-The Social Contract
-Natural Laws: life, liberty, property
List 5 qualifications for becoming a naturalized citizen
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-Lawful/Permanent Resident
-Lived in U.S. for 5 years
-Good moral character
-Know basic English
What is the Social Contract?
People gave away power to rule & some rights, but get back protection from the government
List six steps to becoming naturalized citizen
-Live in U.S. for 5 years
-Fill out application
-Fingerprint/background check
-Interview
-Pass Civics Test
-Take Oath
How did Baron de Montesquieu influence the Founding Fathers (2 ideas)?
Separation of Powers
Checks and Balances
Four obligations of US Citizens
Obey the law
Pay Taxes
Serve on Juries
Defend Nation
What are 3 concepts found in the Magna Carta that influenced the Founding Fathers?
-Limited Government
-Trial by Jury
-Advisors lead to Parliament
-Rule of Law
Four responsibilities of citizenship
Vote
Attend Civics Meetings
Petition the government
Run for office
List three rights found in the English Bill of Rights that are found in the US Bill of Rights?
-Freedom of Speech
-No cruel and unusual punishment
-No taxes without consent
Which amendment defined citizenship?
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