Maya is stopped by a police officer for speeding in her city. The officer explains that he has jurisdiction in that area. What is this authority called?

A government stops trading with a specific country in hopes of punishing them. What is this action called?

A law is passed that some people believe goes against the Constitution. The Supreme Court steps in to check if the law is constitutional. What is this process called?

An idea or law that goes against the U.S. Constitution is considered what?

Noah is reading about different roles in history. He comes across someone who is believed to deliver messages from God or another divine source. What word names this person?

During an election, what do we call the person currently holding the office?

Oliver runs a small business that imports handmade crafts from different countries. When his shipments arrive at the port, he is required to pay certain charges on the imported goods. These charges are known as what?

Rivalry based on special interests of different areas is best described as what?

Kai is the leader of a small village. To keep his people safe from attacks by neighboring states, he pays money to a powerful ruler for protection. What is this payment called?

In early 1800s Congress, which term described a person who approved war with Great Britain?

A strong sense of devotion to one's country is