| monarchy |
A form of government in which one person has absolute rule and often gains it by birth |
| cabinet |
Federal government officials who most often represent the executive branch |
| allegiance
|
Commitment of someone to another in higher power or a larger group |
| federalism
|
A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and other smaller political units |
| capitalism
|
An economic and political system in which private owners control trade and industry for money |
| oath
|
A solemn vow to do something |
| delegate |
A person authorized to represent others, normally chosen by election |
| political
|
Related to government or public affairs |
| legislature
|
An officially elected body of people that have the power and responsibility to make laws for political units |
| democracy
|
A type of government in which all those who are eligible may vote to choose a representative to fight for what they want |
| amendment |
An addition or other change to a legal paper |
| sovereign |
Having all the power |
| citizen |
An inhabitant of a country that is recognized as a legal member |
| adjourn |
To break off or end a meeting until a later date |
