| A | B |
|---|
| constitution | a document that sets out the laws and principals of a government |
| executed | carried out |
| bill of rights | list of freedoms that the government promises to protect |
| economic depression | a period when business activity slows, wages fall and unemployment rises |
| legislative branch | passes laws |
| executive branch | carries out laws |
| judicial branch | decides if they are fair |
| great compromise | each side gives up demands to preserve the nation |
| three-fifths compromise | three-fifths of the slaves would be counted for delegates in a state |
| republic | a nation which voters elect representatives to govern |
| separation of powers | powers of government divided so that no one has too much power |
| federalism | division of power between state and national government |
| checks and balances | each branch of federal government can check on other. |
| bills | proposed laws |
| vetoing | rejecting a bill |
| overriding | overruling a veto |
| impeach | bring charges against president |
| federalists | supporters of constitution |
| antifederalists | opposed/against the constitution |
| amend | to change |
| due process | the government must allow fair rules in all trials |
