Lesson 1 Flashcards
What is Consent of Governed?
People are the source of governmental power
What is Limited Government
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things people have given the government power to do
what is democracy
In a democratic system of government, the people rule\
What is rule of law
The government and those who govern are bound by law, as those are governed.
What is a civic duty
If you don’t do them you will get punished by the government
What is a civic responsibility
something you should do, but won’t get punished by the government if you don’t.
How did the Virginia declaration of independence influence the constitution
it served as a model for the bill of rights of the constitution, of the USA
What are some Civic Duties
Obey Laws Pay Taxes Serve in the armed forces if drafted Serve on a jury or as a witness in court when summoned
What are some Civic Responsibilities
- Register and vote* Hold elective office Participate in political campaigns keep informed regarding current issues save in voluntary Positions Respect others’ right to an equal voice in government
- Communicate with government officials to influence government actions*
What does the 14th amendment do
All people born or naturalized in the USA are citizens of the USA.
What does the 13th amendment do
abolished slavery within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction
in what ways do citizens participate in community service
volunteer to support democratic institutions
Express concern about welfare of the community as a whole
Help make a community good place to work and live
how did the articles of confederation influence the the constitution
Established first form of national government for independent states
what did the declaration of independence influence on the Constitution
Stated the United States’ independence from Britain
what does the Virginia statute for religious freedom state
Stated that you can believe what every you want
