Column 1
One's own country.
domestic
Introduction to a formal document that explains its purpose.
A prefix that means 'with' or 'together.' (There are many possible answers.)
co-, col-, com-, con-
1. Prefix that means 'before' is- _____
2. Prefix that means 'after' is- _____
1. pre
2. post
What is an example of an 'unalienable right'?
(Many possible answers.)
Freedom of: speech, privacy, education, against cruel and unusual punishment, religion, trail by jury. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
An informal military.
militia
To end something.
abolish
A state of being peaceful.
Tranquility.
To order, or decree, by virtue of superior authority.
ordain
A country under the control of another.
colony
Permission to do something; saying yes.
consent
A formal request.
petition
A complaint.
grievance
Future generations of people.
posterity
The safety and interest of the society, state, or nation.
liberty
Affecting the whole group, or every member of a class or category.
general
A combination formed, especially and alliance or confederation, of people, parties, or political groups for mutual interest or benefit.
union
Rights that can't be taken away by someone else.
unalienable rights
Health, happiness, good fortune, well-being.
welfare
When Britain was not enforcing the laws consistently, so that colonies could be successful.
Powers that state governments have.
reserved powers
Powers that the national government has; they're in the Constitution.
delegated powers
What is right, fair, moral, merited, or in accordance to the law.
justice