CITIZENSHIP

The child moved to the United States from Romania to attend college. His mother is a permanent resident.

• Law of Blood

• Law of Soil

• Not a U.S. citizen

The quote in the image is from the 14th Amendment of the United States Constitution. Based on the quote, who would be considered a U.S. citizen?

• anyone who has good moral character

• only people who are born in the United States

• only people who are naturalized in the United States

• anyone who has been born or naturalized in the United States

Which action is an example of a citizen meeting a civic responsibility?

• paying taxes

• obeying laws

• serving on a jury

• voting in elections

Which action provides a citizen with the opportunity to impact the common good?

• completing homework on time

• volunteering for recycling projects

• spreading information about a political candidate

• joining an interest group to push a particular political view

What obligation requires male citizens aged 18-25 to register for the military in case a draft is needed to defend the nation?

• jury duty

• pay taxes

• vote in elections

• selective service

The list below describes the general requirements to complete a process.

-pass a U.S. Civics test

-complete an interview

-take an oath to the Constitution

-prove English fluency

-good moral character

Which title best completes the list?

• Obtaining a Valid United States Visa

• Becoming a Naturalized United States Citizen

• Registering for the United States Selective Service

• Qualifying for United States Citizenship through Law of Blood

Why is it important for citizens to fulfill the obligation represented in this document?

• to provide defense for the nation

• to provide citizens with social services

• to protect the right to a trial by one’s peers

• to protect the right to petition the government

The scenario below shows a sequence of events.

Voter turnout is low - only 30% of eligible voters

vote in the city election.

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Mayor wins the election by only 1%.

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Mayor approves a law that most of the public

disagrees with.

In the scenario above, in which way did civic participation most impact society and have a

lasting effect?

• Low voter turnout led to unpopular laws getting passed.

• The mayor took advantage of the office by becoming corrupt.

• The mayor winning by such a small margin shows political strength.

• Low voter turnout led to many citizens exercising their responsibilities.

The image below shows a voting sign. Based on the image, which of the following statements can be concluded?

• Naturalization has decreased voter turnout.

• Naturalization has impacted economic systems.

• Naturalization has impacted the political process.

• Naturalization has decreased participation in lawmaking.

The child was born in an American military base in Germany while his mother was serving in the army.

• Law of Blood

• Law of Soil

• Not a U.S Citizen