Amendments and Civic Engagement Flashcard

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What is the best definition for the term, “suffrage”?

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The right to vote in elections

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What is the best definition for the term, “ratify”?

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To formally approve or confirm.

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How does civic engagement help to keep American democracy strong and fair?

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It gives citizens a voice in government and helps hold leaders accountable.

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What is the best definition for the term, “due process”?

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The government can’t punish or treat people unfairly without good reason and without following certain steps.

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How does the naturalization process affect American society?

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It helps new citizens participate in voting and community decisions.

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How does becoming a U.S. citizen help people get involved in their community?

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They can vote and run for office

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What is the best definition for the term, “franchise”? Options: The people in America that have the right to vote, Fees that people were required to pay in order to vote in elections, To formally approve or confirm, The right to vote in elections

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The right to vote in elections

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What is the best definition for the term, “naturalization”?

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The legal process of granting citizenship to foreign-born adults

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What is the best definition for the term, “Civil Rights”? Options: Amendments that keep the government from interfering with your personal freedom, The government can’t punish or treat people unfairly without good reason and without following certain steps, Amendments and laws that protect individuals from discrimination, The act of peacefully refusing to follow certain laws as a way of protesting or showing disagreement with them

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Amendments and laws that protect individuals from discrimination

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After more people were given the right to vote, what tactics were used to restrict them from voting?

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Using poll taxes, literacy tests, and intimidation tactics