Republic of Texas Government and Bill of Rights Vocabulary

To create laws and policies

To enforce laws and run the country or state

To judge and interpret laws

To collect taxes for roads and government buildings

Lawmaking body

Congress

Enforcers

Court system

Senate

Supreme Court

House of Representatives

President

Mayor

It allows the government to regulate personal beliefs freely and removes individual rights and responsibilities.

It requires that individuals must follow state-approved practices and religious ceremonies.

It protects individuals by stopping the government from blocking beliefs and practices.

The government can limit what you say if it disagrees with you.

You can only meet with friends if you have government permission.

You have the right to express your opinions and meet peacefully with others.

You can only write letters but not meet in groups.

The right to a fair trial protects individuals by giving legal representation and a fair jury.

The right to a fair trial allows for secret trials without public embarrassment.