Vocabulary
What is a person with certain rights and duties under a government?
A Citizen
What is one duty citizens must do?
Obey the laws
What should citizens do in elections?
Vote
What does naturalization mean?
The process of becoming a citizen.
What is considered a public good or service?
TAXES
What does democracy mean?
A system government in which the power is shared by all the people
What duty means paying money to the government?
Pay taxes
What should citizens do to learn about government?
Stay informed
What test must people pass to become citizens?
Citizenship test
What must citizens do for the government to be effective?
Vote
True or false
Civic duty means, a requirement by the government for which call citizens must meet.
True
What duty means paying money to the government?
Jury Duty
What can citizens do to help their community?
Volunteer
What ceremony makes someone an official U.S. Citizen?
Oath of Allegiance
What is the 14th amendment?
-The Rights of the Citizens
-Defines citizenship in the government constitution
-Protection from unfair government treatment
-Due process
What does Civic Responsibilities mean?
Roles and actions good citizens perform for government to function.
What duty involves serving in the military if required?
Military Service
What should citizens do when they disagree with something?
Speak up respectfully
What is the first step to become a Citizen?
Make an Application
What are traits of a good citizen?
-Trustworthy
-Courtesy
-Respect
-Patriotism
-Accountability
What is the Federalist paper No.51?
Essay by James Madison explaining that the U.S. government needs separate branches with checked and balances.
What should citizens do when called to be a witness court?
Tells the truth
What should citizens do when they see a problem in their community?
Help solve it
How old do you have to be to become a U.S. citizen?
18 years old
What does RAPPS stand for?
-Religion
-Assembly
-Petition
-Press
-Speech