Duties and Responsibilities of US Citizens

What is the source of the government's power in a democratic society?

• The citizens

• The laws

• The government officials

• The constitution

What does it mean to have individual freedom in a democratic society?

• Citizens can do anything they want without consequences

• Citizens have limited freedom and must obey all government rules

• Citizens have the freedom to make choices within the boundaries of the law

• Citizens have no freedom and must follow the orders of the government

What is one duty of citizenship in a democratic society?

• Obeying laws, even if you disagree with them

• Ignoring laws that you don't like

• Choosing which laws to follow

• Creating your own laws

What is the purpose of paying taxes as a citizen?

• To fund the government and maintain order

• To support the military

• To provide free services to citizens

• To benefit the wealthy individuals

What is one responsibility of citizenship in a democratic society?

• Keeping oneself well-informed about government actions and current events

• Ignoring government actions and current events

• Only relying on biased news sources for information

• Avoiding discussions and debates about political issues

What is the role of citizens in a democratic society?

• Citizens have no role

• Citizens are responsible for electing their representatives

• Citizens are responsible for making laws

• Citizens are responsible for enforcing laws

What is the importance of a constitution in a democratic society?

• It provides a set of rules and principles for the government

• It is not important

• It provides a list of government officials

• It provides a history of the country

What is one way to participate actively in a democratic society?

• Voting in elections

• Ignoring elections

• Only voting when the outcome is certain

• Believing that one vote doesn't make a difference

What is one characteristic of a democratic society?

• Freedom of speech and expression

• Controlled media and censorship

• One-party rule

• Hereditary leadership

What is the primary role of taxes in a country's economy?

• To fund public services and infrastructure

• To increase the wealth of the government

• To reduce the income of citizens

• To support private businesses