Fourteenth Amendment Flashcards
what is a citizen?
someone who is given certain rights and duties under a government and in return owes allegiance to that government
what is the 14 amendment?
known as ¨reconstruction amendment”
give citizenship and protect civil liberties of freed slaves
how does the 14th amendment define gaining citizenship?
birth, naturalization
how can a person become a citizen through naturalization?
be at least 18
legal resident of US for 3-5 years
good moral character
loyal to US
able to read & speak basic English
pass citizenship test
take Oath of Citizenship
what makes a government most effective?
citizens being active and responsible
what makes a good citizen?
trustworthy
honest
curteus
show respect for the rights of others
responsible
accountable
self-reliant
what does it mean to be patriotic?
love and support your country
what are the 4 civic duties?
obeying laws
paying taxes
serving in the armed forces if called
serving on a jury or as a witness in court
keeping informed on current issues
registering and voting
participating in political campaigns
holding public office
communicating with government officials
appointing positions
respect rights of citizens
examples of civic responsibilities
why do citizens engage in community service?
make their communitys a better place
what do citizens recive from the gov’t?
rights and pretectiions
what are the 5 first amendment freedoms?
freedom of religion
freedom of speech
freedom of the press
freedom of assembly
freedom of petition
(RAPPS)
what do the 5th and 14th amendment provide?
fifth- citizens can’t be held for a crime unless they have been charged by police, due process
fourteenth- protects due process, no state may deprive people born or naturalized equal protection under law
