Citizenship Flashcards
What is civics
Civics is the study of the rights and duties of the citizens
What is a citizen
An individual with certain rights and duties under a government who by birth or by choice always allegiance to that government allegiance equals loyalty
What is government
The organizations and institutions that hold power over a group of people
How do you become a citizen
The means of obtaining citizenship are by first born in the US are born to parents who are or who are citizens or naturalization the legal process of becoming a citizen
What are the requirements for becoming a US citizen
For naturalization you have to be at least 18 years old, be a legal resident of the United States for three years if you’re married to a US citizen or five years if you’re not, be of good moral character and be loyal to the United States, be able to read write and speak basic English in less you have exceptions, passing naturalization test in American history, and take the oath of allegiance out of naturalization ceremony
What is important for citizenship
A democratic society requires the active participation of its citizens, immigration and naturalization particularly in the 20th century have led to a diverse society
What are character traits of a good citizen
Thoughtful and effective participation in civic life depends on volunteers, trustworthiness and honesty, courtesy and respect for others right, responsibility accountability and self-reliance, respect for the law, patriotism, participation in the school and community, participation in elections as an informed voter
Effective participation and civic life can include
Formulating questions, analyzing information from a variety of sources, expressing a position, devising and implementing a plan, practicing thoughtful decision making and personal financial matters, a democratic society requires is the active participation of its citizens
What are ways for citizen to participate in community service
Expressed concern about the welfare of the community as a whole, or volunteered to help make the community a good place to work and live
What is civic duties
For government to be affective citizens must fulfill their civic duties
What are the four civic duties
Toss, or pay taxes obey laws serve in the Armed Forces if called and to serve on a jury or as a witness in a court when summoned
What can happen to people figure not fill their citizenship Duty
You can be put in jail have to pay fines are faced legal consequences
What are your civic responsibilities
A basic responsibilities of citizenship is to contribute to the common good, civic responsibilities are for filled by choice they are voluntary, register and vote, hold elected office, communicate with government officials to influence government actions, serve involuntary appointed position, participate in political campaigns, keep informed regarding current issues, respect others rights to an equal voice in government
The Constitution of the United States of America establishes and protects what
The citizens rights fundamental and liberties, few rights if any are considered absolute, you can swing your arms but not hurt anybody, and rights cannot infringe on the rights of others
What are the five First Amendment freedom
Religion government may not establish an official religion nor endorse or unduly interfere with the free exercise of religion, assembly individuals may peacefully gather, press the press has the right to gather and publish information including that which criticizes the government, petition individuals have the right to make their views known to public officials, and speech individuals are free to express their opinions and beliefs
