Unit 1 The Founding of the United States of America Vocab

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An area, region, or country that is controlled and settled by people from another country

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colony

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The ability of people to rule themselves and make their own laws.

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self-government

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A government led by a queen or king.

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monarchy

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A person from one country who moves to another country to live.

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immigrant

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In Great Britain, a lawmaking group made up of elected and nonelected representatives who govern with the king or queen.

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Parliament

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Money that people pay to the government.

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taxes

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A formal written request for change, signed by many people.

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petition

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A representative.

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delegate

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An official course of action.

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policy

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A formal statement.

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declaration