Students of Civics

"All persons born or naturalized in the United States... are citizens of the United States and the state wherein they reside."

The above statement from the Constitution is part of what amendment? 

• First amendment

• The Preamble

• Fifth Amendment

• Fourteenth Amendment

What happens if citizens do not fulfill their civic responsibilities?

• They must pay higher taxes

• They face legal consequences

• They miss an opportunity to contribute to the common good

• They lose their citizenship

Which of the following is the final step of the naturalization process?

• Get fingerprinted

• Apply for a visa or "Green Card"

• Take an oath of allegiance

• Take and pass tests on Civics, English and US History

"All persons born or naturalized in the United States...are citizens of the United States and the state wherein they reside."

The above excerpt from the Constitution of the United States does what? 

• describes the way you can become a citizen of the United States

• has led to a diverse society 

• describes the naturalization process

• is continued in the First Amendment 

What is the study of citizenship and government?

• Civics

• Politics

• Voting

• none of the above

Which phrase describes popular sovereignty?

• the people have the power

• the people are controlled by the monarchy

• the people do not have the right to vote

What is the main purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To establish the framework of the government

• To outline the rights of citizens

• To create state laws

What is the main purpose of a constitution in a government?

• To declare war

• To outline the rights of citizens

• To collect taxes

• To build infrastructure

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Federal

What is one responsibility of a U.S. citizen?

• To travel abroad

• To vote in elections

• To own property

• To start a business