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SOL REVIEW #6
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1st Amendment | States the five fundamental freedoms that every citizen is entitled to: Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Press, Freedom of Assembly, Right to Petition |
| 5th Amendment | Prohibits the national government from acting in an unfair manner (Due Process), Double Jeopardy-may not be tried twice for the same crime, Right to remain silent-cannot be forced to testify against themselves |
| 14th Amendment | Prohibits the state and local governments from acting in an unfair manner(Extension of Due Process), Defines citizenship and states how to obtain citizenship |
| 16th Amendment | Gives Congress the authority to tax personal and business incomes |
| Qualification to vote in Virginia | Must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of Virginia and the Precinct, at least 18 years or age by general election |
| How to register to vote in Virginia | In person at the registrar's office, at the DMV, or other designated areas, Application by mail |
| Factors in predicting who will vote | Education, Age, Income |
| Reasons why citizens fail to vote | Lack of interest(apathy), Failure to register, Not a national election(presidential election), Don't believe that their vote is important |
| Self-assessment | The first step of career planning, An awareness of personal talents, interests, and aspirations |