CITIZENSHIP
Ways someone can become a citizen?
What is
By birth or
By naturalization
What Amendment (1,4,5) A man on trial refuses to testify against himself in court.
5th Amendment
As technology and advertising grow, campaign costs
keep rising
What is the Legislative Branch?
Also known as the U.S. Congress. Defined in Article I of the U.S. Constitution. Main role: Make laws for the nation.
The U.S. executive branch is made up of various _______ departments and agencies.
cabinet
The naturalization process?
What is
Move to the US legally and live there for 3-5 years
Apply for Naturalization
Take and pass the naturalization citizenship test
Take the Oath of Allegiance
What Amendment (1,4,5) A federal marshal presents evidence to a judge for a search warrant.
4th Amendment
Groups that raise and donate money to support candidates or causes are known as
political action committees
What is a Bi-Cameral Legislature?
Congress has two chambers:
House of Representatives
Senate
This structure comes from the Great Compromise (New Jersey Plan + Virginia Plan).
Independent agencies, such as the EPA and FEMA, work on ________ issues related to government goals.
specific
What are the traits of a good citizen?
Trustworthiness, Honesty, Responsibility, Accountability, Self-reliance, Patriotism, and Courtesy
What is due process?
The government must follow fair rules and procedures before taking away someone’s rights, freedom, or property. Mentioned in 5th and 14th Amendment (5th Due Process - Federal Protection / 14th Due Process - State Protection)
The goal of Campaign Finance Reform is to
Reduce corruption and Increase transparency
What is the House of Representatives?
435 members
Representation is based on state population.
Members represent their constituents (the people who live in their district).
Government employees fill roles from research scientists to administrative _______, and more!
personnel
Examples of Civic Responsibilities
Vote, Participate in government, Be informed, Respect the Rights of others
What is the Supremacy Clause?
States that the Constitution and federal laws are more powerful than state constitutions and laws if they conflict
Though there are limits to how much individuals can raise, PACs and Super PACs can still raise unlimited money due to which Supreme Court Case?
Citizens United v. FEC
What is the Senate?
100 members (2 per state).
Based on equal representation.
Senators also represent their constituents from the entire state
Cabinet departments provide ____________ services and expertise, anchoring the efforts of the executive branch.
essential
Examples of Civic Duties
Obey the law, Pay Taxes, Defend the nation, Serve in court, jury duty and witness, Attend school
The First Amendment
Protects basic freedoms of American citizens
Remember with the acronym RAPPS:
Religion
Assembly
Press
Petition
Speech
When reading or watching the news, what questions should you ask yourself?
Who is the author?
Is the source credible?
Is it trying to persuade you?
Does it show bias?
Why does Congress matter?
Congress is the most basic form of representative government.
Members are directly elected by the people.
Law enforcement agencies aim to uphold laws and ________ the nation’s security.
safeguard