Unit 6: The Constitution

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What does 'Ord' in ordain mean?

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to order or make happen

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What is the safety and interest of the society, state, or nation?

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liberty

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What does 'Gen' in general mean?

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a class or group

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What does 'Fare' in welfare mean?

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how you're doing

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What are the powers that state governments have called?

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reserved powers

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What is the purpose of the Constitution?

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To establish the framework of government and protect individual rights.

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What are delegated powers?

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Powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution.

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What is the Bill of Rights?

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The first ten amendments to the Constitution that guarantee individual freedoms.

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What does the term 'federalism' refer to?

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A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.

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What is the significance of checks and balances?

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To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.