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Ch. 15-19 test

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a written plan that provides a framework for how our national or state government runs constitution
the form of government in which the people rule, either directly or through elected representatives democracy
The framework for government separates __________ into different parts of the government. power
The US constitution organizes the government into _____ branches. three
Which branch of government carries out and enforces laws? executive
Which branch of government interprets and applies laws? judicial
Which branch of government makes and passes laws? legislative
Which branch of government includes the president? executive
Which branch of government includes the Supreme Court? judicial
Which branch of government includes Congress? legislative
Which branch of government includes the governor? executive
Which branch of government includes the Ohio Supreme Court? judicial
Which branch of government includes the Ohio General Assembly? legislative
the first written plan for government for the US Articles of Confederation
Why were the Articles of Confederation replaced? too weak
American citizens can approach the government and ask representatives to change laws or take action by signing formal requests, calling or writing letters/emails Right to Petition
American citizens can express their opinions, feelings and ideas Freedom of Speech
American citizens can practice whatever religion they want Freedom of Religion
American citizens can access information from a variety of sources and the government cannot limit what information is broadcast Freedom of the Press
American citizens can gather in groups for positive reasons (to worship, be with friends, enjoy recreation or accomplish a goal) Right to Assembly
something that you are allowed to do to benefit yourself and others right
something that you should do do benefit yourself and others responsibilitiy
How can laws benefit citizens? protect rights; establish order; protect property; provide a public education
things that you are expected to do as a citizen civic responsibilities
duties or tasks that you should do for yourself personal responsibilities
List 4 ways you can participate in government. vote; communicate with elected officials; volunteer on government committees; be active in civiic organizations
something that is true fact
a person's belief of judgement about something opinion
a settlement of differences in which each sides gives up something they want compromise
benefits all citizens as a whole common good
 

 



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