Civics Standardize Test- Day 1 Flashcards
What does the constitution do?
Sets up and defines the government to protect the basic rights of Americans.
What is an Amendment
A change or addition to the constitution
What are 5 rights or freedoms from the 1st amendment
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, petiton.
What are 2 things the Declaration of Independence did?
Announced and declared our independence from Great Britain and said that the United States is free from Great Britain.
What are 3 rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
What is freedom of religion?
You can pratice any religion or no religion.
What is the economic system in the United States?
Capitalism
What is the «rule of law»?
The idea that everyone, including leaders, must obey the law.