Chapter 8-5

Explain what is a citizen of the United States.

Discuss how Americans can develop democratic values.

Describe responsibilities of citizenship.

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You are born in the United States (or at least one parent is a U.S. Citizen.

You were naturalized, you have completed the legal process to become a citizen.

You were under 18 or younger when your parents were naturalized

Willingness to work for the good of the nation Patriotism = Feeling of love and devotion

toward one’s country Respect ourselves, family, neighbors and

members of the community Students have a responsibility to learn Courage may be physical or moral

Office Number Term Selection Requirements

Representative At least 1 per state; based

on population

2 years •Elected by voter of congressional district

•Age 25 or older•Citizen 7 years•Resident of state in which elected

Senator 2 per state 6 years •Original Constitution•elected by voters

•Age 30 or older•Citizen 9 years•Resident of state in which elected

President/Vice President

1 4 years •Elected by Electoral College

•Age 35 or older•National born citizen•Resident of U.S. for 14 years

Supreme Court 9 Life •Approved by President•Confirmed by Senate

•No requirement

Honesty, compassion and courage are examples of: Democratic Values

What is the best step to complete naturalization: Complete legal process to become a citizen

Patriotism, respect and responsibilities are examples of: Democratic Values

What are examples of civic responsibilities: Obey laws, serve on juries, being informed

What is the feature of the article or main body of the Constitution: Define responsibilities of citizenship

We covered what it takes to be a U.S. citizen. What values it takes to be a good citizen. What responsibilities make a good citizen. What it takes to be elected to higher office How the naturalization process works