Duties and Responsibilities
What is one responsibility of US Citizens?
Voting
What document outlines the framework of the U.S. government?
the Constitution
How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
10
What are the two major political parties in the United States?
Democrats and Republicans
What is a democracy?
a system of government in which power is vested in the people
Name a duty that citizens must fulfill according to U.S. law
Paying Taxes
What is the main purpose of the Preamble of the Constitution?
to introduce the Constitution and outline its purposes
How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
The first amendment
What is the primary role of political parties in the U.S.?
to organize elections and influence government policy
Define a republic
a form of government in which representatives are elected by the citizenry
What is the difference between a duty and a responsibility?
a duty is required by law, while a responsibility is a voluntary action
Which amendment abolished slavery?
the 13th Amendment
What does the 4th Amendment protect against?
unreasonable searches and seizures
Describe the function of a political party platform.
to outline the party's beliefs and policy goals
What distinguishes a monarchy from other forms of government?
a monarchy is ruled by a king or queen, often hereditary
How can citizens participate in civic society beyond voting?
by attending town hall meetings
What are the three branches of government established by the Constitution?
the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial?
the 6th Amendment
How do third parties impact U.S. elections?
they can influence the outcome by drawing votes away from major parties
Name a characteristic of a totalitarian government.
it maintains strict control over many aspects of life, including political and social
Explain the importance of civic engagement in a democracy
it helps ensure that government acts in the interest of the people
Explain the concept of checks and balances
a system that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful
How has the Bill of Rights evolved over time?
through interpretations by the Supreme Court and amendments
Explain the concept of a party system.
a system where multiple political parties compete for power
Compare and contrast direct democracy and representative democracy
direct democracy involves citizens voting on laws and policies directly, while representative democracy involves elected officials making those decisions