3 Branches of Government
Which branch makes laws?
The Legislative Branch
What impact did the Bill of Rights do?
It guaranteed civil rights and liberties to American Citizens.
True or False: People applying for citizenship must pass a test on the history of the United States.
True
What is a democracy?
A form of government ruled by the people.
True.
Which Branch enforces the law?
The Executive Branch
Which Amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
Civics is the study of the rights and duties that citizens have.
A society where there is NO government, and no rules.
Anarchy
Central government shares with the state government.
This is known as...
Federalism.
what are two parts of Congress?
House of representatives
Senate
What is the Bill of rights a part of?
The constitution
How long must an immigrant live in the United States for, to be able to become a citizen?
for at least 5 years
A system where individuals have a voice in government through elected representatives.
Which type of government is least centralized?
Confederal government.
Why were the 3 branches of government created?
To make sure there's a separation of powers.
What TWO things does the 14th amendment grant?
1. Citizenship to people born in the U.S
2. Citizenship to former slaves.
Why was the 14th amendment created?
To protect freed slaves
Government owns all means of production and eliminates private property/business.
Communism.
What type of government receives power from state/regional government?
Central government.
Why do we have separation of powers?
To prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
When the constitution was ratified in 1787, only ___ of citizens could vote.
20-25%
what is the Naturalization process in order?
1. Check Eligibility
2. Apply
3. Interview with U.S. citizenship services.
4. Take the English and Civics test
5. Oath of allegiance
What country has direct democracy?
Switzerland
In what article does it state that central government laws are supreme.
Article 6.