Constitutional Era Vocabulary Flashcard

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An agreement in which each side gives up part of what it wants.

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Compromise

Front

A system in which each branch of government has the power to check, or limit, the actions of the other two branches.

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Checks and Balances

Front

Because Congress is made up of two legislative bodies, it is known as a _____________ legislature.

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Bicameral

Front

Members of this group desired a strong central government and supported the Constitution.

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Federalists

Front

Members of this group desired a weak central government and opposed the Constitution.

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Anti-Federalists

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A government in which citizens rule themselves through elected representatives.

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Republic

Front

This branch of government houses Congress and is responsible for making the laws of the United States.

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Legislative Branch

Front

This branch of government carries out the laws and consists of the President, Vice President, and the Presidential Cabinet.

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Executive Branch

Front

This branch of government is responsible for interpreting the Constitution and consists of the Supreme Court justices.

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Judicial Branch

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The group of electors that vote for the president. The number of electors is determined by the amount of each state's senators and representatives.

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Electoral College