Vocabulary
a document that grows and changes over time
living document
this branch writes the laws
legislative branch
when was New York state's first Constitution written
1777
helps protect people's rights
Bill of Rights
Name a responsibility we have as United States citizens.
-the responsibility to obey the law and to participate in the government
-the right to vote, jury duty, pay taxes
public school
this branch is made up of the state Assembly and the Senate
legislative branch
promises adult citizens the right to vote, and follow any religion they choose
constitution
The Bill of Rights guarantees many freedoms. Name 2.
-freedom of speech
-freedom of religion
-freeedom to express our opinions
What do you call doing things that improve a community such as picking up litter?
community service
a type of chart in which facts are organized in columns and rows
table
the governor runs this branch
executive branch
What is one way to change the New York state Constitution?
legislature suggests an amendment
the right to a good education
Name 3 federal holidays.
-New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
a duty
responsibility
this branch is made up of courts and judges that make sure state laws are followed
judicial branch
Who approves the amendment when suggested?
the Senate and the Assembly
According to New York law at what ages do children need to attend school?
age 5 until they graduate high school or turn 21
The New York Junior League helped fix this park so the community and children can enjoy it
Seward Park
a person who shows his or her love for a country
patriotism
this branch carries out the laws passed
executive branch
How many Assembly members are in New York state government?
150 members
How old do you need to be in order to vote in elections?
18 years old
We celebrate Patriot Day on this day to remember all those who died and those who worked to save them
September 11