The Handy Civics Answer Book (eBook)

How to be a Good Citizen

David L. Hudson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
567 Seiten
Visible Ink Press (Verlag)
978-1-57859-861-8 (ISBN)

Infos

Citizenship Unleashed: Nurturing Democracy and Strengthening America! Delve into the essence of citizenship and the part we play in the functioning of our government with this enlightening guide!From rights and responsibilities to creating the Constitution and the shape of the government, citizens have a central role in the governance of the United States. A vital guide that explores the duties and responsibilities of an American citizen, The Handy Civics Answer Book: How to Be a Good Citizen also explains the three branches of government and the political processes that influence their functioning. From intriguing historical tidbits to the intricate inner workings of the law, this book is a treasure trove of civics knowledge. This illuminating book answers more than 600 of the most intriguing questions about civics, citizenship, and the government, including What does the Declaration of Independence say? What were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation? How did the Constitutional Convention delegates deal with the issue of slavery? Who actually wrote the U.S. Constitution? What were the Federalist Papers? What are the Powers of Congress? Why did the Framers want to limit the powers of Congress? What are the duties of the president of the United States? What is the presidential oath? How was the U.S. Supreme Court created? Can Supreme Court justices be impeached? What is the Bill of Rights? What rights do citizens possess? What are some leading civic responsibilities? What legal duties may only citizens perform? What does a citizen need to do to vote? How does one become a U.S. citizen? What is the Oath of Allegiance? What does the U.S. Constitution say about state government? Who funds public schooling in the United States? Do state governments have police powers?Whether through the vote, exercising our free speech rights, defending our country, serving on a jury, respecting laws, staying informed, or respecting the rights, beliefs, and opinions of others, The Handy Civics Answer Book will arm you with the knowledge you need to be an informed and active participant in the democratic process. This compelling resource to Washington, governance, and civic duties is ideal for anyone interested in American politics and government or who is simply seeking to become a more engaged citizen. With more than 120 photos, this tome is richly illustrated. Its helpful bibliography provides sources for further exploration, and an extensive index adds to its usefulness.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.6.2024
• Reihe/Serie: The Handy Answer Book Series
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung ► Politische Systeme
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung ► Politische Theorie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung ► Staat / Verwaltung
• Schlagworte: 3 branches of government • American civics and government • American Federal Government • American Government • american government and politics today • american history 101 • American history books • american history books for adults • american history lied we are not black • American Politics • A People's History of the United States • ap government and politics • ap us government • ap us government and politics • asap us government and politics • bill of obligations • civics • civics for dummies • civics study • civics today • constitution for dummies • democracy awakening book • dk united states government • everything you need to ace american history • Government For Dummies • How america works • how democracies die • how to read the constitution and why • Infographic Guide to American Government • omg what does the constitution actually say • omgwtf does the constitution • Politics • politics for dummies • Scholastic's Guide to Civics • supreme court for dummies • the constitution of the united states of america book • Understanding Your Government • USA 2025 • us citizenship flash cards • us citizenship test study guide • us constitution and bill of rights • US Government • US government and politics • us government book • us political • what does the constitution say • what you should know about politics but don’t
• ISBN-10: 1-57859-861-3 / 1578598613
• ISBN-13: 978-1-57859-861-8 / 9781578598618