U2 Citizen Test Review 2

What does showing respect for the rights of others involve?

• Limiting their choices
• Ignoring different opinions
• Recognizing and upholding their freedoms
• Speaking over them often

Your neighbor plays loud music. You ask them to turn it down, respecting their right to listen and your right to quiet. What civic principle are you applying?

• Always being silent
• Only caring about yourself
• Avoiding all disagreements
• Respecting the rights of others

Why is it important to respect the rights of others in civic life?

• To ensure a fair and just society
• To make people like you more
• To always get your own way
• To avoid any disagreements

A new law in your town might hurt local businesses. Which action shows you are peacefully working for change in the community?

• Joining a group to support local businesses and talk to leaders
• Spreading rumors about the new law
• Yelling at town hall meetings
• Ignoring the new law when it passes

Voting is NOT a civic duty. Which of these IS generally considered a civic duty that contrasts with voting?

• Serving on a jury
• Attending sporting events
• Buying groceries
• Watching TV shows

Which of the following is NOT considered a civic duty?

• Obeying laws
• Paying taxes
• Serving on a jury
• Voting

Voting is not a civic duty. Which choice best explains why some people might still see voting as a responsibility?

• It only benefits the person who votes
• It is always required by law for everyone
• It helps choose leaders and shape the future of society
• It prevents all disagreements

A group wants to stop a new park from closing. They write letters and gather signatures. Is this an effective form of civic participation to address community needs?

• Yes, but only if they yell loudly
• Yes, it is a peaceful way to show support and influence decisions
• No, the government never listens
• No, only protests work

What is one important way civic participation can help a community?

• Watching television news
• Organizing a food drive
• Buying new clothes
• Playing video games

Which method is a way to peacefully ask the government for change?

• Ignoring new rules
• Yelling at officials
• Blocking traffic with cars
• Organizing a peaceful protest