Civics Benchmark Flashcards

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Consent of the governed

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The people are the source of any and all governmental power.

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Limited government

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Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things that the people have given it the power to do.

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Rule of Law

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The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those who are governed.

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3
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Democracy:

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In a democratic system of the government, the people rule.

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Representative Government:

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In a representative system of government, the people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on the people’s behalf.

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5
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Constitution of Virginia:

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Amendment Process
proposal: action by general assembly or convention
Ratification by voters of Virginia

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Religion

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Government may not establish an official religion, or unduly interfere with the free exercise of religion

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7
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Petition

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individuals have the right to make their views known to public officials

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8
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Assembly

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individuals may peacefully gather

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9
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Press

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The press has the right to gather and publish info, including that which criticizes the government

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Speech

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Individuals are free to express their opinions and beliefs

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Constitution of the U.S.

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The Amendment process is complex
To date, there are 27 amendments
Amendment process:
proposal: action by congress or convention
Ratification: by the states

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12
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Traits for good citizens

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honesty, patriotism, respect, does school work

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13
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Electoral college process

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A state of electors for each state is chosen by popular vote

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14
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chief of state

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Ceremonial head of the government

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15
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chief executive

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head of the executive branch of government

16
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chief citizen

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representatives of all of the people

17
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chief diplomat

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architect of american foreign policy

18
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commander in chief

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head of the nations armed forces

19
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Chief legislator

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proposer of the legislative agenda

20
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chief of party

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leader of the political

21
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revenue

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to level and collect taxes

22
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environment

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to protect natural resources

23
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education

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to promote an informed citizenry

24
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public health

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to promote and protect the health of its citizens