Vocabulary
Citizenship
The status of being a legal member of a country, including the rights and responsibilities that come with it.
Composed of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate.
The Legislative Branch (Congress)
What amendment is "Freedom of Speech"
the 1st amendment
What is the Constitution?
a written plan of government
Common sense ...
ain't common
Responsibilities
Duties or obligations that citizens are expected to fulfill, like voting, obeying laws, or serving on juries.
Headed by the President, who is elected for a 4-year term and can serve a maximum of two terms.
The Executive Branch (The President):
Why Are Responsibilities Important?
Promote Civic Engagement
Strengthen Democracy
Protect Rights and Freedoms
Ensure Social Order
Encourage Accountability
Foster a Sense of Community
Contribute to National Prosperity
Support the Common Good
When was the Constitution established?
Established in 1787,
Make it a great day or not..
The choice is yours
Political Party
An organized group of people who share similar political views and seek to influence government policy by running candidates for office.
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the country, with nine justices who serve for life.
The Judicial Branch (Supreme Court and Lower Courts)
Rights of Citizens
Freedom of Speech: The right to express opinions, ideas, and beliefs without government interference or censorship.
Freedom of Religion: The right to practice any religion or no religion at all without government restriction.
Right to Assemble: The right to gather peacefully with others for protests, meetings, or social activities.
Right to Petition: The ability to petition the government to address grievances or make changes to laws and policies.
Right to Vote: The right to participate in free and fair elections to choose leaders and influence government decisions.
When was it ratified?
1788
What does Ms.Lynch say all the time?
Im Crying
Election
A process in which citizens vote to choose their leaders or decide on political issues.
Name the three(3) Branches.
Executive, Judicial, Legislative.
List Principles of the U.S. Government
Popular Sovereignty: The government’s power comes from the consent of the governed (the people).
Checks and Balances: Each branch of government has powers that can check the others to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
Federalism: A system of shared powers between the national government and the states.
Rule of Law: Everyone, including government officials, is subject to the law.
What are the main components of the Constitution?
Preamble, articles, Amendments
Who did Ms.Lynch Vote for?
Kamala Harris
Separation of Powers
A principle in government that divides authority into three branches (executive, legislative, and judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
Interprets and applies the law, ensuring laws are consistent with the Constitution.
The Judicial Branch (Supreme Court and Lower Courts)
Responsibilities of Citizens in a Democracy
Voting
Obeying the Law
Paying Taxes
Serving on juries
Protecting the Environment
Serving in the Military or National Service
Why is the Constitution important
Framework for Democracy
When you hear my bell...
Be quiet