social studies

2. an organization which consists of a number of parties or groups united in an alliance or league.
7. forming a necessary base or core; of central importance.
9. Process air treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.
10. the end or finish of an event or process.
12. the action of calling into question the integrity or validity of something.
15. give (someone) facts or information; tell.
17. the people (such as reporters and photographers) who work for newspapers, magazines, etc.
18. a constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
19. a formal promise or assurance (typically in writing) that certain conditions will be fulfilled, especially that a product will be repaired or replaced if not of a specified quality and durability.

1. a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
3. a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference.
4. cause (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument.
5. make a serious or urgent request, typically to the public.
6. a body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed.
8. the federal principle or system of government.
9. prevent from continuing to receive funds.
11. sign or give formal consent to (a treaty, contract, or agreement), making it officially valid.
13. the activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.
14. a minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.
16. a body of people (typically twelve in number) sworn to give a verdict in a legal case on the basis of evidence submitted to them in court.