Clues: capital of Canada • capital of United States • feature on Earth's surface • most populated city in Canada • most populated city in the US • longest river in the United States • largest collection of freshwater lakes • ocean found on eastern border US and Canada • ocean found on western border US and Canada • wide open flat land in central United States and Canada • ...

US and Canada Geography 2023-09-25

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feature on Earth's surface
longest river in the United States
ocean found on western border US and Canada
most populated city in the US
mountains. mountain range found on eastern United States
largest collection of freshwater lakes

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ocean found on eastern border US and Canada
mountain range found on western United States and Canada
most populated city in Canada
wide open flat land in central United States and Canada
capital of United States
capital of Canada

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. • ...

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.

Civil War Crossword 2026-04-19

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Capital of the Confederate States of America
U.S. President during Civil War who issued the Emancipation Proclamation
Bloodiest battle of the Civil War
Central cause of the war
The group of Southern states that seceded from the U.S. during the Civil War
First shots of the Civil War were fired at this fort
Northern democrats who were opposed to the war and wanted peace with Confederate states

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Union victory where the Northern states gained the Mississippi River and split the Confederacy
Union General known for his "March to the Sea"
Where the First Battle of Bull Run, or first Civil War battle took place
The name of the Union's plan and strategy against the South
Commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia
These type of states (Maryland, Delaware, Kentucky, and Missouri) had slavery but stayed in the Union
The group of Northern states that won the Civil War

14 Clues: Central cause of the war • Bloodiest battle of the Civil War • Capital of the Confederate States of America • Union General known for his "March to the Sea" • The group of Northern states that won the Civil War • First shots of the Civil War were fired at this fort • Commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia • ...

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? • ...

ColdWar Crossword Puzzle 2025-02-05

ColdWar Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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The United States and United Kingdom responded by airlifting food and fuel to Berlin from Allied airbases in western Germany. The crisis ended on May 12, 1949
a collective defence treaty established by the Soviet Union and seven other Soviet satellite states in Central and Eastern Europe
It is a federal union of 50 states and a federal capital district,
The first artificial Earth satellite.
the line of latitude that divides North Korea from South Korea
Hopes for a successful summit were dashed when on May 1, May Day, an American U-2 spy plane piloted by Francis Gary Powers was shot down over Soviet air space.
South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a country in East Asia. JosephMcCarthy
China was the only major country that stood at the intersection of the two superpower camps, a target of influence and enmity for both
the open yet restricted rivalry that developed after World War II between the United States and the Soviet Union and their respective allies.
Duck and cover drills refer to the practice of teaching children in schools throughout the United States to protect themselves from a potential nuclear attack
is a political and military alliance of countries from Europe and North America. Its members are committed to protecting each other from any threat.
a metaphorical boundary that divided Europe into two separate areas after World War II,

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system of government that is centralized and dictatorial and requires complete subservience to the state
the act, process, or means of keeping something within limits. the containment of health costs.
a country in East Asia. It constitutes the northern half of the Korean Peninsula and borders China and Russia to the north at the Yalu (Amnok) and Tumen rivers.
proposed that the United States provide economic assistance to restore the economic infrastructure of postwar Europe.
A satellite state or dependent state is a country that is formally independent but under heavy political, economic, and military influence or control from
Russia is the most populous country in Europe and the ninth-most populous country in the world.
Soviet politician, revolutionary, and political theorist who led the Soviet Union from 1924 until his death in 1953.
the United States would provide political, military and economic assistance to all democratic nations under threat from external or internal authoritarian forces.
a system of government in which state power is vested in the people or the general population of a state.
also known as FDR, was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945.
HUAC was created in 1938 to investigate alleged disloyalty and rebel activities on the part of private citizens, public employees and organizations suspected of having Communist ties.BombShelter

23 Clues: The first artificial Earth satellite. • the line of latitude that divides North Korea from South Korea • It is a federal union of 50 states and a federal capital district, • a metaphorical boundary that divided Europe into two separate areas after World War II, • South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a country in East Asia. JosephMcCarthy • ...

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. • ...

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.

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. • ...

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. • ...

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. • ...

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 • ...

USHC 2 - Early Republic 2026-04-22

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Political party that supported states’ rights and a strict interpretation of the Constitution
Political party that supported a strong central government and loose interpretation of the Constitution
First ten amendments to the Constitution protecting individual freedoms such as speech and religion
British practice of forcing American sailors into the British navy
States National bank created to stabilize the economy and manage government funds
Framework of government ratified in 1788 that established a stronger federal system and replaced the Articles of Confederation
Power of the president to reject a law passed by Congress
Farming-based economy favored by Jefferson and Democratic-Republicans
Clause allowing Congress to make laws needed to carry out its powers, also called the elastic clause
Process by which government officials are formally accused of wrongdoing and can be removed from office
Acts Laws passed in 1798 that limited speech and targeted immigrants, increasing tensions over federal power
Leader of the Federalists who supported a strong national government and economic growth through industry

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Peaceful transfer of power from Federalists to Democratic-Republicans, demonstrating stability of the new government
Conflict between the U.S. and Britain caused by trade issues and impressment, boosting American nationalism
Law of 1787 that set up a process for admitting new states and banned slavery in the Northwest Territory
Statements arguing that states could nullify unconstitutional federal laws
1803 case that established judicial review
Division of government into three branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power
Leader of the Democratic-Republicans who supported states’ rights and an agricultural society
Power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional, strengthening the judiciary
1794 uprising of farmers protesting a federal tax on whiskey, showing federal authority under the Constitution
Speech warning against political parties and foreign alliances
Period when John Marshall was Chief Justice and strengthened federal power through Supreme Court decisions
Economic activity focused on manufacturing and production, supported by Federalists
Official approval of the Constitution by the states

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

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 • ...

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. • ...

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? • ...

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 • ...

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 ____.

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

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? • ...

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 • ...

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 • ...

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. • ...

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 • ...

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

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 • ...

Civil war crossword puzzle 2021-03-29

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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. • ...

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. • ...

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 • ...

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. • ...

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

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. • ...

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.

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 • ...

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 • ...

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 • ...

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 • ...

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. • ...

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 ____ • ...

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 • ...

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 • ...

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. • ...

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 • ...

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 • ...

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?/ • ...

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 • ...

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