Citizenship Unit

What obligation requires male citizens aged 18-25 to register for the military to defend the nation?

• jury duty

• pay taxes

• vote in elections

• selective service

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

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.

What civic obligation protects the rights of people accused of crimes?

• serving on a jury

• paying federal taxes

• petitioning the government

• registering for selective services

Based on the issue presented in the cartoon, what is the most likely consequence on society?

• voter registration would grow

• lack of productivity in civic meetings

• citizens contributing to the common good would increase

• unequal representation for various groups within government

The table below shows the obligations of citizens. Which of the following phrases best completes the chart?

• Run for office

• Live together safely

• Be informed citizens

• Request government changes

Why is it important for citizens to fulfill their obligation of serving in a jury?

• 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

Which would be the first step in addressing a public policy concern?

• identifying the problem

• evaluating the public policy alternatives

• determining a plan of action to implement immediately

• identifying the appropriate level of government to address the problem

Which characteristic completes the Venn diagram?

• Citizenship at birth

• Does not include voting rights

• Citizenship through naturalization

• Requires residence in the United States

According to the 14th Amendment, who would be considered a natural-born citizen of the United States?

• an immigrant living in Georgia

• a naturalized citizen living in Illinois

• a person born in America and living in Texas

• a resident who lives in Florida and was born in Cuba