U.S. Citizenship and Government Concepts

The video provides a comprehensive review of civics topics for the EOC exam. It covers the basics of citizenship, including naturalization and responsibilities, and explores various forms and systems of government. The influence of Enlightenment thinkers on the Founding Fathers is discussed, highlighting key ideas like natural rights and separation of powers. The video also delves into the Declaration of Independence, explaining its historical context and significance.

What is the Civics EOC?

• A mandatory state test covering the entire year's worth of civics material

• A voluntary test for extra credit in civics

• A test only for students who want to become citizens

• A test that only covers the first half of the year's civics material

What is the 'law of blood' in terms of citizenship?

• Being born in the United States

• Living in the U.S. for five years

• Passing a civics test

• Being born to parents who are U.S. citizens

Which of the following is an obligation of U.S. citizens?

• Reading the newspaper

• Running for office

• Voting in elections

• Paying taxes

What is a responsibility of U.S. citizens?

• Signing up for selective service

• Obeying the laws

• Staying informed about current events

• Serving on a jury

In a direct democracy, who votes on the laws?

• Elected representatives

• The judiciary

• The president

• The citizens

Which system of government has a strong central authority and weaker regional governments?

• Confederal system

• Federal system

• Unitary system

• Parliamentary system

Who argued that everyone is born with natural rights such as life, liberty, and property?

• John Locke

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• Montesquieu

What idea did Montesquieu contribute to the U.S. Constitution?

• Social contract

• Direct democracy

• Natural rights

• Separation of powers

What was a major issue that led to the Declaration of Independence?

• Need for a new constitution

• Taxation without representation

• Lack of a strong central government

• Desire for a direct democracy

Who was primarily responsible for writing the Declaration of Independence?

• James Madison

• John Locke

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington