Foundation
What is the rule of law?
must follow the law.
To become a citizen through naturalization, a person must: type at least two answers remember at least two answers
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be a legal resident of the U. S. for 3-5 or more years
• Be of good moral character and be loyal to the United States
• Be able to read, write, and speak basic English
• Pass a naturalization test
• Take the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony
What are some functions of the political parties
• Recruiting and nominating candidates
• Educating the people about campaign issues
• Helping candidates win elections
• Monitoring actions of officeholders
What does legislative branch do
• Makes the laws of the nation
• Approves the annual budget
• Confirms presidential appointments
• Raises revenue through taxes and other levies
• Regulates interstate and foreign trade
• Declares war
what is one thing that you do not like in civics and Economics
either how long and boring or how slow time goes bye
The Representative of the government is what?
the people elect public officeholders
What are the Duties of a citizen
Obey laws, including
– Paying taxes
– Serving in the armed forces, if called
– Serving on a jury or as a witness in court, when summoned
Similarities between the parties
• Organize to win elections
• Influence public policies
• Reflect both liberal and conservative views on the political spectrum
• Define themselves in a way that wins majority support by appealing to the center of the political spectrum
What are the legislative powers
• Expressed: Specifically listed in the Constitution of the United States
• Implied: Used to carry out expressed powers
what's in A Civil case
• In a civil case, a court settles a disagreement between two parties to recover damages or receive compensation.
What is the consent of the governed?
Gives citizens authority protection of their rights.
Responsibilities of citizens are?
• Register and vote
• Hold elective office
• Communicate with government officials to influence government actions
• Serve in voluntary, appointed government positions
• Participate in political campaigns
• Keep informed regarding current issues
• Respect other's right to an equal voice in the government
what are some mass media roles in elections
• Identifying candidates
• Emphasizing selected issues
• Writing editorials, creating political cartoons, publishing op-ed pieces, posting to social media and blogs
• Broadcasting different points of view
Give two answer that goes to The lawmaking process in Congress
• Introducing a bill in either house
• Working in committees
• Debating the bill on the floor
• Voting on the bill
what do you think goes on in a victims mind
fear and pain
What is democracy in a government?
In a democratic system of government, The people rule.
Personal traits of good citizens
Trustworthiness and honesty
• Courtesy and respect for the rights of others
• Responsibility, accountability, and self reliance
• Respect for the law
• Patriotism
• Participation in the school and/or local community
• Participation in elections as an informed voter
Reasons why citizens fail to vote
• Lack of interest (in candidates or issues)
• Failure to register
• Belief that vote does not count or will have no impact
• No time or too busy
The judicial branch does what?
• Consists of the federal courts, including the Supreme Court, the highest court in the land
• The Supreme Court exercises the power of judicial review.
• The federal courts try cases involving federal law and questions involving interpretation of the Constitution of the United States.
Criminal cases are what?
• In a criminal case, a court determines whether a person accused of breaking the law is guilty or not guilty of a misdemeanor or a felony.
what is the limited government?
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do.
what are the ways for citizens to participate in community service
Express concern about the welfare of the community as a whole (e.g., as related to environment, public health and safety, education).
• Volunteer and help to make the community a good place to work and live (e.g., by becoming involved with public service organizations, tutoring, volunteering in nursing homes).
Students can participate in the democratic process by:
• participating in campaigns
• participating in classroom and online simulation
The executive branch, give 3 answers that goes with this branch
• Headed by the president of the United States, the chief executive officer of the nation
• Executes the laws of the land
• Prepares the annual budget for congressional action
• Appoints cabinet officers, ambassadors, and federal judges
• Oversees executive agencies and departments
Terms to Know
• jurisdiction: Authority to hear a case
• original jurisdiction: Authority to hear a case first
• appellate jurisdiction: Authority to review a decision of a lower court
• felony: A serious crime
• misdemeanor: A smaller or less serious offense