Unit 7: We, the People

Theme 13: Making Laws

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debate- formal method of an interactive and representational verbal argument

In a debate, people take different sides on something or voice differing opinions and then talk about it.

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granting- allowing or giving permission to someone to do something

Our principal granted the students permission to wear jeans Friday.

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officials- people who are elected and have power in government

Mayors are officials of their towns.

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representation- officials that are elected for government

There are many government officials that serve as our local, state, and federal representation.

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legal- something that is allowed by law

It is legal to drive on the right side of the road in America.

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justice- fairness, or when the right thing is done

We seek justice for all people in our country.

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govern- to provide leadership for or be responsible for an office in the government

Mayors govern cities and Presidents govern countries.

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candidate- someone who tries to get elected to a job in government

There were many candidates in the presidential election.

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politics- describes the activities that have to do with government

Government leaders use politics to develop federal laws and regulations.

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authority- having the right or power to enforce rules or laws

A policeman has the authority to arrest anyone who is breaking the law.

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