introduction to civics Flashcards
Civics
the study of the rights and duties of citizenship
Community
a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.
superior
higher station
Government
the governing body of a nation, state, or community
Values
the importance, worth, or usefulness of something
morals
a lesson, that can be derived from a story, a piece of information, or an experience
Welfare
the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group.
equality
the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities
unity
the state of being united or joined as a whole.
independence
the fact or state of being independent
Dependent
contingent on or determined by
fair
impartial and just, without favoritism or discrimination.
Diversity
the state of being diverse; variety
Honesty
the quality of being honest.
Sovereign
a supreme ruler, especially a monarch.