Social Studies Unit 2 Test 1

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Purpose for voting in elections

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to decide who will represent citizens in government

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What is the first step in the process for a bill to become a law?

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A legislator proposes a bill.

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How can Congress override a president's veto?

Back

Congress can make the bill into law with enough votes in both houses of Congress

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Which civic virtue is best described in President Reagan's address?

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voting

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Adapted from 14th Amendment (1868 CE)

Section 1.

People born in the United States or those who become citizens of the United States (by the process of naturalization) are United States citizens and citizens of the state they live in. 

All U.S. citizens must be protected by, must follow, and must be held accountable for all the same laws of the Federal Government and their state. All citizens should be treated fairly under the law, even when they have broken the law.

What is the purpose of the 14th Amendment?

Back

It explains citizenship in the United States.

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What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

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to set up the structure of the federal government

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How does the Constitution make sure no one branch of government becomes too powerful?

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The Constitution creates a system of checks and balances.

The Constitution separates the powers of government.

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Naturalization Process

(How to become a U.S. citizen)

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1. 1. become a lawful permanent resident

2. 2. apply for naturalization

3. 3. take a civics test

4. 4. take the Oath of Alligiance

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Executive Branch

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enforces the laws

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Legislative Branch

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creates laws