Civics Midterm Study Guide

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to civics, including patriotism, civic virtues, roles of citizens, and diversity in the U.S.

Patriotism

Love and loyalty to one's country, expressed through activities like voting, serving, and peaceful protest.

Common Good

Actions that benefit the whole community, not just oneself, such as volunteering and following rules.

Census

A population count that occurs every ten years to gather data for representation and government funding.

Population Density

A measure of how crowded a place is, typically expressed as people per square mile.

Active Citizenship

The participation in civic duties, such as voting, communicating with elected officials, and joining community efforts.

Public Policy

Government decisions and actions regarding issues like education, safety, and the environment.

Civic Virtue

The practice of putting the community's needs and the common good above personal interests.

Diversity

The presence of various cultures, languages, and traditions within a population.

Shared American Values

Core values like liberty, equality, justice, opportunity, and common good that unite diverse citizens.

Naturalization

The process by which a foreign citizen becomes a citizen of the U.S. involving residency, language, history test, and an oath.

Obligations

Duties mandated by law, such as obeying laws and paying taxes.

Responsibilities

Voluntary actions expected of citizens, such as voting and community service.