Citizenship
A community is ...
a place where people live, work, and play.
What is the name of the President of the United States now?
Joe Biden
In what month do we vote for President?
November
Which word means that citizens participate in government decisions?
A. Serve
B. Common good
C. Democratic process
D. informed
C. democratic process
Anyone born in the United States automatically receives...
their inalienable rights (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness).
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
18 and older
Who is the governor of your state?
Bill Lee
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
The Bill of Rights.
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
Why do we have rules and laws?
To keep us safe
Citizens choose their leaders by...
voting in an election.
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Checks and balances.
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Said the United States is free.
Which of the following are important for citizens in a democratic country? (Pick three)
A. making as much money as I possibly can
B. voting in all elections
C. Volunteering in my community
D. Refusing to obey the speed limit laws
E. Staying informed about political issues
F. Making sure to throw trash on the side of the road so the prisoners will have something to do
B. Voting in all elections
C. Volunteering in my community
E. Staying informed about political issues
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is a responsibility of United States citizens?
answers will vary
What is the "rule of law"?
Everyone must follow the law.
If Johnny wants to be a good citizen in his community, which of the following should he do?
A. Ride his scooter to school each day
B. Sign up to play baseball at the rec. dept.
C. Push his little sister into the street when the bus is coming
D. Help deliver groceries to his old neighbors
D. Help deliver groceries to his old neighbors
working towards a common good, voting, volunteering, and attending civic meetings are examples of what?
the responsibilities of citizens
Which word means it benefits ALL people?
A. Serve
B. Common good
C. democratic process
D. informed
B. Common good
What is one of the Amendments in the Constitution (Bill of Rights)?
Freedom of Speech, Religion, and Press
Right to Bear Arms
No Forced Housing of Soliders
Protection Against Unfair Searches
Right to Fair Treatment in Court
Right to a speedy trial
Right to a Jury Trial
No Cruel Punishments
More Rights for people
Powers for States and People
(Because) they have more people.
What are two ways a person could be a good citizen in their community?
answers may vary
What two groups make up Congress in the Legislative Branch?
House of Representatives
Senate
Which two things should all people respect in order to be a good citizen?
A. Other people and other people's property
B. Other people and school
C. mom and dad
A. Other people and other people's property