Essential Vocabulary (Social Studies 1)

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What is the synonym (has the same meaning) of "legislation"?

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Lawmaking

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What does "bicameral" mean?

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Having two branches or chambers

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What is the antonym of "constitutional"?

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Unlawful

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A senator is:

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A member of the upper house of the legislature

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What does the word "jury" mean?

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A group of citizens who make legal decisions in a court

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What is the synonym of "right"?

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Freedom

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Which sentence uses "filibuster" correctly? Options: The senator used a filibuster to delay the vote., The filibuster drafted a new law., The president vetoed the filibuster., The filibuster decided the court case.

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The senator used a filibuster to delay the vote.

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What does "cabinet" mean in government?

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A group of advisors to the president

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What is the definition of "representative"?

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A person elected to speak for a group