Civics
In hastings, in what grade do you have to take civics?
1. 9th grade
2. 10th grade
3. 12th grade
1. 9th grade!
how long do you have to live in the U.S for to become a citizen?
You must live in the U.S for 5 years
Does a 6th grader have the right to worship?
In fact, they do!
Does gov't protect the rights of people?
Yes, they do. (For proof, see constitution)
What language do you have to speak fluently (If you come from somewhere else) to live in the U.S?
What is... English!
Do you have to pay taxes as a 6th grader?
Some, if YOU spend the money. (example: you buying gum at target and theres a tax)
Definition of civics
The study of gov't
What is one of the ways to become a citizen?
Serve in the military
live on the land for 5 years
Be a good person
do you HAVE to participate in political process if your under 18?
No.
What does understanding civics mean?
You know the rights and responsibilities of a citizen.
do you have to be over 18 to be a citizen?
yes, only if you are not born there.
Can you become mayor if you are NOT a citizen?
No, you cannot. You must be a citizen to become mayor, governor, or even president.
What did the seal on the 2nd slide say? (No peeking! dont you DARE try to go back)
U.S department of homeland security. (DHS)
To be a citizen, (if your a kid) and your born in the country your in, do you have to take a citizenship test?
No, if your born there, you are legally a citizen without having to take a test.
spell R...............
RESPONSIBILITIES