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1 Vocabulary Words U.S. Government Unit

2 Preamble - The introductory part of a constitution.

3 Article – A distinct often numbered section of a writing.

4 Amendment – A change to the Constitution.

5 Ratify – To approve, to formally accept.

6 Separation of Powers – The system of dividing powers and duties of a government into different branches.

7 Checks and Balances – Limits imposed on all branches of government by giving each the right to amend acts of the other branches.

8 Judicial Review – The Supreme Court decides the meaning of laws, how they are applied and if they break the rules of the Constitution.

9 Bicameral – having or consisting of two legislative branches.

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