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44 Cards in this Set
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Common Law
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-Basic citizen rights are protected
-No one is exempt from the law -People have a voice in their government |
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Fundamental Principles of Democracy
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-Representation in government
-Rule of law -Government by the consent of the governed |
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Popular Sovereignty
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government by the consent of the governed
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Virginia Declaration of Rights
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basis for the Bill of Rights
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Charters of the Virginia Company of London
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outlined the rights guaranteed to colonists as Englishmen
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Purpose for writing the Declaration of Independence
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to establish inalienable rights of colonists
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Federalism
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a balance of powers between the federal and state governments
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Preamble
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introduction to the US Constitution explaining why it was written
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In what century did the United States experience the most growth due to immigration?
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20th century
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In what two ways can a person become a citizen of the United States?
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-by birth
-naturalization |
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What is the purpose of the 14th amendment?
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Protects citizens against unfair actions by the state government
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What is the purpose of the 1st admendment?
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Gives citizens the basic rights: freedom of speech, religion, petition, assembly, and press
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List some Civic Duties citizens are required to perform:
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-serve in the armed forces if called
-obey the laws -pay taxes -serve on a jury or be a witness in court if called |
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What is the difference between a duty and a responsibility?
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A duty is an obligation you are required to fulfill and if you do not complete them you could face consequences...a responsibility is something you choose to do
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List some traits of good citizenship that people can perform
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-responsibility
-accountibility -self reliance |
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What is the main function of a political party?
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Nominate a candidate for office
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What do candidates use advertising for?
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Influence voters
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What type of political system does the US have?
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Two party system
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What is the purpose of third parties?
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ARise on occation to bring new ideans and issues to the political arena
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Whalt impact does the Media have on an election?
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-identify candidates
-help people make informed decisions -broadcast different points of view |
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What is campaign finance reform?
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An effort to limit the amount of money that can be contributed to politicians
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What are the qualifications to vote in Virginia?
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-Be a US citizen
-Be a resident of VA -Be 18 by the next election -Had voting rights restored if convicted of a felony -Had capacity restored if declared mentally incapacitated by Circuit Court |
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What factor is considered the most likely to influence people in making the decision to vote?
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Education
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What is the function of the Electoral College?
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to cast ballots to select the president and vice-president of the US
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What are reserved powers?
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Powers given to the states by the Constitution
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What is the purpose of the Legislative Branch?
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to make the laws
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What are the responsibilities of the Executive Branch?
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-grant pardon
-appoint cabinet members |
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What type of power is caused by having checks and balances at all levels of government?
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Limited Power
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What steps are need to amend the US Constitution?
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Congress proposes...states ratify
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What does bicameral mean?
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Having two houses: in the US the House of Representatives and the Senate
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What is the role of Interest Groups in regards to legislation?
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give input of to sponsors so bills will reflect their interests
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In what document are the executive powers outlined for the Commonwealth of Virginia?
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Virginia Constitution
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What are Interest Groups?
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an organization of people with common interests who try to influence government policies and decisions
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How do individuals influence public policy?
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Voting and campaigning
Expressing opinions Joins interest groupos |
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What court in the Virginia court system has a jury?
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VA Circuit court
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What types of cases are heard by Circuit courts?
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mainly felonies/civil crimes valued over $1000
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Why is Marbury v. Madison a landmark case?
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Established Judicial Review
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Virginia state laws must conform and align with which two documents?
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Virginia constitution and the US Constitution
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After being arrested, what is the next step in a criminal case?
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The person may be committed to jail/released on bail
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Felony crimes are part of which court system?
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Criminal Court
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What are three types of sentences for juveniles who commit crimes?
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-ward of state
-probation -sent to a special school/reformatory |
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What is due process?
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protection of rights against unfair governmental actions and laws
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What is the Supreme law of the Land?
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US Constitution
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what are the fist ten amendments to the Constitution commonly called?
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The Bill of Rights
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