Rights
What is the abbreviation of your first amendment rights?
R.A.P.P.S.
What happens if you don't follow your duties?
You'll be arrested.
What are the two types of citizens?
Native born, Naturalization.
Are personal traits and thoughtful decision making the same thing?
No.
What is a public?
Goods/service provided by government via taxes.
Who gives you, your rights?
The Government.
How long (in days) can you register to vote?
22 days.
What is a citizen? (definition)
Someone w/ certain rights/duties under a government through birth or choice + allegiance to the nation.
What is volunteering?
Helping make a community/place better.
Who made federalist paper No.51?
James Madison.
What are your rights when interacting with law enforcement?
Right to remain silent, Right to refuse searches, Right to an attorney/lawyer.
What are civic responsibilities?
Jobs or actions a person must follow in order for a government to function.
What is the 14th amendment about?
Rights of citizens, which defines citizenship + protected right to freed "slaves".
Whats another term for participating in community service?
Expressing concern on welfare in a community.
What is a democracy?
A system of government where power is shared between all people.
List your first amendment rights:
Freedom of religion, Freedom of assembly, Freedom of petition, Freedom of press, Freedom of speech.
What are your duties?
obey laws, pay taxes, Service in armed forces if called, Service on jury or witness.
What are the 3 steps to the naturalization process?
Application, Examination, Final hearing.
Whats some thoughtful decision making? (3+ is fine)
Practicing decision making(personal/financial/civic), Formulating questions, Analyzing info from diff sources, Expressing opinions, Devising and implementing plans.
What is a private?
Goods/services which require payment to an individual if property is taken/something occurs.
Which amendment keeps you from self incrimination?
The 5th amendment.
List Your responsibilities:
Register + vote, Influence gov by informing officials, hold elective office, respect others rights to = voices in gov, keep informed, volunteer/serve appointed positions.
What must you do to be a naturalized citizen? (aka examination requirements)
18 years old, Legal residence for 5 years, not convicted of certain crimes, read/write/speak English, Pass a government test.
Whats some personal traits? (4+ is fine)
Trustworthy/honest, Respect for others, Self reliance, Respect for law, Patriotism, Participating in school/community, being in elections as an informed voter.
What is basically said in Federalist paper No.51?
U.S. gov needs separate branches w/ checks to balance and prevent a single group from gaining too much power = prevents people from becoming a tyrant.