Principles of Democracy
Citizenship and Voting
Political Parties and Elections
Which Founding Document?
Branches of Government
100

The government and those who govern are bound by law (no one is above the law) is which political concept?

Rule of Law

100
What are the three requirements to vote in Virginia?
1) 18 years old (on Election Day) 2) must live in Virginia 3) must be a U.S citizen
100
This political party is considered "liberal" and favors more government involvement
Democrats
100
granted Virginia colonists the same rights as Englishmen
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
100

The number House of Representatives is based off of a state's ___________

population

200

Which political principle says that the government is not all powerful, it is restricted, and may do only those things people have given it the power to do.

Limited government

200

What is the last step taken in order to become a naturalized citizen?

What is Oath of Allegience

200
The ______________ is used to elect the President and Vice President. You must get _____ to win
Electoral College, 270
200
The first 10 Amendments to the U.S Constitution
Bill of Rights
200
Each branch has different powers to check that the others do not become too power is called...?
Checks and Balances
300

Which fundamental concept says that the government must provide fair compensation if it is taken for public use?

Right to Private Property

300
The ________ Amendment identified the two ways to become a U.S Citizen, to be ________ OR __________
14th Amendment 1) Born 2) Naturalized
300
This type of party often focuses on a single-issue and/or is represented by someone with a strong personality. They have never won a Presidential election
Third Party
300
document that declared the American colonies independent from the control of the King of England
Declaration of Independence
300
The Supreme Court has this power, which means they can declare any law unconstitutional
judicial review
400

Which principle is defined as the government getting its power from the people by electing leaders to make decisions on their behalf?

Republicanism

400

What are the 4 ways to register to vote in Virginia?

1) in person at the registrar's office 2) by mail 3) DMV or any designated area 4) Online

400

Political parties distribute literature about their candidates in order to —

educate the electorate about campaign issues

400
This founding document was a direct inspiration to the 1st Amendment of our U.S Constitution
Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom
400
The President is involved in the law-making process by
approving or vetoing bills
500

Which fundamental concept states that the Constitution and federal laws are more powerful than state constitutions and laws if they conflict?

Supremacy Clause

500
Voting is a civic _______ and obeying the law is a civic _______
Voting = civic RESPONSIBILITY (voluntary) Obeying the law= civic DUTY (required)
500
These organizations are dedicated to raising and spending money to either elect or defeat political candidates.
Political Action Committee (PACs)
500

What is the process to amend the U.S Constitution?

  • Proposal (Suggested): Action by Congress with a ⅔ vote in both houses or convention requested by ⅔  (34) of the states

  • Ratification (Approved): ¾ (38) of the state legislatures

500
Legislative Powers that are not specifically listed in the constitution but necessary to carry out delegated powers are called
Implied Powers
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