Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution Selection Vocabulary

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What is a convention?

Back

A convention is a meeting or assembly of people for a specific purpose, often to discuss and make decisions.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What does the word union mean?

Back

Union refers to the act of joining together or the state of being united, often used to describe a group formed for a common purpose.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is a representative?

Back

A representative is a person chosen to act or speak on behalf of others.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

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What is a proposal?

Back

A proposal is a suggestion or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.

Front

What does the word resolve mean?

Back

To resolve means to settle or find a solution to a problem or conflict.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What are committees?

Back

Committees are groups of people chosen to do certain work or tasks.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

Front

What is the meaning of recommendation?

Back

A recommendation is a suggestion or proposal for someone to follow.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

Front

What does the term situation refer to?

Back

A situation refers to a set of circumstances or a state of affairs.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the purpose of a proposal in a convention?

Back

The purpose of a proposal in a convention is to present ideas or plans for discussion and potential approval.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Front

How do representatives influence decisions?

Back

Representatives influence decisions by voicing the opinions and needs of the people they represent.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2