Citizenship
This amendment to the U.S. Constitution defined citizenship in order to provide African American men the right to vote after the Civil War.
What is the 14th Amendment
How old must you be to qualify for the naturalization process
18 years of age
What is Step 6
Take the Oath
Generates revenue to fun the government
Taxes
How do we make request to our elected officials
Petition the Government
How long must you live in the US
At least 5yrs
What is step 4
Interview
Ensures the 6th Amendment
Serve on Jury
Our democracy only works if we do what
Vote
Define Law of Soil
Born in one of the fifty states or US Territories
True or False
You only need to know how to speak English
False: You need to be able to speak, read and write basic English
What is step 2
Fill out an application
Prevents Anarchy
Obey the Law
This is how we stay informed on what is happening with our government
Attend Civic Meetings
Define Law of Blood
Born outside of the US to at least one US Citizen
What does the qualifications say about your character
Be of " good moral character"
What is step 5
Pass Civics Test
How do 18 yr old males fulfill their duty to defend the nation
Register for the Selective Service
This is how we make contributions to improve our communities and society
By volunteering
What is the dictionary definition of Citizen
A legal member of a country
True or False:
You do not have to be a lawful permanent resident
False: You must be a legal permanent resident
What is step 3
Fingerprints and background check
What must citizens that are under the age of 16 due
Attend School
If no one does this than the Republic Fails
Run for Office