Intro to Civics Flashcards
Civics
The study of a person’s rights and duties as a citizen is known as civics. It is a combination of many subjects, including history, political science, and social sciences.
Community
A community is a group of people living or working together in the same area.
Government
Any group of people living together in a country, state, city, or local community has to live by certain rules
Values
moral belife
Morals
what you believe to be right and wrong
Welfare
The happiness of the members of a community
Equality
the right of every individual to equal treatment and opportunities, regardless of factors like gender, race and social position
Unity
being together or at one with someone or something
Independent
not being controlled or ruled by another
Dependent
relying on something
Fair
everyone gets what they need, based on visible gaps in opportunity
Equity
giving everyone what they need to succeed
Diversity
we are truthful in what we say and do
Honesty
we are truthful in what we say and do
Sovereign
the right of a government to have complete control over its area