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birth of the cons
Question | Answer |
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Convention | a formal meeting |
Compromise | a settlement of differences, when each side gives a little bit in |
Delegate | a person authorized to act as representative for another |
Representation | an idea substitutes reality |
Bicameral | Having two separate legislative chambers or houses. |
Unicameral | having a single legislative chamber. |
separation of powers | each branch of govt. has own responsibilities |
Checks and balances | each branch of govt. checks up on the other ones and each has same amount of power |
Legislative | having the power to make, a law |
Executive | Designed or fitted for execution, or carrying into effect |
Judicial | relating to a court of law |
Amendment | change for the better |
Ratify | To give formal consent |