Civics for 7th grade Flashcards
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Why was the Marbury vs Madison case so important?
the United States Supreme Court, for the first time in United States history, ruled that a law was unconstitutional. And the significance of this is that it really showed and emphasized the separation of powers between the executive branch, the legislative branch, and the judicial branch.
Why was the Plessy vs Ferguson case so important?
he United States Supreme Court said that under the Constitution, state laws that required racial segregation were valid, were okay, as long as the accommodations were separate but equal.
After this case was decided, the committee of citizens from New Orleans had this quote, “We, as free men, still believe that we were right, and our cause is sacred.”
What mad Brown vs Board of education so significant?
In the decision of Brown v. Board of Education, the United States Supreme Court said that separate but equal facilities are inherently unequal. And by this decision, the United States Supreme Court reversed the earlier United States Supreme Court case in Plessy v. Ferguson. And from this moment on, from the time of the rendering of Brown v. Board of Education, the law of the land was that segregation was illegal.
What is a state militia.
A reserve army created and maintained by the states in case of an emergency.
Why is the case of District of Columbia vs Heller so important.
The supreme court ruled that citizens were able to own firearms.
What was the great depression
The great depression was a huge economic downturn that lasted from 1929 to 1939.
List 6 examples of visual arts.
drawing painting photograph sculpture film or movie computer graphics
List 4 examples of performing arts.
music
dance
actors
comedians
What does writ of habeas corpus mean?
suspects who believe they have been in jail too long without reason can request a writ of habeas corpus. From this request, a court can order the suspect’s release or appearance in court. It can also be used to appeal state court decisions to the federal government.
What is a no ex post facto law?
citizens cannot be punished for their actions that were legal when they occurred. For example, say a law is passed on July 1st making it illegal to talk on a cell phone while driving. People who received a ticket for this action before July 1st could challenge it in court.
What is the fourth amendment?
The amendment prevents police from searching or taking things people own for no reason.
What is the fifth amendment?
It says that government cannot force people to speak or provide evidence against themselves.
What is the sixth amendment?
The Sixth Amendment protects the right of people to a speedy, public, and fair trial by jury Suspects in crimes have the right to know the charges and evidence against them and to face their accusers.
What is the eighth amendment?
The Eighth Amendment protects people from
cruel or unusual punishments for crimes.
What is the fourteenth amendment
The Fourteenth Amendment gives all citizens equal protection under the law.
Why was the Gideon vs Wainwright case so important?
United States Supreme Court came out and said that someone who is charged with a criminal offense, they should be afforded the right to counsel even if they cannot afford counsel. And since that time in criminal cases if someone cannot afford to hire their own attorney the court will appoint an attorney to represent them.
Why was the Maranda vs Arizona case so significant?
The supreme court ruled that citizens must be informed of thier rights before and during the arrest process.
What is In Re Gault?
Juveniles have the same rights as adults during trial and prosecution.
What are the five types of expression?
Speech Press Assembly Religious expression Petition
What is speech?
Speech is communication through spoken words and gestures. Examples of speech are wearing a shirt with an American flag on it, giving a speech about online classes, or telling others why you support a certain person running for political office. Speech could even be making a peace sign with your hand!
What is press?
The press includes all of the people involved in gathering and reporting the news. For example, a newspaper editor who comments on the remarks of political leaders or a news website editor that shared ideas for improving national security are exercising freedom of the press. A magazine article writer complaining about health care laws is another example of freedom of the press at work.
What is Assembly?
An assembly is the coming together of people for a common purpose. Examples of an assembly include a local organization sponsoring a holiday parade or a political leader holding a street rally to gain supporters. A public protest against a new government policy or people from a neighborhood meeting to discuss community issues are all examples of assembly.
What is Religious expression?
Religious expression is the communication of religious beliefs, thoughts, or feelings. Religious expression includes people gathering in a religious building, such as a church, to worship together. It could also include a group of teens meeting to study the Bible and share their thoughts. Beginning a meeting with a prayer could also be an example of religious expression.
What are petitions?
A petition is a formal request, or the action of making a formal request to government to address a problem. Examples of petitions include people signing a letter to show support for government action on a certain issue or sending a personal request for legal help to a member of Congress. Gathering signatures from voters as a step toward adding a proposal for a new law to the next election ballot is a form of petition. Simply talking to a political leader about a problem is another example of petitioning.
