Civics! Flashcards
what is naturalization?
getting to be a citizen (the process)
law of soil ( 3 ways)
. born on military base
. born on us Island
. parents or parent born in U.S
law of blood
born In U.S
describe 5 qualifications to go through naturalization
. be in us for 5 years.
. speak English
. 18+
. be a good moral character
. know civics
. be able to read and write English
autocracy
one person has all power
democracy
citizens have power
oligarchy
small group has power
theocracy
God(s) have power
anarchy
NO ONE IS IN CHARGE
separation of powers
gov divided
checks and balances
everything balanced
natural rights
rights we are born with
social contract
give up rights to protect everyone
consent of governed
having permission to rule
what important limit on government did the English Bill rights create
protecting certain rights