Chapter 1.1
Most scholars believe that the very first people to arrive in what we call The United States came from Asia about how long ago?
20,000 years ago
What is Civics?
The study of the duties and rights of citizens.
What is the difference between a duty and responsibility?
A duty is something that you have to do whereas a responsibility is something you should do but don't have to do.
What is majority rule?
More than half the members of a community have the power to make a law
Which American sport is the oldest?
Baseball
Beginning in the 1600's people from France, the Netherlands, and England came to North America. Where did the French settle?
Canada
What is one way you can lose your citizenship?
Expatriation- Pledging allegiance to a different country
Denaturalization- Lying on your application
Committing 3 crimes- Treason, Rebellion, Overthrowing government
What is volunteerism?
Offering your time and services to others without receiving payment
What are authoritarian regimes?
Power held by a person or group not accountable to the people
Which Miami heat shooting guard was name sports illustrated sportsman of the year in 2006?
In 1807 congress passed a law stating what?
No more bringing enslaved people to the United States
What is the 3 step naturalization process?
1. Submit application
2. Citizenship exam
3. Special ceremony
What is tolerance?
Respecting and accepting others regardless of beliefs
How does representative democracy differ from direct democracy?
Representative democracy is where we choose or vote for a person to represent us. Direct democracy is where we handle it all directly.
Which U.S actor was the first to star in 8 number 1 hit movies?
Will Smith
What is the difference between blue collar and white collar workers?
Blue collar workers worked in factories and white collar workers worked in schools, offices, or stores.
What is the difference between a resident alien and a non resident alien?
Resident alien can stay as long as they want
Non resident alien stays for a short period of time
What is welfare?
health, prosperity, and happiness of all members of a community
What is public policy?
Decisions or actions a government takes to solve problems in a community
How many original shows and movies did Netflix release in 2016?
45
In the mid 1800's why were people moving from rural farm areas to big cities?
Factories needed workers and they were paying more money.
What are the 5 requirements that are to be met to undergo the Naturalization process?
-18 or older
- lawful permanent resident for 5 years
-read, write, speak english
-good moral character
-show good understanding of U.S civics
What are the 5 major duties of U.S citizens?
Obey laws
Pay taxes
Defend the Nation
Serve in court
Attend School
What is the definition of totalitarian rule?
Government controls all aspects of peoples lives.
"If you build it they will come." This is a famous line from which movie?
Field of Dreams