Unit 4 Vocabulary

An important change to a constitution or in a body of laws.

The division of the duties of government into legislative, executive, and judicial powers.

The building where the Congress of the United States meets in Washington, D.C.

A person who is recognized as a member of a state or nation.

Membership in a nation with its accompanying rights and responsibilities.

The chief law-making body of the United States.

The basic beliefs and laws of a nation, state, or social group that establish the powers and duties of government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it.

The process of monitoring and influencing public and civic life by working with others, clearly expressing ideals and interests, building alliances, seeking consensus, negotiating compromise, and managing conflict.

Form of government based on consent of the governed.

A ruler with complete power and authority over a country.