Citizenship/Obligations and Responsibilities
What are the two types of citizens in this country
Natural born and Naturalized
Principle that tells us we are born with inalienable rights, such as the right to life, liberty, and property
Natural Rights
Which principles of Ancient Rome influenced America's constitutional Republic?
Civic participation, Representative government, Rule of law, accountability through Republicanism, Powers separated
Which concept did Montesquieu believe in? Define it
Separation of powers
Rule of law principle that states citizens and leaders are bound by the law and have a responsibility to follow all laws
Accountability to the law
State the requirements to become a naturalized citizen
1. Be at least 18
2. be a permanent resident for at least 5 years
3. have good moral character
4. read, speak, write English
5. Pass a citizenship test
Principle that keeps us safe from arbitrary actions (decisions made without a clear or fair reason) by our government.
Rule of Law
Which principles of Ancient Greece influenced America's constitutional Republic?
Polis, Civic participation, Legislative bodies, Voting rights, written constitution
Which concepts did John Locke believe in? Define them
Natural law, natural rights, social contract
Rule of law principle that protects us from arbitrary government actions and tyranny
Decisions based on the law
State the four responsibilities of a citizen
Voting, petitioning the government, attending civic meetings, running for office
Principle that states a person is entitled to a fair and public trial or some other public hearing before their life, liberty or property can be taken away.
Due Process
Which principles of Judeo-Christian Tradition influenced America's constitutional Republic?
Ethical ideas of justice, personal responsibility, individual worth, rule of law
Influences of the Magna Carta
Due process
Right to justice
Right to fair trial
Limited government (monarchy)
How does rule of law protect citizens from the government?
It holds the government accountable
State the five obligations of a citizen
Pay taxes, obey the law, jury duty, defend the nation (selective service), attend school
Principle that states we are all equal as human beings.
Equality of Mankind
What is the main purpose of a written constitution is to
Describe the relationship between citizens and their government
Influences of Mayflower compact
self-government
consent of the governed
Rule of law principle that states the procedures used to decide whether an accused person has violated the law, or settling a dispute should be fair and impartial.
Fair Procedures
Which amendment addresses citizenship?
14th amendment
Principle that states everyone is free to practice their own religious beliefs without fear of discrimination or persecution.
Religious Liberty
In Ancient Athens, all adult males citizens were able to vote in the Assembly, the legislative body that decided on important issues facing the polis. What did this practice illustrate?
Rise of democratic principles
Influences of English bill of rights
No taxation without representation
guaranteed right to life, liberty, property
right to a speedy and fair trial
no excessive punishments
Which principle is reflected in this scenario:
A zoning board decides to put a casino and night club two blocks from a school after a group of rich investors convince them to allow it without a public hearing
Transparency of institutions