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CE.3-4
Citizenship
Question | Answer |
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Ways to become a U.S. citizen | birth or naturalization |
allegiance | loyalty |
Requirements to become naturalized | Know American history and principles and be able to read, write, and speak English |
the five 1st Amendment freedoms | religion, assembly, petition, press, speech |
one way to remember the five 1st Amendment freedoms | RAPPS |
freedom of the press | freedom to express opinions in newspapers, magazines, and other printed materials |
freedom of assembly | individuals have the right to peacefully gather |
freedom of petition | the right to state one's opinions in writing to public officials |
Which amendment extends the due process protection to actions of the states? | 14th |
Which amendment extends the due process protection to the national government? | 5th |
What is due process? | being treated fairly by the government |
What are civic duties? | things we must do |
What are civic responsibilities? | things we should do |
What are examples of duties? | Obey laws, pay taxes, serve in the armed forces if called, serve on a jury or as a witness in court |
What happens to citizens who do not fulfill their civic duties? | legal consequences |
What are examples of civic responsibilities? | register, vote, hold elective office, keep informed on current events |
voluntary | optional |
freedom of religion | government may not establish an official religion |
caring about the welfare of the community | community service |
a change to the Constitution | amendment |
diverse | varied, different |
few rights are absolute | few rights are guaranteed |
jury | decides the verdict in a trial |
Who puts limits on our rights? | Supreme Court |