8-9 Vocab
What is a decree?
An order that has the force of law.
What is a skirmish?
A small fight, usually during wartime
What is a dictator?
A leader who controls an area through absolute power
What is a Regular Army?
An army of full time, paid soldiers
Define Executive
Having to do with the chief officer of a government. (President)
What is Customs Duty?
A tax placed on goods coming into the country
Define Resolution
A formal expression of opinion voted by an official group
What are Committees of Correspondence?
Local groups formed to share political and military information with other communities.
Define Municipality
A city or other district that has local self-government
Define Legislative
Elected officials who make the laws for the state. (Congress)
What is an exempt?
Excuse, to free from a rule that others must obey
What is Cholera?
A disease caused by bacteria in food and water.
What is a Siege?
A military blockade of a city or fortress
Define Veto
To reject, as to reject a bill and prevent it from becoming a law; a refusal by a President or Governor to approve a law
Define Judicial
Having to do with courts of law or the justice system. (Courts)
What is Commerce?
Large scale trade
Define Repeal
Recall or do away with a law
What is a revolution?
A movement to bring about change
Define Override
To overrule, or set aside, another action
What are Civil Rights?
The rights of personal liberty guaranteed to U.S. citizens by the Constitution and acts of Congress
Define Import
To bring in from a foreign country
What is Malaria?
A disease caused by mosquitoes implanting parasites in the blood.
What is a provisional government?
Temporary government
What is a petition?
To formally make a request
Define Ad Interim
Serving for the intervening time; temporarily