What is a natural-born citizen?
Being a citizen at birth through Law of Blood or Law of Soil
Who must follow the law according to the rule of law?
Everyone - no matter your background
Is participating in government a obligation or responsibility?
Responsibilitiy
If my parents are Mexican citizens and come to vacation in Orlando and give birth to me at Disney, how am I considered a US Citizen?
Law of soil?
This principle ensures that all people, including government officials, are subject to the same laws.
What is the rule of law?
The term for actions required by law that all citizens must follow.
What is an obligation?
Sandy was born in Australia. Her mom is not an American citizen. Her dad was born in New York. Is she a citizen & if so, how?
Yes because the law of blood?
What does Rule of Law guarantee to everyone?
Equality in our law
The act of choosing leaders and policies in elections is this responsibility.
What is voting?
The process by which immigrants become U.S. citizens can be summarized as this
What is naturalization?
If you are accountable for the law, what does this mean?
You are responsible for your actions
This obligation involves participating in the judicial system when summoned.
What is serving on a jury?
The process of officially becoming a U.S. citizen includes this final act of pledging loyalty.
What is the Oath of Allegiance?
This concept guarantees that legal processes are fair and that individuals have a right to a fair trial.
What is due process?
This duty requires men aged 18 to register for military service.
What is registering for Selective Service?