| A | B |
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| civics | the study of citizenship and goverment |
| self reliance | reliant on one's own abilities rather than those of others |
| government | the organizations, instiutitons, & individuals who exercise political authority over a group of people |
| immigrants | people who came from other countries and adopted American customs |
| aliens | permanent residents of the U.S. who are still citizens of other countries |
| naturalization | the legal process by which an alien may become a citizen |
| refugees | people who are trying to escape dangers in their home countries |
| constitution | a written plan of government |
| rights | a moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act a certain way |
| responsibilities | things we SHOULD do |
| duties | things we MUST do |
| allegiance | loyalty |
| patriotism | love of one's country |
| accountability | being responsible |
| citizen | a legally recognized member of a country |
