Citizenship and the 14th Amendment
What does the 14th Amendment say about citizenship?
Anyone born in the U.S. or naturalized is a citizen
What does it mean to obey the law?
Following the rules made by the government
What is civic participation?
Taking part in government or the community
What are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Right
Which amendment banned slavery and helped lead to more rights for African Americans?
The 13th Amendment
What does “naturalized” mean?
Becoming a citizen after being born in another country
What do citizens help pay for when they pay taxes?
Schools, roads, police, and other services
Name one way colonists participated in government.
Going to town meetings or protesting unfair laws
Which amendment gives you the right to say what you believe?
The First Amendment
Which amendment gave citizenship and equal protection under the law?
The 14th Amendment
If someone is born in Florida, are they a U.S. citizen?
Yes, because they were born in the United States
What is it called when you are chosen to decide a court case?
Serving on a jury
What did women do to participate in the fight for rights before 1900?
They gave speeches, wrote newspapers, and held rallies
What does the Fourth Amendment protect you from?
Unfair searches of your home or things
Which amendment gave African American men the right to vote?
The 15th Amendment
What two ways can someone become a U.S. citizen?
By birth or through naturalization
Who must register with the Selective Service when they turn 18?
All male U.S. citizens
After the Civil War, how did African Americans begin participating in politics?
Voting, running for office, and joining political meetings
Why is the Sixth Amendment important if someone is on trial?
It gives the right to a fair and speedy trial
How did the 15th Amendment help expand civic participation?
It allowed more people to vote and join the government
Why is the 14th Amendment important for citizenship?
It protects people’s rights and makes sure they are treated equally
Why are legal obligations important in a community?
They help keep people safe and society fair
How is civic participation different today than during the Colonial period?
More people can vote and speak up for their rights today
How does the Bill of Rights affect government?
It limits what the government can do and protects people’s rights
Why are voting rights important in a democracy?
They give people a voice in their government