U.S. Citizenship and Rights

This video tutorial on Simple Civics covers key aspects of the civics test, focusing on the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizens. It explains responsibilities exclusive to citizens, such as voting in federal elections, and discusses amendments related to voting rights. The video also highlights the rights of all U.S. residents, including freedom of assembly and speech. It outlines promises made by new citizens, such as loyalty to the U.S., and describes ways to participate in democracy, like running for office. Additionally, it provides information on tax deadlines and Selective Service registration.

What is the main focus of the Simple Civics video?

• The rights and responsibilities section of the civics test

• The geography of the United States

• The economic system of the United States

• The history of the United States

Which responsibility is exclusive to U.S. citizens?

• Paying taxes

• Serving on a jury

• Obeying the law

• Voting in a federal election

What is one amendment related to voting rights?

• Only citizens over 30 can vote

• Only men can vote

• Only property owners can vote

• Any citizen can vote

What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?

• Freedom of assembly and freedom of speech

• Freedom to own property and freedom of religion

• Freedom to travel and freedom to work

• Freedom of press and freedom to bear arms

What promise do you make when becoming a U.S. citizen?

• To be loyal to the United States

• To serve in the military

• To pay taxes

• To vote in every election

What do we show loyalty to when saying the Pledge of Allegiance?

• The Constitution

• The American flag

• The United States

• The President

How can Americans participate in their democracy?

• By running for office and writing to a newspaper

• By paying taxes and serving on a jury

• By attending school and working

• By traveling and voting

When is the deadline to send in federal income tax forms?

• March 15th

• April 15th

• May 15th

• June 15th

At what age must men register for the Selective Service?

• 22

• 20

• 18

• 16

What is one way Americans can express their opinions publicly?

• By voting

• By writing to a newspaper

• By paying taxes

• By serving on a jury