1st Amendment
What are the five freedoms protected?
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
What is rationing?
A government-imposed limitation on the amount of goods individuals can purchase, often during wartime.
What is one responsibility of citizens?
Voting in elections.
What does the 14th Amendment state about citizenship?
It grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the U.S. and ensures equal protection under the law.
What is the public good?
Resources or services that benefit all members of society.
What is a limitation on speech according to Schenck v. U.S.?
Speech that presents a "clear and present danger" can be limited.
What was the USA PATRIOT Act's main purpose?
To expand government powers to prevent terrorism and enhance national security.
Why is voting important in a democracy?
It allows citizens to choose their representatives and influence government policies.
What impact did the 15th Amendment have?
It prohibited denying the right to vote based on race, granting African American men the right to vote.
Give an example of a service provided by local government.
Public safety services, such as police and fire departments.
Define "clear and present danger."
A standard to determine when speech can be limited based on its potential to incite harm or illegal action.
Explain the significance of the Priorities and Allocation Act of 1940.
It allowed the government to prioritize resources for the war effort by limiting civilian access to certain materials.
What are civic meetings?
Gatherings where citizens can discuss and express their opinions on political issues.
How did the 19th Amendment change voting rights?
It granted women the right to vote.
What are non-excludable public goods?
Goods that cannot be withheld from individuals, like clean air or public parks.
How does the Espionage Act relate to individual rights?
It allowed for the limitation of free speech during wartime to protect national interests.
How did the Clean Air Act impact private industries?
It imposed regulations and standards that industries must follow to limit air pollution.
How can citizens petition the government?
By collecting signatures or formally requesting action on issues of concern.
What was the Thirteenth Amendment's main purpose?
To abolish slavery and involuntary servitude.
How do environmental policies limit private industry?
They impose regulations that restrict practices harmful to the environment, often increasing costs for businesses.
Who wrote the decision in Schenck v. U.S.?
Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
What is the role of the EPA?
To enforce environmental regulations and protect human health and the environment
Explain the process of becoming a naturalized citizen
It involves meeting residency requirements, demonstrating language proficiency, passing a civics test, and taking an oath of allegiance.
Explain the term "birthright citizenship."
Citizenship automatically granted to individuals born on U.S. soil or to U.S. citizen parents.
Define "social services."
Government programs designed to provide assistance to individuals in need, such as healthcare, education, and housing aid.