branches
what does the judicial branch do?
Review laws, explains laws, resolve disputes, and decides if a law goes against the Constitution.
what is the oath called?
the oath of Allegiance
what are the first three words in the preamble?
we the people
who wrote the declaration of independence?
Thomas Jefferson
name all the civic duties?
following the laws, serve on jury if summoned, serve in armed forces if called, pay taxes
what are the two ways to become a united states citizen?
born or naturalized
what does "we the people" mean
consent of the governed
hwo old do you have to be to vote
18
what does the legislative branch do?
Make the laws of the nation, Approves the annual budget, Confirms presidential appointments, Raises revenue through taxes and other levies, Regulates interstate and foreign trade, Declares war
you must be able to what?
read, write, and speak English
how many amendments have been added
27
how many electoral votes does the president need to win?
270
what are your civic responsibilities?
vote, stay updated, volunteer for your community
how long must you live in the united states to become a citizen?
3-5 years
what are the purposes of the united states government listed in the preamble?
to form a more perfect union
to establish justice
to ensure domestic tranquility
to provide for the common defense
to promote the general welfare
to secure the blessings of liberty
what is separation of power?
The powers of the national government are separated among three branches of the government in way that limit any one branch from abusing its power.
what does the executive branch do?
enforces the laws
what test must you pass to become a citizen?
the naturalization test
why didn't the articles of confederation work?
it gave all the power to the state government and gave it no power to tax
what are the five things that the first amendment protects?
expression, speech, assembly, petition, press