Vocab
To change
An outcome
Verdict
The idea that both citizens and government leaders must obey the same laws
Rule of Law
What is the second step of the problem-solving discourse?
Identify potential causes for the problem
The right to vote, have a trial by jury, and freedom of speech are ________.
civil rights
The leader of a state government
governor
Working to create laws and rules that benefit everyone
Money that citizens pay to the government
taxes
What is not a community issue?
A. water quality
B. transportation
C. federal elections
C. federal elections
A formal process that allows people to express their opinions and choose elected leaders
voting
The branch of government made up of judges and courts
Judicial Branch
A group of 6 to 12 people chosen to help decide a court case
jury
What does having three branches of government provide?
A. checks and balances
B. separation of powers
C. political party affiliation
D. constitutional amendments
A. checks and balances
B. separation of powers
_____________ should be respectful of other people's opinions.
A. Voting
B. Civil Discourse
C. Jury
B. Civil Discourse
The Declaration of Independence says that everyone has the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. What are these rights called?
Unalienable Rights
An introduction to a document that explains the document’s purpose
preamble
Rights that ensure that all citizens are able to participate in the process of government
civil rights
What branch of government has the House of Representatives and the Senate?
Legislative Branch
Citizens can work with their local, state, and ________ ___ to solve problems.
federal leaders
What rights can serve on a jury, join a political party, or attending protests?
political rights
Rights that ensure that all citizens are able to participate in the process of government
Political Rights
Financial choices and privileges that individual may select without government interference
Economic Rights
Describe the purpose of government.
Possible answers:
providing safety and security; maintaining justice and order; helping people meet their wants and needs; protecting people’s rights; etc.
Amelia is concerned about the water in her area. There is a sewage leak that is getting into the water supply. What is the next step of community problem solving Amelia should do?
Reach out to experts for possible solutions
To discuss ideas and make a decision
deliberate