Lesson 9

Citizenship

100

What is citizenship?

the status of being a legal member of a country.

200

What does it mean to have citizenship? 

 It grants individuals certain rights, such as protection from their government

300

How can you gain citizenship? 

By Naturalization and by birth

400

What protection do citizens receive from citizenship  

Citizens receive protection under the U.S. Constitution.

500

List the steps to becoming a U.S citizen? 

• Must Be 18 Years Old
  • A person must be at least 18 years old to apply for U.S. citizenship.
• Be a Legal Permanent Resident for at Least 5 Years
  • This means the person has a green card.
  • They must live in the United States legally for 5 years before applying.
• Know How to Read, Write, and Speak English
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    • The person must show they can read, write, and speak basic English.
  • Complete the Interview Process
    • The person meets with a government official.
    • They answer questions about their application, U.S. history, and government.
  • Take the Oath of Allegiance
    • The person promises to:
      • Support and defend the U.S. Constitution
      • Be loyal to the United States
      • Serve in the U.S. armed forces if called to do so

Citizenship

100

What are rights of citizens? 

Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion, and Right to Vote

200

What are the responsibilities of a citizen? 

Following Laws, Paying Taxes, and Jury Service

300

What are the duties of civic life?

Volunteering, Community Meetings, and Staying Informed

400

Why do citizens need to vote?

It allows citizens to have a voice

500

Citizens have __________ and ____________ to __________

Rights and responsibilities to follow 

Citizenship

100

Which statement BEST summarizes the connection between citizenship and democracy? 

A. Democracy exists without citizen involvement 

B. Citizenship requires democracy but democracy does not require citizens 

C. Citizens participate in democracy through rights and responsibilities

 D. Democracy only applies during elections

C. Citizens participate in democracy through rights and responsibilities

200

 How does staying informed strengthen democracy?
A. It reduces the need for elections
B. It allows citizens to participate thoughtfully in civic decisions
C. It replaces community involvement
D. It limits disagreement

B. It allows citizens to participate thoughtfully in civic decisions

300

In the process of becoming a citizen what step is first?

You must be 18 years old

400

During the Oath of Allegiance, what commitment is MOST essential?
A. Promising to vote in every election
B. Agreeing to follow all personal beliefs
C. Supporting and defending the U.S. Constitution
D. Serving in government immediately

C. Supporting and defending the U.S. Constitution

500

Citizenship means being loyal only to local laws, not federal laws. T/F

False