Duties/Obligations
Allows our country to build a military fast in a time of need
Selective Service
A system of government where the central government has all the power
Unitary
Type of economy where the government has no control
Free Market Economy
What are the requirements to run for president?
35, 14 years living in the country, natural born
How do citizens influence the government?
Voting
Allows us to be tried by our peers and hopefully get rid of corruption in the court system
Jury Duty
System of government where the states have all the power
Confederal
Type of economy where the government has total control
Command/Control Economy
What are the requirements to be a Senator?
30 years old, 9 years a citizen, live in the state they represent
How does the media influence the government?
Watchdog
Gives citizens the power to elect representatives
Voting
System of government where power is shared between the central and state governments
Federal
Type of economy where the government has some control and private businesses have some control.
Mixed Economy
What are the requirements to be in the House of Reps?
25 years old, 7 years a citizen, live in the state they represent
What two countries influenced America's democracy?
Rome and Greece
Which civic obligation is missing?
Pay Taxes
Selective Service
Jury Duty
Obey Laws
Form of government that is ruled by religion
Theocracy
Communism and socialism are associated with which economic system?
Command/Control Economy
Amy is 31 years old. She's been a citizen for 8 years and lives in Florida. What public office position(s) can she run for?
House of Reps
Laws and actions made by the government to protect and support citizens is called what?
Public policy
Writing, emailing, or calling your federal, state, or local representatives to voice concerns and request action
Petition the Government
Form of government where a few small wealthy people rule
Oligarchy
What type of economy is the United States?
Mixed economy with a focus on capitalism
Charles is 35 years old. His parents were both born in America, but he was born in Japan. He has now lived in the U.S for 15 years. What public office position(s) can he run for?
All 3
What are the two ways that Interest Groups influence the government?
Lobbying and PAC's