Citizenship 1
This word means a legal member of a country that owes their loyalty to the country and is protected by that government.
Citizen
This type of citizenship is when a person is automatically a citizen because they were born in the United States, Washington, D.C., or any other territory of the U.S.
Law of Soil
What word means a written plan of government or a rule book for the government?
a constitution
This phrase means actions or beliefs that benefit the community rather than individuals
The Common Good or The Public Good
A civic responsibility is defined as something that a citizen ___________ do
SHOULD
This amendment to the U.S. Constitution defines a citizen as any person born or naturalized in the United States or any of its territories
the 14th Amendment
This type of citizenship is determined if one or both of your biological parents are United States citizens
Law of Blood
What word means a change to a constitution?
An amendment
This obligation that citizens and immigrants must fulfill keeps people, communities, and property safe and prevents chaos.
Obey Laws
This civic responsibility is when citizens volunteer to help people in the community
Community Service
What is the the legal process of becoming a citizen called?
naturalization
What do you call a person who moves to a country in order to stay there permanently.
immigrant
This word means a formal request.
Americans have the right to request answers from their government or request a change in government policy with out fear.
Petition
petitioning the government
Which civic obligation is payments of money to the government so that it can operate and make roads, build schools, pay for sewer and sanitation services, fund the military, and many other services?
Paying taxes
This civic responsibility is when the people request answers or change from the government without fear of punishment from the government
Petitioning the Government
What is the type of citizenship that you are born with?
natural born citizenship or birthright citizenship
Which clause of the 14th Amendment states that the government cannot take away a person's life, liberty, or property without following the rules and fair treatment of people accused of crimes?
The Due Process Clause
This word means legal authority or power.
Jurisdiction
This civic obligation requires men ages 18-25 to register their names with the government in case it needs to draft soldiers for the military
Selective Service
When citizens fulfill this responsibility, they have a chance to stay informed on local issues, meet with leaders, ask questions, and have a voice in their community
Attend civic meetings
Name 3 requirements to become a naturalized citizen of the United States.
1. Be a legal resident for 5 years
2. 18 Years of Age
3. Complete an application
4. Good Moral Character
5. Pass a civics/U.S. History Test
6. Speak, read, and write basic English
7. Swear loyalty to the United States
Which clause of the 14th Amendment states that ALL citizens are guaranteed equal protection under the law?
The Equal Protection Clause
This word means to formally approve.
ratify
What important right of U.S. citizens and immigrants is protected when citizens serve on JURY DUTY?
Right to trial by jury
This civic responsibility results in equal representation of all groups of people in the government and citizens being given a voice in government
Voting