Unit 1
a system of government in which state power is vested in the people or the general population of a state.
hint (Greek work)
Democracy
the amount of votes in the House and Senate needed to override the President's vetoed bill, introduce law, or complete any congressional action.
Two-Thirds Majority
difference, variety; a condition of having many different types of forms
Diversity
a person who leaves their own country in order to settle permanently in another.
Emigrant
What is 2^2
4.
1620 - The first agreement for self-government in America. It was signed by the 41 men
Mayflower Compact
a legal principle that requires authorities to show reasons why a person should be held in custody and to provide a speedy trial
Habeas Corpus
A choice that government makes in response to a political issue. A policy is a course of action taken with regard to some problem.
Public Policy
Citizens cannot be denied the right to vote because of race, color , or precious condition of servitude
15th Amendment
Who was the first president of the US who didn't want to be president at all?
George Washington
A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power
Checks and Balances
the legislature of the United States government. Also known as the Legislative Branch, consisting of the House and the Senate
Congress
a legislative act is referred for final approval to a popular vote by the electorate
Referendum
What is a Natural Citizen?
(give me all 3)
A person who is born as a U.S citizen.
1. Born in America
2. Born in an American territory / army base
3. Born to American parents
Who is the first rapper to win a Pulitzer Prize?
Kendrick Lamar
Agreement during the Constitutional Convention that Congress should be composed of a Senate, in which States would be represented equally, and a House, in which representation would be based on a State's population.
Conneticut Compromise
The process of reallocating seats in the House of Representatives every 10 years on the basis of the results of the census. (Population of the State)
Reapportionment
Process of redrawing legislative boundaries for the purpose of benefiting the party in power.
Gerrymandering
1857. Determined that people of African descent, imported into the United States and held as slaves, or their descendents, wether or not they were slaves, could never be citizens of the United States. Also, that the United States Congress had no authority to prohibit slavery in federal territories, slaves could not bring a case to court, and that slaves could not be taken from their owners without due process. Superseded by 13th and 14th Amendments.
Dred Scott vs Sanford
Recite the Berkeley High-school Alma Mater
Here's to thee our Alma Mater dear ol Berkeley High, ever shall we cling together as the years go by. Ever loyal to her standards that we hold so high. Here's to the our Alma Mater, dear ol Berkeley High.
(if you got this wrong. shame on you.)
the royal charter of political rights given to rebellious English barons by King John in 1215
Magna Carta
a meeting of political party members to conduct party business
(I genuinely didn't know this)
Cauces
channels that connect individuals with government, including elections, political parties, interest groups, and the media
Linkage Institution
What are some Civic Responsibilities
(4 required)
Support and defend the Constitution.
Stay informed of the issues affecting your community.
Participate in the democratic process.
Respect and obey federal, state, and local laws.
Respect the rights, beliefs, and opinions of others.
Participate in your local community.
Pay income and other taxes honestly, and on time, to federal, state, and local authorities.
Serve on a jury when called upon.
Defend the country if the need should arise.
Name all three Spider-Man actors and what is the name of the character that they play in the movies.
(Extra Points if you can name each movie YES THIS HAS TO BE SPECIFIC.)
Toby Maguire, Andrew Garfield, Tom Holland. They all play Peter Parker.
TM (Spider-Man 1, Spider Man 2, Spider-Man 3.)
AG (The Amazing Spider-Man, The Amazing Spider-Man 2)
TH (Spider-Man: Homecoming, Spider-man: Far From Home, Spider-Man: No Way Home)