Misc.
What are the Effects of Immigration?
A more diverse population, along with National and regional population changes, measured by the census every 10 years.
What is Democracy?
A system of Government in which the power is shared by all the people.
What does the R in Rapps stand for?
Religion
What is the purpose of the naturalization process?
To help someone can gain their US citizenship
What are the Civic Duties?
Obey laws, Pay taxes, Serve in armed forces if called, Serve on a jury or as a witness in court.
What does the 14th Amendment do?
It defines Citizenship in the Constitution.
What is Public?
Goods and Services provided by the government through taxes.
What does the A in Rapps stand for?
Assembly
what are the three steps of the naturalization process (In order)?
Application, Examination, and the Final Hearing.
What are the Civic Responsibilities?
Register and vote, Influence government by communicating with government officials, hold elective office, Respect others rights to an equal voice in government, Keep informed regarding current issues, serve in voluntary, appointed positions.
What is Due Process?
Protection from unfair government treatment, Intended to protect the rights of the freedom slaves by guaranteeing all citizens "equal protection."
What is Private?
Goods and Services which requires payment from an individual.
What does the P in Rapps stand for?
Petition or Press
Describe the first step of the Naturalization process, (according to notes).
U.S. citizenship and immigration services.
What is a civic right?
Given to you by the government
Formulating questions, Analyzing information from a variety of sources, Expressing a position (Opinion), and Devising and Implementing a plan.
What is an Amendment?
To make an addition or change to a document.
What does the P in Rapps stand for?
Petition or Press
Describe the second step of the Naturalization process, (according to notes).
Must be 18 years of age, Legal residence for past 5 years, not convicted of certain crimes, be able to read, write, and speak English, and pass a U.S. Government test.
what are Personal traits of a good Citizen?
Trustworthy and Honesty, Courtesy and Respect, Responsibility, Accountability, and Self-reliance, Respect for the law, Patriotism, Participation in school and local community, Participation in elections as a voter.
What are the two types of citizens?
Native born, and Naturalization.
What is the Federalist Paper No.51?
An essay by James Madison explaining that the U.S. Government needs separate branches with checks and balances to prevent any single group from gaining total power.
What does the S in Rapps stand for?
Speech
Describe the last step of the Naturalization process, (according to notes).
Take an oath of loyalty to the U.S.
What does it mean to be a good citizen?
Following your civic duties, rules, and responsibilities