Citizenship
Define Civics
The study of the rights and duties of citizens
Which country had the greatest influence on U.S. Democracy?
United Kingdom/Great Britain
How long is a president's term?
4 years
How does a case typically come before the Supreme Court?
Supreme Court cases are appealed from the lower courts and then the Supreme Court must agree to hear it
Define Economics
The study of how individuals and nations make choices about ways to use scarce resources to fulfill their needs and wants.
In the last few years immigration to the Untied States has come from what two parts of the world?
Latin America & Asia
In what country would you find a Constitutional Monarchy?
United Kingdom/Great Britain
Which of the following can Congress NOT do?
A control interstate commerce
B interpret the Constitution
C impeach judges
D monitor the executive branch
B. Interpret the Constitution
Which type of court would handle the following case:
Julie was pulled over by the police at 2:00am and was charged with breaking the curfew law in her town. She was fined and released back to her parents.
Juvenile Court
Read the scenario and decide which economic question it answers:
Danielle puts bright colored toys and stuffed animals in her toy shop window because they are very popular with kids ages 2-8.
For whom should it be produced?
The principle of “consent of the governed” is put into practice when citizens do this...
Stay informed and vote
Which branch of government is representative of the U.S. population?
Legislative Branch
Who controls the U.S. government?
The People!
What happens when the Federal government spends more than it collects in revenue?
The federal budget will show a deficit
The choices all societies must make about production are driven by
Scarcity
Formulate a plan for someone who wishes to become a citizen. What steps would you include in your plan?
Research eligibility, prepare documents, complete forms, attend an interview, and take the oath of allegiance.
How do authoritarian governments differ from democratic governments in terms of political power and citizen participation?
In authoritarian governments, power is concentrated in the hands of one or a few individuals, and citizen participation is limited; in democratic governments, power is shared, and citizens have the right to participate in free and fair elections.
What foreign policy tool is most effective in promoting peace between nations?
Alliances
When a government places regulations on pollution created during production, which economic question are they impacting?
How to produce
What would have to happen to demand to cause the supply of a product to decrease?
Demand decreased
Why is it important for the citizens of a democracy to be educated and well-informed about political issues and the functioning of government?
A well-informed citizenry ensures that citizens can make decisions based on facts, participate in discussions, and hold elected officials accountable for their actions.
How does gerrymandering impact election outcomes?
Districts are drawn to include a majority of one party's supporters
How can Congress check the power of the Executive Branch?
Impeach the President
How do taxes help keep the government running?
They provide MOST of the money the government needs to run
What is a potential impact of government spending on economic growth?
Increased inflation which limits economic growth