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What is a citizen?
A member of a community who owes loyalty to a community and government.
After a storm hits Key West, 16-year-old Liam joins a local group to help clear debris from elderly neighbors' yards. What action are they doing? Is this an Obligation or Responsibility?
(Volunteering) Responsibility
What is the age requirement for naturalization?
Must be 18 or over.
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Elena moves to Florida from Italy. She lives here for five years, passes a civics test, and takes an Oath of Allegiance. Is she a citizen? Why?
yes, naturalization process
What are the four responsibilities of a US Citizen
Vote
Attend Civic Meetings
Petition the Government
Run for Office
What are the four duties of a US Citizen
Obey the Law
Pay Taxes
Serve on Jury
Defend the Nation
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What makes a person a citizen based on law of soil?
If you are born on land in the U.S. ( states, territories, or even airspace), you are a citizen.
What make a person a citizen based on law of blood?
If your parents are citizens, citizenship "runs in your blood," no matter where in the world you are born.
Carlos is driving in Orlando late at night. Even though no other cars are around, he stops at a red light and waits for it to turn green. What action is he doing? Is this a Obligation or Responsibility?
Obligation (Obeying Laws)
Mateo is born in a hospital in Orlando, Florida. His parents are citizens of Mexico who are visiting on vacation. Is he a citizen? why?
Yes, law of soil.
What must applicants demonstrate about their character?
They must have good moral character.
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A group of Naples students gathers signatures to ask the state legislature to pass stricter water protection laws. What action are they doing? Is this a Obligation or Responsibility?
(petitioning the government), responsibility
What is naturalization?
The legal process to gain citizenship to a country.
What Amendment Defines a US Citizen
14th
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A child is born on a cruise ship while it is in international waters. One parent is a U.S. citizen and one parent is from jamaica. Is the child a citizen? why or why not?
yes, law of blood
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How does the 14th Amendment define a US Citizen
A US Citizen is Natural Born or Naturalized
What are the requirements for the naturalization process?
18+ years old, 5 years residency (usually), good moral character, speak English, pass a Civics test, and take the Oath.
What is the significance of attending school as a duty?
It prepares students for future workplace environments and teaches collaboration.
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