Law of Blood/Law of Soil
When you are a citizen because you are born on US territory
What is law of soil?
What is naturalization?
The process a non-citizen takes to become a citizen
Something you should do, but not required to by law
Responsibility
What is rule of law?
Nobody is above the law, everyone has to follow the law
When you are a citizen because your parent was born on US territory
What is law of blood?
Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen?
A. marrying a U.S. citizen and having a child with that person
B. being a legal resident of the U.S. for at least five years
C. holding employment in the U.S. for at least five years
D. reaching age eighteen and living in the U.S. capital
B. being a legal resident of the U.S. for at least five years
Something you have to do as required by law
Obligation
Which foundational principle ensures that citizens cannot lose their life or freedom without having their legal rights protected?
Due process
Laura was born in France and lived in France until she moved to the U.S. at age 21. At age 25, Laura used her U.S. passport to travel to Morocco on vacation.
Why did Laura use a U.S. passport to travel?
A. Laura was a resident alien of the U.S.
B. Laura was a resident national of the U.S.
C. Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of soil.
D. Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of blood.
D. Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of blood.
Which of the following describes the eligibility requirements for naturalization?
A. reside in the U.S. for five years, be of good moral character, and be able to speak and read basic English
B. be of good moral character, achieve permanent residency, and pledge to serve in the armed forces
C. reside in the U.S. for five years, pass a reading and math test, and be at least 25 years old
D. be of good moral character, pass a U.S. history and government test, and pay $15,000
A. reside in the U.S. for five years, be of good moral character, and be able to speak and read basic English
Which is a responsibility and which is an obligation?
Taxes?
Voting?
Taxes: Obligation
Voting: Responsibility
This quote is from a 1977 interview with President Richard Nixon.
"Well, when the president does it, that means that it is not illegal."
Which characteristic of the rule of law is weakened by Nixon’s quote?
A. It requires the oversight of the legislature.
B. It requires the separation of powers.
C. It must be enforced by a free press.
D. It must be applied consistently.
D. It must be applied consistently.
Which of these answers is NOT included in the naturalization process?
A. Age 18+
B. Test in Civics
C. Oath of Allegiance
D. Pay Taxes
D. Pay Taxes
This scenario addresses an aspect of citizenship.
April: My son just turned 18 and brought home a registration form to complete. He wants to know if completing this form will interfere with his college football scholarship.
Jesika: No, because his completion of this registration does not require him to join the military.
Which obligation of citizenship is being discussed in this scenario?
A. paying taxes
B. following laws
C. attending school
D. selective service
D. selective service
Which option best describes the importance of the rule of law?
A. It allows police to keep evidence a secret during a criminal trial.
B. It exempts government leaders from having to follow procedures.
C. It protects citizens from arbitrary and abusive uses of government power.
D. It ensures different laws can be applied to people of different social classes.
C. It protects citizens from arbitrary and abusive uses of government power.
List out all parts of CARROT
C- Character
A- Age 18
R- Residency for 5+ years in US
R- Read and write in English
O- Oath of Allegiance
T- Test in Civics
Which example is NOT a responsibility of citizenship?
A. volunteering in the community
B. attending civic meetings
C. voting in elections
D. paying taxes
D. paying taxes
"This statement is from the Magna Carta, written in 1215. To no one will we sell, to no one will we refuse or delay, right or justice."
Which political principle justifies this statement?
A. The right to trial protects political institutions.
B. The rule of law guarantees fair legal treatment.
C. Checks and balances prevent tyranny in government.
D. Separation of powers permits shared government authority
B. The rule of law guarantees fair legal treatment.