Vocabulary
Constitution
The Supreme Law of the Land.
The written copy of the rules and regulations of the Federal Government
Which branch of government is the president
executive branch
R-Religion
A-Assembly
P-Petition
P-Press
S-Speech
What is the most BASIC civic responsibility?
Rights that cannot be taken away or denied
Life Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness
Who makes up the Judicial Branch?
The Supreme Court
4th Amendment
No unreasonable searches and seizures
What are the two paths to citizenship?
Naturalization & Birthright
Segregation
To separate people based on skin color, religion, gender, etc.
What two bodies make up the legislative branch?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
5th Amendment (2 parts)
-Self incrimination- Right to remain silent
-Eminent Domain- Government may take your land for just compensation
What are two civic responsibilities?
Pay Taxes
Obey/Follow laws
Attend Jury Duty
Consent of the Governed
The government's legitimacy comes only from the approval of the people. (the governed)
What is one way that the Executive Branch can "check and balance" the Legislative Branch
Veto Power
14th Amendment (FULL)
Gave citizenship to former slaves and provided them equal protection under the law.
Roger attends an international school in Japan, His dad is stationed there with the US Army, and his mom is Japanese born. Rogers dad is a US citizen.
Roger was born in Japan, is he a US citizen?
No, both parents need to be US citizens
Limited Government
Federal power is limited to those stated in the constitution
What is one way the Legislative Branch can "check and balance" the Executive Branch
-Impeachment
-Override Vetoes
9th Amendment
Rights not listed are reserved to the people
What are 4 requirements of the naturalization process?
18 years old
5 Years as permanent resident
Basic understanding of history and government
Speak write and understand English
Good moral character
Pledge allegiance