Civics Benchmark Flashcards
Civics & Economics Review
Consent of the governed, Limited government, Rules of law, Democracy, Representative Goverment
The Declaration of Independence
1.Affirmed certain “inalienable rights” (life, liberty , and the pursuit of happiness) 2. Esablished the idea that all people are equal under the law
The Articles of Confederation
- Established the first form of national government for the government states 2.Created weak central government led to the writing of the Constitution
Constitution of the United States of America
- Esablished the structure of the United Sates government 2.Affirmed individual worth and dignity of people
Purposes of the United States Government
To form a more perfect union
Constitution of Virginia
1.Proposal: action by General Assembly or convention 2. Ratification by voters of Virginia
Constition of the U.S.
1.The Amendment process is complex 2.To date, there are 27 amendments 3.Amendement process
First Amendment Freedoms
Religion: Government may not establish an official religion, of unduly interfere with the free exercise of religion
Duties of Citizens
Serve on a jury or as a witness in court, when summoned
Responsibilities
Communicate with government officials to influence governemnt actions
Ways for Citizens to Participate in Community Service
Volunteer to support democratic insititutions 2.Help to make the community a good place to and live
Personal Traits of Good citizens
1.Trustworthiness and honesty 2.Respect of the law 3.Participation in elections as an ainformed voter
Effective participation in Civic life can Include
1.Formulating question 2.Expressing a position
Rising Campaign Cossts
Require candidates to conduct extensive fund-raising activites
Campaign Finance Reform
Rising campaign costs have led to efforts to reform campaign finance laws
