HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON1 CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT Chapter 1 We the People Section 1: Civics in Our Lives Civics in Our LivesCivics in Our Lives Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? Who Are U.S. Citizens?Who Are U.S. Citizens? Section 3: The American People Today The American People TodayThe American People Today Quiz Review Test

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON2 Section 1: Civics in Our Lives The Main Idea As a U.S. citizen, it is your duty to help preserve freedom and to ensure justice and equality for yourself and all Americans. Reading Focus   Why do we study civics?   What are the values that form the basis of the American way of life?   What are the roles and qualities of a good citizen?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON3 Why Study Civics?  Civics-- study of citizenship and government  Citizen-- is a legally recognized member of a country  have rights and responsibilities that differ from country to country  Government-- is the organizations, institutions, and individuals who exercise political authority over a group of people Section 1: Civics in Our Lives Originated with the Greeks & adopted by the Romans Authority that acts on behalf of a group of people (Nation) Latin word civis means citizen What it means to be an American citizen

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON4 Why Study Civics cont.  Citizenship includes being a productive and active member of society.  Americans are also citizens of their state & local governments

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CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON6 Section 1: Civics in Our Lives The Main Idea As a U.S. citizen, it is your duty to help preserve freedom and to ensure justice and equality for yourself and all Americans. Reading Focus   Why do we study civics?   What are the values that form the basis of the American way of life?   What are the roles and qualities of a good citizen?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON7 American Values:  Equality, liberty, and justice for all people  Foundation of our rights and freedoms  Model for other countries  Equality- all people are equal under the law  Liberty- Freedom  Justice- Gov’t. protects your rights Section 1: Civics in Our Lives Ideas that people hold dear & try to live by

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON8 American Values:  Freedom and equality are protected by laws.  Citizens share in protecting liberties.  Citizens are guaranteed an education and equal opportunity of employment.  Citizens must respect the rights of others. Section 1: Civics in Our Lives (freedoms) Pursue their dreams

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON9 Values Equality, Liberty & Justice

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON10 Section 1: Civics in Our Lives The Main Idea As a U.S. citizen, it is your duty to help preserve freedom and to ensure justice and equality for yourself and all Americans. Reading Focus   Why do we study civics?   What are the values that form the basis of the American way of life?   What are the roles and qualities of a good citizen?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON11 Qualities of a good citizen:  Voting  Government or political participation  Informing officials of needs or disagreements  Studying civics to understand the government  Respecting the rights of others  Responsibly using natural resources Section 1: Civics in Our Lives One of the most important responsibilities of a citizen Responsible family members Recycling Respects & obeys the laws

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON12 American Ideals Freedom Equality Section 1 Question: What ideals form the basis of the U.S. government and the American way of life?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON13 people are responsible family members respect and obey laws respect the rights and property of others are loyal to their country and proud of its accomplishments take part in and improve life in their communities take an active part in their government use natural resources wisely are well informed on important issues and are willing to take a stand on these issues when conscience demands it believe in equality of opportunity for all people respect individual differences, points of view, and ways of life that are different from their own

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON14 Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? The Main Idea Throughout history, immigrants have brought their languages, ideas, beliefs, hopes, and customs to the United States. Their ways of life are constantly mixing with and influencing the culture of Americans who came before. Reading Focus   Who are “Americans,” and from where did they come?   What changes have occurred in U.S. immigration policy since the early 1800s?   How does a person become a U.S. citizen? Americans are primarily immigrants or descendents of immigrants

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON15 Americans Are from Everywhere :  With the exception of Native Americans, all of us can trace our family’s roots to another country.  “melting pot” v. “salad bowl”  Immigrants—people who come here from other countries  People from Siberia settled in North America 12,000– 40,000 years ago.  1492—Christopher Columbus claimed land for Spain.  Spanish, French, British, Dutch, Swedish, and Africans (slaves) settled in America. Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? To settle as a permanent resident Settled the original 13 colonies Asia

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CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON17 Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? The Main Idea Throughout history, immigrants have brought their languages, ideas, beliefs, hopes, and customs to the United States. Their ways of life are constantly mixing with and influencing the culture of Americans who came before. Reading Focus   Who are “Americans,” and from where did they come?   What changes have occurred in U.S. immigration policy since the early 1800s?   How does a person become a U.S. citizen?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON18 Immigration Policy:  1880s—restrictions placed on immigration in response to wage issues  1920s—Limits on yearly immigration; quotas set for particular countries  Immigration Act of 1990—cap set at 675,000 immigrants per year  Gives preference to three groups of people  Husbands, wives, and children of U.S. citizens  People who have valuable job skills  Aliens– Permanent residents of the U.S. who are still citizens of another country Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? Limit placed on the number of immigrants who may enter the U.S. each year. 1995

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CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON21 Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? The Main Idea Throughout history, immigrants have brought their languages, ideas, beliefs, hopes, and customs to the United States. Their ways of life are constantly mixing with and influencing the culture of Americans who came before. Reading Focus   Who are “Americans,” and from where did they come?   What changes have occurred in U.S. immigration policy since the early 1800s?   How does a person become a U.S. citizen?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON22 Becoming a U.S. Citizen:  Native-Born– Born in the U.S.  States and territories  To American parents  Naturalization– Process by which an alien becomes a U.S. citizen  same rights and duties as native-born  when a parent is naturalized, his or her children automatically become citizens as well  Cannot be Pres. or V.P Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens?

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CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON24 Becoming a U.S. Citizen:  Legal Aliens  a citizen of another country who has received permission to enter the U.S.  Most come to visit or to attend school  cannot serve on juries, vote, or hold public office  aliens must carry a green card at all times  Illegal Immigrants  Undocumented residents Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens? Aliens Are protected by U.S. Laws

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON25 Becoming a U.S. Citizen:  Refugees  not included in Quotas  people who are trying to escape dangers in their home countries  usually fleeing persecution, wars, political conflicts, and other crisis situation Section 2: Who Are U.S. Citizens?

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON26 Benefits of Citizenship freedom of job choice right to hold public office voting rights Question: What are the benefits of U.S. citizenship? Section 2

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CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON28 enter United States legally recieve green card be a resident for five years apply for citizenship have fingerprints taken be interviewed and take tests take Oath of Allegiance

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON29 The Main Idea The U.S. population continues to grow and change today. Reading Focus   Why is the census important?   In what ways does population grow and change?   What has changed about the American population over the years?   For what reasons have Americans moved and settled in new areas over the course of U.S. history? Section 3: The American People Today

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON30 Census Information  Determines how many people each state has in the House of Representatives  Shows population growth and decline for different areas  Reports how many children each family has  Helps government, businesses, and individuals plan for the future Section 3: The American People Today

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON31 Who Uses ItHow They Use It government businesses individuals to plan the budget to fill the needs of the market to write books and reports Question: Why is census information important? Section 3

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON32 Populations grow by:  Natural increase  Adding new territories  Immigration Section 3: The American People Today

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON33 Changes in the movement of Americans:  The first census found the majority of Americans living on farms and rural areas.  1830—urban areas were growing faster than rural areas  1920—more Americans lived in cities than in rural areas  Mid-1900s—suburbs developed around crowded cities  Today there are more people living in suburbs than in cities.  Migration to the Sunbelt increased during the 1980s–1990s. Section 3: The American People Today

HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON34 CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT SECTION 3 Minority GroupConditions / Concerns African Americans making gains toward equality, but statistics still show members are lagging in education, employment, and income; becoming more politically active Hispanics rapidly growing population; trailing in income and education; diverse population Asian Americans contrast between first-generation immigrants, who are often poor, and second-generation, many of whom succeed educationally and financially; viewed as "model minority," although this term is resented American Indians often live on reservations; high poverty and poor education; encouraged to assimilate; taking steps to establish sources of income and better schools White Ethnics includes some who assimilate quickly and others who remain victims of prejudice and discrimination; making gains in religious tolerance; good education level

CIVICS IN PRACTICE HOLT HOLT, RINEHART AND WINSTON35 Chapter 1 Wrap-Up 1.Why do people study civics? 2.What principles and ideals form the foundation of the American system of government? 3.How has U.S. immigration policy changed since the early 1800s? 4.What benefits do people derive from being a citizen of the United States? 5.Identify three ways that the populations of countries increase. 6.How have migration patterns shifted from the 1800s to the present? 1.Why do people study civics? 2.What principles and ideals form the foundation of the American system of government? 3.How has U.S. immigration policy changed since the early 1800s? 4.What benefits do people derive from being a citizen of the United States? 5.Identify three ways that the populations of countries increase. 6.How have migration patterns shifted from the 1800s to the present?