Origins of Government Vocab

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Limited Government

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A political system where the legalized force is restricted through delegated and enumerated powers.

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Separation of Powers

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A model for the governance of a state, dividing the state into branches, each with separate and independent powers and areas of responsibility.

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Revolution

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A fundamental and relatively sudden change in political power and political organization, often accompanied by violence.

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Civil Society

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Society considered as a community of citizens linked by common interests and collective activity.

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Ratify

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To sign or give formal consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement, making it officially valid.

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Unicameral

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A legislative body with a single chamber.

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Interstate Commerce

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Trade, traffic, or transportation involving the crossing of a state boundary.

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Shay's Rebellion

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An armed uprising in Western Massachusetts in opposition to a debt crisis among the citizenry and the state government's increased efforts to collect taxes both on individuals and their trades.