obligation/responsibilities
What is a Civic duty?
(what is an obligation, what are things you have to do by law)
Bonus *Give me an example of a civic duty
Legally belonging to a country
What is a republic?
a form of government the people elect representatives to represent them in government (through voting)
What is voting in an election, signing petitions, or contacting elected officials about issues.
Which form of government does the United States have?
Constitutional republic
(What is: voting, volunteering, attending meetings, signing petitions)
What are some ways a person can lose U.S. citizenship?
Voluntary, treason
After the government of Sunshine Country collapses, there is no central government or recognized authority to make and enforce laws. Different groups begin making their own rules, and no single government is in control. Which form of government is being described?
What is Anarchy
Ancient Rome influenced the government of the United States in several ways. What is ONE idea or contribution from Ancient Rome that influenced American government?
Republic
Bonus give me another idea *
Naturalization
the process of becoming a citizen into a country.
Why is responding to a jury summons an important civic duty (obligation)
it allows citizens to participate in the justice system and help decide cases fairly
What is Citizenship according to the 14th Amendment?
All person born or Naturalized are considered U.S. Citizens.
Which form of government am I?
I am a form of government where one person holds political power, and leadership is often passed down through the royal family. The oldest child is usually next in line to become the ruler.
(What is Monarchy)
Which idea from the Judeo-Christian tradition influenced the Founders of the United States when developing the Constitution?
A. Government leaders should have unlimited power.
B. All people have equal value and should be treated with justice under the law.
C. Religious leaders should control the government.
D. Citizens should not have a role in government.
What is rule of law?
What is everyone must follow the law.
All men 18 years or older have to register for this obligation (duty)
What is Selective Service
Carlos is born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His parents are not U.S. citizens. Is Carlos a U.S. citizen? If so, is he a citizen under the law of blood or the law of soil?
Law of soil (New Mexico is a state in the United States)
Country X is controlled by a small group of powerful leaders who all belong to the same political party. This group makes most of the important decisions and controls the government. Which form of government does Country X have?
Oligarchy
What was a polis in Ancient Greece?
an independent city-state
In Sunshine Country, a high-ranking government official breaks the same law as an ordinary citizen. The official is held to the same legal standards and receives the same punishment as the other citizen. Which principle of the rule of law is being demonstrated?
Why is permanent residency important for someone seeking U.S. citizenship through naturalization?
A. It automatically makes the person a U.S. citizen.
B. It is generally required before a person can apply for naturalization.
C. It allows the person to vote immediately.
D. It means the person does not have to complete the naturalization process.
What is b
What are the requirements to become a legal citizen in the U.S.
lawful permeant resident live in u.s. for 5 years
good moral character
pass the civics/ English test (naturalization test)
Take the oath of allegiance
I am a form of government where religious leaders or religious beliefs guide the government and its laws. The government’s authority is closely connected to a particular religion.
What is Theocracy
The Constitution divides the federal government into three branches, giving each branch different responsibilities. Which principle does this demonstrate?
What is Separation of power
Bonus what are the 3 branches of government called
How does the rule of law affect a society
Its protect citizen from abusive or arbitrary government actions.