GC02 Vocabulary

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Across
  1. 2. The effect that one thing has on another. In this context, it refers to how the ideas of European thinkers and historical events shaped American government.
  2. 3. A document signed in 1215 in England that limited the power of the king and established certain legal rights for citizens, such as the right to a fair trial. (2 words, no space)
  3. 6. The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws and running the government. In the U.S., this is represented by the President. (2 words, no space)
  4. 7. A system in which different branches of government have powers that can limit or check the powers of the other branches. This system helps maintain balance and prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. (3 words, no space)
  5. 10. The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice. In the U.S., this is represented by the courts. (2 words, no space)
  6. 12. A type of democracy where citizens elect representatives to make decisions and pass laws on their behalf. (2 words, no space)
  7. 14. Fundamental rights that every person has just by being human. According to John Locke, these rights include life, liberty, and property. (2 words, no space)
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  1. 1. A document written by Thomas Jefferson in 1776 declaring the American colonies' independence from Britain. It is based on the ideas of natural rights and the pursuit of happiness.
  2. 4. The idea that government is based on an agreement between the ruler and the ruled, where people give up some freedoms in exchange for protection and order. This concept was discussed by Thomas Hobbes. (2 words, no space)
  3. 5. The division of government into distinct branches (legislative, executive, and judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. This idea was promoted by Charles-Louis Montesquieu.
  4. 8. The fundamental principles and laws that outline the structure and powers of a government. The U.S. Constitution, influenced by ideas of separation of powers and representative government, establishes the framework for American government.
  5. 9. The branch of government responsible for making laws. In the U.S., this is represented by Congress. (2 words, no space)
  6. 11. A form of direct democracy practiced in ancient Athens where citizens voted directly on decisions rather than through elected representatives. (2 words, no space)
  7. 12. The government system of ancient Rome where elected representatives governed on behalf of the people and a system of checks and balances was used to prevent any one part of the government from becoming too powerful. (2 words, no space)
  8. 13. The right of citizens to have their cases heard and decided by a court in a fair and just manner, as established by the Magna Carta. (2 words, no space)