Civics Benchmark Flashcards
Consent of the governed
The people are the source of any and all governmental power.
Limited government
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things that the people have given it the power to do.
Rule of Law
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those who are governed.
Democracy:
In a democratic system of the government, the people rule.
Representative Government:
In a representative system of government, the people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on the people’s behalf.
Constitution of Virginia:
Amendment Process
proposal: action by general assembly or convention
Ratification by voters of Virginia
Religion
Government may not establish an official religion, or unduly interfere with the free exercise of religion
Petition
individuals have the right to make their views known to public officials
Assembly
individuals may peacefully gather
Press
The press has the right to gather and publish info, including that which criticizes the government
Speech
Individuals are free to express their opinions and beliefs
Constitution of the U.S.
The Amendment process is complex
To date, there are 27 amendments
Amendment process:
proposal: action by congress or convention
Ratification: by the states
Traits for good citizens
honesty, patriotism, respect, does school work
Electoral college process
A state of electors for each state is chosen by popular vote
chief of state
Ceremonial head of the government
chief executive
head of the executive branch of government
chief citizen
representatives of all of the people
chief diplomat
architect of american foreign policy
commander in chief
head of the nations armed forces
Chief legislator
proposer of the legislative agenda
chief of party
leader of the political
revenue
to level and collect taxes
environment
to protect natural resources
education
to promote an informed citizenry
public health
to promote and protect the health of its citizens
