Naturalization
Civic Duties
Civic Responsibilities
Character Traits
Effective Participation and Community Service
100
Elizabeth has been in the U.S. for 4 years and decided that she wants to become a citizen, however she must wait one more year before she can even ______________________
What is Apply
100
Jim really wants the new Call of Duty videogame but doesn’t have enough money to buy it. So he opens the case and slips the disk into his jacket. Which Civic duty is Jim not following?
What is Obeying the Law
100
Amy hates the direction the country is going and blames the current President for it. She wants to make her opinion known during the next election. Which civic responsibility will best help her?
What is Register and Vote
100
Tom had a game last night and didn’t do his homework. When the teacher asked him if it was because the game ended late that he did not finish, Tom said no, it was his own fault. The teacher smiled and gave him an extra day because he showed which character trait?
What is accountability
100
Jack is 15 minutes late for work but still slows down to 35 as he approaches the Lake Anna Bridge construction zone. How is Jack participating in civic life effectively?
What is Respect for the Law
200
Jordan has lived in the U.S. for 10 years and has already declared his intent and applied for citizenship, however, when he went to take the test he asked for a translator and was denied citizenship. Why?
What is You must be able to read, speak, and write in English
200
Brad Pitt recently was arrested because he owes the government (IRS) 12 million dollars. Which civic duty would have helped him avoid his arrest?
What is Pay Taxes
200
Clinton feels like the local park would make a great location for a 4H sponsored fundraiser so he writes a letter to his mayor asking if his organization can use it. Which civic responsibility is Clinton exemplifying?
What is Communicating with Government Officials
200
Blake wakes herself up every morning for school. She also makes breakfast, packs her lunch, and takes out the dog before she leaves. Which character trait does Blake have?
What is Self-Reliance
200
When Louisa had an earthquake on August 23, 2011 the county came together and created a schedule that helped the students get back to school as soon as possible in order to preserve their summer vacation. This is an example of
What is Devising and Implementing a Plan
300
Sal has been an American citizen for 30 years and has lived in America since he was 9 but he can never run for President, Why?
What is Only Native-Born citizens can run for President
300
Sarah opens a letter that requests her presence at the Louisa County Court House on Thursday to testify in a case. Which civic duty must Sarah fulfill?
What is Serving in court if summoned as a witness
300
Judy, the local PTA Chairwoman has been reading every newspaper article and watching every news segment on the progress of the new High School. Which civic responsibility does this show?
What is Keeping informed about current issues
300
Before the football game Mr. Hayes stood up and removed his hat during the Star Spangled Banner. Mr. Hayes is showing which character trait?
What is Patriotism
300
When writing a speech about health care the candidate looked at various news articles, insurance reports, and talked to many people in order to get his information. This is an example of what?
What is Analyzing information from a variety of sources
400
Jennifer studied Math and Science before she took the citizenship test but did not pass because she forgot to study which subject(s)?
What is American History Civics English
400
When Jason turns 18 he receives a letter from the U.S. Army that he must answer. Which civic duty does this letter pertain to?
What is Serving in the Armed Forces if called (draft)
400
Samantha doesn’t like the way her city handles many situations and decided that the only way to truly change things would be to run for mayor herself. This is an example of which civic responsibility?
What is Holding Elected Office
400
Carl bumped into Ann by mistake when walking down the hall when he was late for class. Instead of continuing to run to class Carl apologized and helped Ann pick up her things he had knocked down. Which character trait was Carl showing?
What is Courtesy
400
Sally volunteered to help at the local polling place during the local election. This is an example of what?
What is Supporting your local democratic institutions
500
What does BNDATO stand for?
What is Birth, Naturalization, Declaration of intent, Application, Test, Oath
500
You are performing this particular civic duty right now
What is going to school
500
Johnny wanted to help get his local mayor another term in office so he handed out flyers, buttons, and signs in support of the mayor. Which civic responsibility was Johnny taking part of?
Participating in political campaigns
500
Mary was late for class because she had helped a new student in the hall find her class. Mary's teacher did not give her a tardy when she told him the story. Which two character traits must Mary always show for her teacher to believe her?
What is Trustworthiness and Honesty
500
Tim watched many presidential debates, browsed each candidate's webpage, and went to a speech by each candidate before voting. How was Tim effectively participating in civic life?
Being an informed voter
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