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Define Liberty
protection from a tyrannical (cruel) government
Define Egalitarianism
The goal of having an equal society
Define Individualism
The ability to climb the socio-economic ladder
Define Populism
The common man participates in society by voting
Define Laissez-Faire
The government has a hands-off approach when it comes to the economy and businesses
What is a naturalized citizen?
Someone who was born outside the United States and became a citizen through an exam now.
How many Senators are there?
100 (2 per state)
Does impeachment mean a political figure is being CHARGED with a crime, not CONVICTED?
Yes
What are unalienable rights? and list the ones mentioned in the Declaration of Independence
Rights given through birth that cannot be taken away.
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Define REPublicanism
A form of government where people in society elect others to REPresent them in the government.
Briefly describe the 10th Amendment
Federalism. states' rights VS federal government rights
What are grievances, and why were they added to the Constitution?
Complaints.
To justify why they declared independence from Great Britain
How many members of the House of Representatives are there?
435 memebers
What is the role of the Press in America?
To let the people know what is happening and to hold our representatives and government accountable.
How many senators do you need for a super majority?
67 senators (2/3)
What were the results of Miranda V Arizona?
You have to be read your rights when you are arrested
Briefly describe the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Amendment
1st Amendment - freedom of speech, religion, and the press
2nd Amendment- right to bear arms
3rd Amendment- no quartering
What is the difference between "Separation of Powers" and "Federalism"
Separation of powers- Separate powers WITHIN the 3 branches of the federal government.
Federalism- The different powers between the federal government VS the state government.
Briefly describe the 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment
4th Amendment- no unlawful search or seizures.
5th Amendment - Right to Remain Silent. double jeopardy.
6th Amendment- right to a fair and speedy trial
Briefly describe the 7th, 8th, and 9th Amendment
7th Amendment- right to trial by jury (civil cases)
8th Amendment- no cruel or unusual punishment.
9th Amendment- you have rights that are not specified in the Constitution
Give me an example of checks and balances
When the legislative branch (Congress) impeaches the executive branch (the president).
Explain the process of impeachment
begins at the House of Representatives (needs a simple majority), then moves to the Senate (needs super majority), if passed then person is removed from office.
What does "E Pluribus Unum" mean and why was it chosen as a motto?
"out of many, one" and because out of 13 colonies they formed 1 nation /country
Briefly describe articles 1-3 of the Constitution
Legislative- law-making, power of the purse, declare war
Executive- enforce laws, control the military, and foreign policy
Judicial- interpret the law
What are the nicknames for the President?
Commander in Chief
POTUS
The Chief Executive