USH Regents Vocab

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Alliances

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An alliance refers to a formal or informal agreement between two or more parties or groups, involving cooperation, mutual support, and shared goals.

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Principle

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A principle is a fundamental truth, belief, or rule that guides behavior or decision-making, representing a standard or value that people adhere to in their actions.

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Consent of the Governed

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The concept refers to the idea that a government’s legitimacy and authority come from the approval and agreement of the people it governs.

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Opposition

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Opposition refers to individuals, groups, or political parties that hold differing views or opinions from the ruling government or dominant party.

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Embargo

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An embargo is a government-imposed restriction or prohibition on trade, commerce, or other interactions with a specific country, organization, or group.

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Viewpoint

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A viewpoint is an individual’s perspective, opinion, or stance on a particular issue or topic, reflecting how someone sees and interprets the world around them.

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Stipulations

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Stipulations are specific conditions, requirements, or terms that are agreed upon in a contract, agreement, or arrangement.

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Enact

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To enact means to officially establish or put into effect a law, regulation, or policy, involving the process of passing legislation or taking action to implement a measure.

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Suffrage

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Suffrage refers to the right to vote in political elections, allowing citizens to participate in choosing their representatives.

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Suffragette

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A suffragette is a woman who actively campaigned for women’s suffrage during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.