EOC Review

The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (CG.1.8)

100

These three powerful words at the beginning of the Preamble show that government power comes from the people.

"We the People"

200

This goal of the Preamble means keeping peace and order within the country.

ensure domestic tranquility

300

The phrase “form a more perfect union” means the government was created to do this.

unite the states or make the country stronger together

400

This goal of the Preamble means protecting the freedoms of Americans now and in the future.

secure the blessings of liberty

500

This goal of the Preamble means making sure laws are fair and justice is applied equally.

establish justice

Citizenship (CG.2.1)

100

This process allows people born in other countries to become U.S. citizens.

naturalization

200

This term means a person is a legal member of a country and has rights and responsibilities.

citizen

300

Before becoming a naturalized citizen, a person usually must be this type of legal resident.

permanent resident (or green card holder)

400

This amendment defines citizenship and says that all people born or naturalized in the U.S. are citizens.

14th Amendment

500

One of the requirements for naturalization is passing this test about U.S. history and government.

civics test

Obligations and Responsibilities (CG.2.2)

100

This is something citizens must do by law, like paying taxes or obeying rules.

an obligation (or duty)

200

This is something citizens should do to help their community, like voting or helping others.

responsibility

300

This civic duty helps make sure trials are fair. You may be asked to sit in court and decide a case.

jury duty

400

This action helps choose leaders like the president, mayor, or school board members.

voting

500

This big idea means doing what’s best for everyone, not just yourself.

common good

Rights in the Bill of Rights and Other Amendments (CG.2.3)

100

This amendment protects your right to say what you think, follow any religion, publish news, gather peacefully, and ask the government to make changes.

1st Amendment

200

This amendment says police must have a warrant or good reason to search your home or belongings.

4th Amendment

300

This amendment ended slavery in the United States.

13th Amendment

400

This amendment gave women the right to vote.

19th Amendment

500

This amendment protects people from cruel or unusual punishment.

8th Amendment