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| Declaration of Independence | this document stated that the power of gov't comes from the people and lists the grievances the U.S. had with Great Britain |
| popular sovereignty | principle that the power of government comes from the people (voluntarily) |
| Articles of Confederation | the first form of gov't for the U.S. Very weak because most power belonged to the states, not the federal government. Congress did not even have the power to tax. |
| Constitution | the document that outlines our government (three branches) and says the power of the government comes from "We the People" |
| the Preamble | introduction of the Constitution |
| the Articles | the 7 sections of the Constitution that outline our government |
| the Amendments | the changes that have been made to the Constitution (27). |
| the way to amend the Constitution | 2/3 vote of Congress to propose an amendment and 3/4 vote of states to ratify it |
| Bill of Rights | the first 10 amendments. They protect the freedom and rights of the people |
| National Security | a purpose of gov't that includes the military and national guard |
| Public Service | a purpose of gov't that includes building roads, schools, and the post office |
| Economic System | a purpose of gov't that includes regulating trade and the money supply |
| Social Order | a purpose of gov't that includes the police and fire departments |
