A New Nation 4A Vocabulary

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Anti-federalist

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A person who opposed the passage of the United States Constitution.

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Compromise

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A situation when groups on each side of an issue each give on a little to reach an agreement.

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Constitution

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A written plan for the government that describes the principles and organization of a nation.

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Executive Branch

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The branch of government that carries out the laws; the United States President and his/her administration.

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Federalist

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A person who supports the passage of the United States Constitution.

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Inflation

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A steady rise in prices that occurs as money loses value and things cost more.

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Judicial Branch

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The branch of government that interprets the laws; the United States Supreme Court and other courts.

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Legislative Branch

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The branch of government that makes the laws, the United States Congress.

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Ratify

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To approve

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Veto

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To refuse to approve something.