Civics Flash Cards for the Naturalization Test

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Constitution

The supreme law of the land that sets up the government, defines the government, and protects basic rights of Americans.

Amendment

A change or addition to the Constitution.

Bill of Rights

The first ten amendments to the Constitution.

Self-government

The idea represented in the first three words of the Constitution: 'We the People'.

What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?

Freedom of Religion Or speech,assembly,press, petition the government

How many amendment does the constitution have ?

Twenty-seven (27)

What did the Declaration of Independence do?

-Announced & declared our independence from Great Britain & said that the United States is free from Great Britain

What are two rights in the declaration of independence?

Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness

What is freedom of religion?

You can practice any religion or not practice a religion

What is the economic system in the United States? Capitalist Economy

Capitalist Economy & Market economy

What is the “Rule of Law”?

Everyone must follow the law. Leaders must obey the law. Government must obey the law. No one is above the law.

Name one brunch or part of the government

Congress, legislative, President, executive, the courts, judicial

what stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful ?

checks and balances & separation of powers

Congress

The legislative branch of the United States government, made up of the Senate and House of Representatives.

Judicial Branch

The branch of government that reviews laws, explains laws, resolves disputes, and decides if a law is against the Constitution.

Supreme Court

The highest court in the United States.

The President

The leader of the executive branch and Commander in Chief of the military.

Cabinet

A group of advisors to the President.

Political Parties

The two major parties in the United States are the Democratic and Republican parties.

Responsibilities of Citizens

Duties such as serving on a jury and voting in federal elections.

Rights of Citizens

Exclusive rights such as voting in federal elections and running for federal office.