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Lessons 1 and 3 in TCI
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1
What is true about popular sovereignty?
It is the ultimate source of a gov't's authority and legitimacy.
Rousseau argued that it should form the decisions of the government.
It is the general will of the majority of the people.
It is reflected in our Constitution, "We the people . . . "
2
Which amendment defined citizenship and extended it to former slaves?
18th
14th
15th
13th
3
Are American citizens required to vote?
True
False
4
What is true about civic responsibilities? Check all that apply.
They work for the common good.
They are obligatory.
They are voluntary.
They improve our communities.
5
Which Enlightenment thinkers were English?
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke
Jean Jacques-Rousseau
Baron du Montesquieu
6
Someone can move to another country and give up their US citizenship in a process called...
denaturalization
treason
actually, you can't give up your US citizenship
expatriation
7
My parents are American and I was born on a US military base. Am I a citizen?
Yes, thru law of soil.
Yes, you have been naturalized.
Nope
Yes, thru law of blood.
8
Common pushes to leave a country include...
religious persecution
war
bad economic times
no civil rights
9
Judeo-Christian roots provide which beliefs below?
That breaking the law carries consequences to be paid by the lawbreaker.
That we have personal responsibilty for our actions and speeches.
That fair laws should be created to promote the good of society.
That only the universe can decide what is right or wrong.
There is a universal code of natural laws that everyone knows.
That people have equality, worth, and value.
10
What is true about market economies compared to gov't controlled economies?
Faster economic growth
Greater unemployment
Inefficient use of factors of production
Little or no competition among producers
Higher standards of living
Private ownership of means of production
11
Are permanent resident aliens required to become U.S. citizens?
Yes, after 10 years.
Yes, after 5 years.
Yes, after 3 years.
No
12
What is true about the Baron de Montesquieu?
He wrote the Spirit of the Laws.
He propsed splitting government into separate branches.
He believed in the right to a fair trial.
He wanted to increase the power of the government.
13
In the First Amendment, there is equality in . . .
the right to a trial by jury
the right to practice your religion freely.
the right to marry whom you choose
the right to own a weapon.
14
A permanent resident alien...
can live and work in the U.S. indefinitely.
can vote in federal elections.
can live and work in the U.S. for a limited time.
is someone who was born somewhere else & is now a citizen.
15
Hans was born in Tampa to parents who are Austrian citizens. He is a citizen by...
Law of Soil
Naturalization
Law of Blood
actually, he's not a citizen
16
Which term describes this? "
A political system in which power comes from the people & is exercised by elected officials
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direct democracy
fascism
communism
republicanism
17
Which of the following came from ancient Rome?
one person-two votes
The importance of written laws
the rule of law
separation of powers
18
Choose obligations that citizens AND noncitizens must meet.
Obey the law
Register with Selective Service
Pay taxes
Serve on a jury if called
19
My parents & I are from Nepal and I've lived legally in Miami for 4 years. Am I a US citizen?
Yes, through naturalization.
Yes, through law of soil.
Not yet, and you have to wait one year to apply
Not yet, but you can apply.
20
How did the social contract theory of Locke DIFFER from that of Hobbes?
The rule of law was supreme, even the king had to obey the law.
That government was created by the consent of the people.
Governments that fail to protect the people can be replaced by the people.
The people give up some freedom so the gov't protected their rights.
21
All of these are responsibilities of citizens
except...
serving on a jury when called
voting
obeying laws
running for office
22
All of the following are requirements for being naturalized, EXCEPT:
Must be a resident for 5 years.
Must pass a civics/history exam.
The person must be over 21.
Must read/write/speak English
23
King Louis XIV of France, who said, "I am the state", was which type of ruler?
absolute monarch
parliamentary monarch
dictator
constitutional monarch
24
Which of the following is NOT a form of 20th century totalitarianism?
communism
fascism
Nazism
antisemitism
25
Naturalized citizens have _____ rights and responsibilities as those who were born U.S. citizens
none of the
the same
fewer
more
26
If you are born in Japan to an American mother and a Japanese father, you are likely...
not yet a U.S. citizen
a U.S. citizen by the law of blood
a U.S. citizen by naturalization
a U.S. citizen by the law of soil
27
Which of the following came from ancient Athens?
Voters make decisions on the issues. directly.
A written constitution
Everyone got to vote, even foreigners.
the right to a trial by jury
28
After passing all requirements for naturalization, the aspiring citizen must do what?
Take an oath of allegiance
Appear before a judge and prove they are not a spy
Write an essay explaining why they want to be a citizen
Wrap themselves in an American flag & sing "God Bless America"
29
Which religion below is NOT a monotheistic religion?
The ancient Roman religion
Islam
Christianity
Judaism
30
Which responses are true about constitutions?
They are not popular around the world.
Usually have a preamble.
They establish the rule of law.
They set up the structure of the government.
31
What are the key differences between communism and fascism?
Fascist states totally control the people's lives.
Communist states don't allow private ownership of property.
Fascists allow private ownership, but control how the people use it.
There are no differences between them.
