Rule of Law
What is the Rule of law?
Nobody is above the law
What is Hammurabi's Code?
The first set of written laws
What is the Selective Service?
Males over 18 must register for the military draft
How do you become a US citizen if you weren't one already?
Naturalization Process
Katelyn is the Mayor of Whoville, she accepts $100,000 to move police presence away from a specific area for a period of time. What is this called?
Bribery
Who invented the Rule of Law?
Aristotle
Yes
Why do you come to school?
To educate yourself that way you make proper and educated decisions when you're older
Which amendment declared that all persons born in the US will be granted citizenship?
14th Amendment
What is civic duty?
Activities performed to maintain a healthy society
Why is the Magna Carta important?
Limits the power of the King
Why should we stay informed on current events?
So we can make the best decision for political office possible
Why is it important to obey the law?
To have a more free and safe society
What is Due Process?
Fair legal procedings
In order to hold a public office in the US, you must be?
A US citizen
What are 2 ways that goverment officials can undermine the Rule of Law?
Corruption
Bribery
Favors
Why is doing community service a good idea?
To support and provide for the people around you
Give 3 reasons why we pay taxes
What are the 3 ways to become a US citizen?
Parents are citizens
You are born here
Ccomplete the Naturalization Process
Why is the Mayflower Compact important?
Which President was impeached and resigned due to the Watergate scandal?
Nixon
Why should you vote?
To elect a represenative to represent your beliefs in government
What is Jury Duty?
Going to court and deliberating on a case to determine the innocence or guilt of a person depending on the facts of the case
What was the name of the slave that sued for his freedom and lost?
Dredd Scott
What is the seperation between National, State, and Local government called?
Federalism