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| how Americans have their say in government |
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| The animal that is the symbol of the Republican party |
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| The Constitution is considered to be... |
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| the Supreme law of the land |
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| Under the Articles of Confederation, most of the power remained with the... |
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| The freedoms that Americans enjoy are |
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| limited by the rights of others and what is good for all |
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| The Declaration of Independence was to free America from |
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| The First Amendment protects... |
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| Accused persons have a right to |
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-be tried by a jury
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-have a lawyer |
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| The most important job of Congress is... |
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| Congress is made up of... |
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| representatives and senators |
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| The system of checks and balances help ensure that the government |
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| acts in citizens' best interest |
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| The Constitution is considered a "living" document because... |
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| Can decide if a defendant is guilty or not guilty |
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