Classic Vocabulary
Consent as in "Consent of the Govern"
What is to give Permission
This amendment defines Citizenship
14th
Everyone must obey the Law
Rule of Law
The inability to satisfy all needs ..we can't always get what we want
scarcity
People with higher levels of skills and education generally----
Earn higher incomes
What is given up when a choice is made
What is opportunity Cost
Two ways to become a citizen...
Birth and Naturalization
Guaranteed th same rights to Englishmen as the Colonies
Charters of the Va. Co. of London
Because of scarcity ...we must make
choices
What is the only court in Va. with a jury ?
Circuit Court
Scarcity
Lack of resources, you can't always get what you want.
What are the BASIC requirements to become a naturalized citizen.
Read and write Basic English
Pass Basic U.S. History/Civics (Government)
Be a least 18 in Good Moral Charater
Document listed grievances against the King of England. Made Colonies Independent.
Declaration of Independence..
Rivalry between producers and sellers or service the results are better good and services..
competition
What political Party does Abigail Spanberger belong to?
Democratic Party
Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness
inalienable rights
What are the difference between a duty and a responsibility ? Give an example of each
Duty-you must do
Responsibility-you should do
D-Pay taxes
R-Vote
First form of National Government for the new states.
Articles of Confederation
In this type of economy the government makes all decisions there is no consumer choice...
Example: North Korea
Command Economy
How many votes does it take to win the Electoral College and become President of the US
270
The Division of power between the State and Federal government.
Federalism
What are three of the four duties one must fullfill as a citizen of the US
Obey Laws
Pay Taxes
Serve in the military if called
Serve in court if called (draft)
Why did the Articles of Confederation fail.-2 reasons
Weak Central Government
No Power to tax
Could not enforce laws
What are the 4 courts in Va. (in order)
JDR- /General District Court
Va. Circuit Court
Va. Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
What type of economy does the Untied States of America have?
A Mixed Economy