Three Branches of Government
What brach of government makes law?
Legislative
What is a Monarchy?
Rule of one. Traditionally a king or emperor, but in modern times this usually describes a dictator.
List the "Unalienable Rights"
Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness
How were deputies to the Constitutional Convention chosen?
They were appointed by the legislatures of the different States.
Is anyone born in the United States is a citizen?
Yes
Which branch of government carries out laws?
Executive
What is a Oligarchy?
Rule of the few. Traditionally, this described a group of aristocrats, men of noble blood, but it just as easily describes a group of warlords or a military junta.
what are rights people are born with
natural rights
Which State did not send deputies to the Constitutional Convention?
Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
What is the process called of becoming a U.S. citizen?
For someone who is not a U.S. citizen by birth, the process of becoming a citizen is called naturalization.
Which branch evaluates laws?
Judicial
What is a Theocracy?
Technically, rule by God. In practice, since God rarely shows up to manage the day-to-day affairs of government, this involves rule by a religious leader or group of religious officials who interpret God's will. The country of Iran has many aspects of a theocratic state.
why is the declaration of independence important?
The Declaration of Independence has no legal standing today but is important as a foundational document that has helped create the American identity and mythology of a nation based on equality.
How many members of the Constitutional Convention had been members of the Continental Congress?
Forty, and two others were later members.
what is a citizen?
A citizen is a person who is recognized as legal member of a country.
who is Executive branch?
The President, Vice President and the Cabinet. It carries out laws made by the legislature branch.
What is Totalitarianism?
Rule by an elite that exercises unlimited power over individuals in all aspects of life.
According to the Declaration, what have the colonists already done to try to improve their relationship with Great Britain?
The colonists stated that they have warned the British of their unwarrantable jurisdiction over them, they have reminded the British of their circumstances of their emigration, and appealed to their native justice.
How long did it take to frame the Constitution?
It was drafted in fewer than one hundred working days.
Are People who are born in the United States are automatically considered citizens of the country?
Yes
who is judicial branch?
Supreme Court (9 judges). It interprets the laws and settles disputes. They need to make sure the laws support the constitution
Why are there different governments?
Most societies agree that the existence of government is morally justified. What they disagree about is the purpose of government and its scope. As a result, societies create different government structures based on their political ideology of what a government should do.
List the four parts of the Declaration.
The Preamble,A declaration of rights, A Bill of Indictment, a statement of rights
What was the average age of the deputies to the Constitutional Convention?
about 44
What are the requirements to become a citizen?
Be at least 18 years of age,Have resided in the United States as a lawful permanent resident for at least five years ,Be a person of good moral character,Be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language,Have knowledge of U.S. government and history, Be willing and able to take the Oath of Allegiance