Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 1 Student Name: Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Date: In completing this study guide, you will need to draw on your knowledge from throughout the 3 rd nine weeks. You may even have to research topics you are not familiar with or may seem new to you (We haven t covered EVERYTHING just yet). I. The Articles of Confederation (Chapter 5) Vocabulary Review: Define the following terms in relation to the Federal Government: Articles of Confederation Constitution Bicameral Ratify Ordinance of 1785 Northwest Ordinance Shay s Rebellion The Constitutional Convention The Virginia Plan The New Jersey Plan Great Compromise Three Fifths Compromise Electoral College Federalist Anti-Federalist
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 2 The Articles of Confederation How was the government set up under the Articles of Confederation? What powers did the federal government have under the Articles of Confederation? What weaknesses were created/arose as a result of the Articles of Confederation? Why was it difficult to pass laws under the Articles of Confederation? What issue did the Three-Fifths Compromise solve? Describe the views of the Federalists. How did they feel about ratifying the Constitution? Describe the views of the Anti- Federalists. How did they feel about ratifying the Constitution? What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers? How did the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the Constitution? II. The Constitution (Chapter 5) Vocabulary Review: Define the following terms in relation to the Federal Government: Ordain Precedent Rule of Law Equal
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 3 Segregation Rights Civil ex post- facto Habeas corpus States rights Double jeopardy Due Process Eminent-domain Search and seizure Suffrage The Constitution What was the Constitutional Convention? Who was there? Why was the Constitution written? What were the intentions of the Founding Fathers in regards to the writing of the Constitution? What was the argument between the Anti-Federalist and the Federalist? How did their viewpoints shape the writing of the Constitution? What is the purpose and meaning of the Preamble to the US Constitution?
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 4 What does Article I of the US Constitution state? Describe its meaning and content. What does Article II of the US Constitution state? Describe its meaning and content. What does Article III of the US Constitution state? Describe its meaning and content. What do Articles IV-VII of the US Constitution state? Describe its meaning and content. III. The Bill of Rights (Chapter 6) The Bill of Rights Directions: Write out each Amendment to the Bill of Rights. Following, describe what each amendment means and how it relates to events leading up to the revolution. Amendment I Amendment II Amendment III Amendment IV Amendment V
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 5 Amendment VI Amendment VII Amendment VIII Amendment IX Amendment X IV. Amending the Constitution Vocabulary Review: Define the following terms in relation to the Federal Government: Amend Ratify Suffrage Caucus Civil disobedience Poll Tax Black Codes Segregation Accused Amending the Constitution What is the process/steps to amend the US Constitution?
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 6 What were the 13 th, 14 th, 15 th, 19 th, 24 th, and 26 th amendments and how did they impact/influence the landscape of the United States? Amendment 13: Amendment 14: Amendment 15: Amendment 19: Amendment 24: Amendment 26: Landmark Supreme Court Cases Summarize the background and significance of each case below: Gideon v. Wainwright Miranda v. Arizona Tinker v. Des Moines Hazelwood v Kuhlmeier
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 7 Marbury v. Madison Plessy v. Ferguson Brown v. Board of Education in re Gault United States v. Nixon Bush v. Gore American Law Vocabulary Review: Define the following terms in relation to the American Legal System and provide examples where applicable. Judicial Branch Judicial Review Constitutional Unconstitutional Nullify Supreme Court Appellate Court Federal Court System
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 8 1. Write in the different LEVELS of the federal court system in the pyramid, with the lowest level starting at the bottom. THEN, write in the different functions and powers of each level. State Court System Evidence Criminal Law Civil Law Constitutional Law Military Law Juvenile Law The Rule of Law Jury Felony
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 9 Misdemeanor Lawsuit Precedent Statute Case Law Writ of Habeas Corpus Ex post facto law Search warrant Double Jeopardy Bail Plaintiff Defendant Summons Understanding American Law and the American Legal System 1. What is the rule of law and how does it relate to your daily lives? 2. Explain the trial process at the various levels of the court system. 3. What are some reasons that society needs laws? 4. What is the difference between civil and criminal laws? 5. Explain the meaning of plaintiff and defendant by describing their roles in a lawsuit.
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 10 6. What are the differences between misdemeanors and felonies? The Florida Government and the Constitution Vocabulary Review: Define the following terms in relation to the Florida Government and the Constitution Suburb Metropolitan Ordinance Charter Governor Mayor City Council City Commissioners County Town Public Policy The Federal System Reserved Powers Expressed Powers Concurrent Powers Supremacy Clause Line-Item Veto Understanding the Relationship between State and Federal Government 1. Compare the Florida Compare and contrast the Preambles of both Constitutions: Constitution to the
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 11 United States Constitution. Compare and contrast the set-up and structures of the governments in both Constitutions: Compare and contrast the rights established for the citizens as written in both Constitutions: Compare and contrast the amendment process as written established in both Constitutions: 2. Explain the division of powers between state and federal governments (i.e. State laws vs federal laws, reserved powers and concurrent powers etc) 3. How the Florida State Government is structured? The Executive Branch 1. What is the leader of the Executive Branch called in the state of Florida? 2. Who is he/she? 3. What are the powers and duties of a governor? 4. Explain the difference between a veto and a line-item veto. 5. What are some of departments that fall under the Executive Branch? Why do you think these departments exist? 6. What is the cabinet and what does it do? The Legislative Branch 1. How many seats (possible elected officials) are there in the Florida State House of Representatives?
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 12 2. How many seats (possible elected officials) are there in the Florida State Senate? 3. What is the term limit for state senators in Florida? State representatives? 4. Who are YOUR elected officials: state senate, state representative etc? NOTE: This will vary depending on where you live within Seminole county. 5. How does the legislative branch pass laws in the state of Florida? The Judicial Branch 1. What happens in a lower or trial court? 2. What is the difference between a lower court and a higher court? 3. What is the purpose of the state court system? 4. What is the law making process at the state level?
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 13 5. Write in the different LEVELS of Florida s court system in the diagram, with the lowest level starting at the bottom. THEN, write in the different functions and powers of each level. 6. What are some services and obligations provided to the citizens by the state government? Your Local Government Vocabulary Review: Define the following terms in relation to local government. Incorporate City Charter Home Rule Ordinance At-Large Election Special District
Civics 3 rd Quarter Civics Study Guide Page 14 County County Seat Levy Town Township Town Meeting Village Understanding Your Local Government 1. What is the difference between a strong-mayor system and a weakmayor system? 2. What advantage does a city manager have over a mayor in running city government? 3. What is a city charter, and what is its purpose? 4. Explain the relationship between a county and a county seat. 5. What are some obligations provided to you be your local government? How do they impact your daily lives?