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This overview covers essential vocabulary associated with the U.S. Constitution and the three branches of government. Key terms include "Constitution," which is a detailed plan for government; "Bicameral," referring to a two-part legislature; "Preamble," the Constitution's opening statement; and "Popular Sovereignty," the principle that power resides with the people. Additional concepts like "Legislative," "Executive," and "Judicial branches" are defined, alongside "Amendment" and the "Rule of Law," highlighting the foundational principles of American governance.
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Chpt. 3 content vocab section 1&2 • Constitution-detailed, written plan for government. • Bicameral-a legislature consisting of two parts, • Confederation- • Ratify-approve • Constitution convention- • Great compromise-
Chpt. 3 content vocab section 3&4 • Preamble-the opening section of the constitution • Legislative branch-the lawmaking brach of govt. • Executive branch- branch of govt. that carries out laws • Judicial branch- the branch of govt. that interprets the laws. • Amendment-any change in the constitution • Popular sovereignty- notion that power lies with the people
Chpt. 3 content vocab section 3&4 • Rule of law- principle that the law applies to everyone, even those who govern
