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Civics and Economics Week of Sept 28,2015 Citizenship
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Warm up Write one sentence about one of these topics: The resignation of the Speaker of the House The Pope’s Visit One less Republican candidate for President Controversial statements by candidates
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Essential Question What is a citizen?
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Content Objective You can Define terms relating to citizenship
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Language Objective You can Apply academic vocabulary
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Agenda Complete warm up Current events discussion Loose ends Vocabulary
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Current Events The resignation of the Speaker of the House The Pope’s Visit One less Republican candidate for President Controversial statements by candidates
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Warm up 9-29-15 What is a citizen? Why would an immigrant wish to be naturalized?
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Essential Question Who are citizens?
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Content Objective You can Explain how one becomes a citizen
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Language Objective You can Apply academic vocabulary
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Agenda Complete warm up Who are citizens exercise Exit pass
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14 th Amendment “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and the State wherein they reside.” – The 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States
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Birth In addition to the naturalization process, the United States recognizes the U.S. citizenship of individuals according to two fundamental principles: jus soli, or right of birthplace jus sanguinis, or right of blood
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jus soli, or right of birthplace Born in the United States Born in a US Territory Born on US possessions (Ship or airplane, US Embassy, Some specific controlled spaces like military installations
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jus sanguinis, or right of blood One or both parents are US citizens. This used to be that both had to be citizens
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Advantages of being a citizen Naturalized citizens get unique rights and privileges, which include the right to vote the right to have a U.S. passport the right to the U.S. government’s protection when abroad the right to petition for green cards for your children and close relatives.
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Advantages of being a citizen Naturalized U.S. citizens cannot be deported or lose citizenship even if they commit a crime or choose to live elsewhere in the world, unless they misrepresented themselves to get citizenship or were ineligible at the time.
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NATURALIZATION Naturalization is the way immigrants become citizens of the United States.
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The general requirements for administrative naturalization include the following: A period of continuous residence and physical presence in the United States Ability to read, speak, and write words in ordinary usage in the English language Knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government Good moral character
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And Attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution Favorable disposition toward the United States The naturalization requirements may be modified or waived for certain applicants, such as spouses of U.S. citizens.
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Warm up 9-30-15 Where in the Constitution is Citizenship defined? If you are a US Citizen what are you automatically a citizen of as well? How can one be born a US Citizen? What are 3 requirements to be naturalized?
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Warm up 9-29-15 4 th Block Complete exit pass
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Essential Question What is expected of Citizens?
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Content Objective You can Describe the duties and responsibilities of a US citizen
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Language Objective You can Apply academic vocabulary
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Agenda Complete warm up Duties and Responsibilities
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What does it mean to be a United States citizen?What does it mean to be a United States citizen?
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Duties and Responsibilities It has privilege and responsibilityIt has privilege and responsibility
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Duties and Responsibilities A US citizen is entitled to all the rights and protections provided by the ConstitutionA US citizen is entitled to all the rights and protections provided by the Constitution
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Duties and Responsibilities A citizen can help select out leadersA citizen can help select out leaders
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Duties and Responsibilities The Duties of a citizen are established by law and may lead to criminal prosecution if not fulfilled
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Duties and Responsibilities There are Four duties all citizens must do.
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Duties and Responsibilities 1.Obey the law
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Duties and Responsibilities 2. Paying taxes
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Duties and Responsibilities 3.Serve in armed forces if called
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Duties and Responsibilities 4. Serve on a jury or act as a witness in court
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Duties and Responsibilities At the top of each section write one of the Duties and then draw a picture that represents itAt the top of each section write one of the Duties and then draw a picture that represents it
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Duties and Responsibilities In addition to duties citizens also have responsibilities. These are very importantIn addition to duties citizens also have responsibilities. These are very important
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Duties and Responsibilities Citizens need to do these to help make a better societyCitizens need to do these to help make a better society They are not required by lawThey are not required by law
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Duties and Responsibilities 1. Register and vote
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Duties and Responsibilities 2. Hold elective office
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Duties and Responsibilities 3. Participate in campaigns
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Duties and Responsibilities 4. Influence government by communicating with government officials
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Duties and Responsibilities 5. Keep informed on current issues
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Duties and Responsibilities 6. Serve in voluntary or appointed positions
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Duties and Responsibilities 7. Respect others rights to equal voice in government
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Duties and Responsibilities What is the difference between a duty and a responsibility?What is the difference between a duty and a responsibility?
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Warm up 10-1-15 Complete hand out
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Essential Question What basic rights can citizens expect in the United States?
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Content Objective You can Describe the 1st Amendment Rights and Dues process
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Language Objective You can Apply academic vocabulary
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Agenda Complete warm up First Amendment organizer
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First Amendment In the First Amendment say Congress shall make no law…
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Respecting an establishment of religion, or exercising the free practice thereof
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Abridging the freedom of speech
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(Abridging) the Freedom of the Press
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(Abridging the right ) To petition the government for redress of grievances
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(Abridging the right ) To peaceful assembly
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Also important Due Process: Fair treatment under law Federal laws: 5 th amendment State laws: 14 th amendment
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Discussion Question No freedom is absolute. Generally Your freedoms end when they interfere with another’s freedom. In the space at the bottom of the page suggest a reason why one of these freedoms might be restricted
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Complete the back
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Warm up 10-2-15 What are the two parts of freedom of religion? What is the difference between freedom of speech and press?
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Essential Question What are the elements of US Citizenship?
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Content Objective You can Relate what it means to be a US citizen
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Language Objective You can Apply previous learning
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Agenda Complete warm up Citizenship organizer (Promethean Exercise) Brain pop
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https://www.brainpop.com/socialst udies/usgovernmentandlaw/citize nship/https://www.brainpop.com/socialst udies/usgovernmentandlaw/citize nship/
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