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civics/eco chapter 1

civics/economy chapter 1 review

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Which amendment defines citizenship in the United States? 14th amendment
What 2 ways can you obtain citizenship? birth and naturalization
What are the requirements for naturalization? at least 18; legal resident 3-5 years; read, speak, and write basic English; pass a naturalization test, be of good moral character, swear loyalty to the U.S. by taking an Oath of Allegiance
What are some responsibilities of citizens? hold elected office, register and vote, participate in political campaigns, keep informed regarding current issues, communicate with government officials, respect others
What are some duties of citizens? serve on a jury or as a witness, if summoned; pay taxes, serve in the armed forces if called; go to school; obey laws
Which amendment guarantees all citizens due process under the law? 14th amendment
What happens to citizens who do not fulfill a civic duty? They face legal consequences.
What are the first amendment freedoms? religion, speech, press, assembly, petition (make sure you know what each one means)
What are civic responsibilities? voluntary actions
How can you contribute to the common good? register to vote, participate in a political campaign, serve in voluntary government positions
In order for United States citizens to get a fair trial, other citizens need to do what? serve on juries
What happens if you don't fulfill a civic responsibility? You miss a chance to contribute to the common good.
Define citizen. Someone with certain right, duties, and an allegiance to a country
What are some examples of community service? volunteering at Habitat for Humanity, participating in Clean the Bay Day
What are some ways individuals can participate in community service? volunteer and help to make the community a good place to live, express concerns about the welfare of the community as a whole
How has immigration led to an increasingly diverse society? bringing new ideas, cultures, customs, traditions, etc.
How can an individual participate in politics? hold elective office; communicate with government officials to influence government actions; serve in voluntary, appointed positions; participate in political campaigns
How can a citizen participate in community service? express concerns about the welfare of the community as a whole (environment, public health and safety, education), volunteer and help to make the community a good place to work and live (public service organizations, tutor, volunteer at nursing home)
How can a citizen participate in community service? express concerns about the welfare of the community as a whole (environment, public health and safety, education), volunteer and help to make the community a good place to work and live (public service organizations, tutor, volunteer at nursing home)
How can you make your voice heard? communicate with elected officials about ideas or problems, rally your neighbors, stay informed on current issues, participate in election campaigns
Immigrant - to come to a new place permanently
visa - Limited-time permission to come to America
due process - constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws. A guarantee of fairness.
amendment - a formal or official change to a document
citizen - a person with certain rights and duties under a government; a person who by birth or by choice owes allegiance, or loyalty, to a nation (page 56)
alien - a citizen of one country that lives in another country. (page 57)
diversity - differences (page 8)
jury of peers - a group of ordinary citizens who hear a court case and decide whether the accused person is innocent or guilty. (page 62)
witnesses - people who have seen events related to a crime or who have special information that may help determine the guilt or innocence on a person in trial. (page 63)
common law - a body of law based on judges' decisions. (page 519)
candidate - a person running for office
note cards - duty / responsibility
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