voting
How old does a US citizen have to be to vote?
18 years old
During an election... what is a "candidate".
a person who is running for public office.
Why do citizens pay taxes?
to pay for government at the city, state and federal level, to build and repair roads, trash pick up and snow removal, etc.
How long does an immigrant have to live in the USA to become a citizen?
5 years
What does this describe: a person who is a member of a particular country
citizen
Who can vote in the United States?
all citizens including men, women, and African Americans who are atleast 18 years old
How many years is one term of office for the president?
4 years. We elect a president every 4 years.
What is jury duty?
a group of citizens who decide whether a person on trial is guilty or innocent of breaking the law
Immigrants coming from Europe in the 1800's and 1900's would arrive at ________ Island to be checked before arriving in America.
Ellis
What does this describe? A government where the people rule
democracy
What were "poll tax" and "literacy tests" used for?
to keep African Americans from voting
What are the two major parties in the US government? (hint D and R)
Democrats and Republicans
Name 2 states that border Canada
Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Who were the first people to live in america?
Native Americans or indians
What does this describe? a person who moves to a new country to live.
immigrant
In 1920 the 19th Amendment gave women what right?
the right to vote
What is the title of the person who is second in command and helps the president?
Vice President
Why should citizens obey the laws?
to protect the rights and safety of everyone
A person can receive a ________ card for living and working in the U.S before becoming a citizen.
Green
What does this describe? More than half of the people
majority
In what month is election day?
November
What are the requirements to become president?
You must be at least 35 years and a citizen of the United States.
At least 2 states that border Mexico
California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas
What is it called when the government can make young men enter the army in a time of war?
Draft or Selective Service
what does this describe? Money you have to pay to the government.
taxes