Naturalization
In order to apply for U.S. citizenship, a legal alien must be this age:
18 years old
Another word for the idea that all citizens must “respect the rights, beliefs and opinions of others” is called:
Tolerance
Originally, who who could vote?
Landowning white men
The most basic duty that every citizen must follow (or else):
Obey the law
The money the government owes (38 trillion and counting):
National debt
Officially known as the permanent residency card:
Green Card
Someone who is NOT a member of a community with a government and laws is known as a(n) ____________.
Alien
Which amendment tells police officers that they need probable cause (and a warrant) to search you?
4th Amendment
This duty requires everyone to pay these to fund the country:
Paying taxes
Taxes that get higher the more money you make are called:
Progressive taxes
The final step in the naturalization process:
An oath of allegiance
Which amendment defines U.S. citizenship?
The 14th Amendment
This amendment guarantees your right to a lawyer and jury in a criminal case:
6th Amendment
This duty determines the innocence or guilt of your peers in a court of law:
Jury duty
Money a person is allowed to subtract from their “gross” income, or total income is called:
Tax deductions
The legal name for birthright citizenship:
Jus Soli
Name 3 responsibilities of citizens:
Answers include:
Volunteering, watching the news, running for local office, voting, etc.
The clause that states the government cannot promote a specific religion:
Establishment Clause
You must attend this institution (even if you don't want to):
School!!
Every year, most income earners in the U.S. are expected to complete a ________________ by April 15th to send into the IRS (Internal Revenue Service).
Federal Tax Return (1040 Form)
When someone gives up their citizenship voluntarily:
Expatriation
What kind of citizen can be described as a person who focuses on taking care of themselves by doing things like obeying the law and paying their taxes?
A personally responsible citizen
When was the 14th Amendment passed?
1868
Selective service
By far, the largest category of expenditures or expenses our government has is:
Social spending (Medicare/Social Security)