Civics 1
What was the intention of the Preamble to the Constitution?
The Preamble is an introduction to the constitution, establishing the goals and purpose of the government
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "Provide for the common defense"
The government should provide protection for the citizens against any other country or group.
What is the outcome/significance of the landmark supreme court case Brown v Board of Education
State Segregation no longer allowed. "Segregation is inherently unequal"
Which Political Party believes in these ideas?
1. Government should provide more social services to take care of citizens 2. The Rich should pay more in taxes to help pay for services to help people3. Government should be more involved in how businesses run things 4. Strong belief in Equal rights for All Citizens
Democratic Party
Give me an example of a Communist Country
China, The Soviet Union, Vietnam, North Korea
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "We the people.."
The Government depends on the people for its power and exist to serve them.
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "promote the general welfare..."
the government should work to make things better for everyone in the US
What is the outcome/significance of the landmark supreme court caseIn Re Gault
EXTENDED equal protection rights to juveniles
Which Political Party believes in these ideas?
Government should let citizens run their own lives with little interference.*Government should lower the taxes for citizens as much as possible.*Government should allow businesses to operate with little government interference.*Believes in traditional social values
Republican
Give me an example of a Socialist Country
Canada, The European Countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden)
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "in order to form a more perfect union..."
The Government should be a better union of states than the one created under the articles of confederation.
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity..."
The Government should protect freedoms now and for future generations
What is the outcome/significance of the landmark supreme court case US v Nixon
NO ONE IS ABOVE THE RULE OF LAW, NOT EVEN THE PRESIDENT
Is the United States Capitalist, Communist, or Socialist?
Capitalist
What is a Political Party?
A political party is a group of citizens or voters with similar views on public issues who 1) work together to put their ideas into action in the government, and 2) work together to elect candidates.
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "Establish Justice..."
The Government should protect the freedoms of the people and keep things fair and honest
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "do ordain and establish this constitution..."
The Constitution is officially the governing document for the United States of America
What is the outcome/significance of the landmark supreme court case PLESSY V FERGUSON
ALLOWED SEGREGATION (SEPARATION) OF THE RACES "SEPERATE BUT EQUAL"
What do Communist believe?
*Government should provide free healthcare to everyone. *Businesses should not keep their profits *Substantially increase taxes on the wealthy
Which Amendment outlawed Slavery?
Amendment 13
What does this statement mean in the preamble? "ensure domestic tranquility"
The Government should Protect citizens from conflict in the country and make sure there is PEACE AT HOME.
What is the outcome/significance of Marbury v Madison
Established Judicial Review for the Supreme Court
What is the outcome/significance of the landmark supreme court case MIRANDA V ARIZONA
THE CASE ESTABLISHED "MIRANDA RIGHTS" PEOPLE ACCUSED OF CRIMES ARE PROTECTED FROM SELF INCRIMINATION
What do Socialist Believe?
*Eliminate all private ownership of banks, insurance companies, etc. (should be owned by all)
* U.S. Military should be cut drastically and we should stop aiding other countries drastically.
*Strong belief in equality of citizens. Believes capitalism is the cause for most discrimination.
Which Amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th Amendment