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At its next meeting, the city council is going to vote on a new rule that many citizens do not like. What should the citizens do to try to get the council members to vote against the new rule?
a) write letters to the council members
b ) threaten to move to a different city
c) vote for different people in the next election
a) write letters to the council members
100
In order to protect the rights of people in the United States and help people in need, it is important that the laws passed by the US government:
a) prevent people from questioning the government.
b) benefit the rich and powerful.
c) promote the common good.
c) promote the common good.
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Citizens are free to exercise their rights. In return, which set of activities are they expected to perform?
a) being informed on most issues and voting regularly
b) volunteering often and protesting several times a year
c) being informed on all issues and writing the government regularly
a) being informed on most issues and voting regularly
100
Which of the following are important for citizens in a democratic country?
a) voting in local, state, and national elections
b) refusing to obey laws that one does not like
c) trying to make as much money as possible
a) voting in local, state, and national elections
100
Promoting the principles (beliefs) of American democracy is a duty of all citizens.
One of the principles is respecting the rights of others. Which of the following is a way in which a citizen can show this principle?
a) by donating money to charity after a natural disaster
b) by volunteering to pick up trash next to a busy highway
c) by changing the date of a meeting so someone can observe a religious holiday
d) by voting for a presidential candidate whose religion is different from the citizen's religion
c) by changing the date of a meeting so someone can observe a religious holiday
200
Which of the following public duties is required of all US citizens?
a) volunteering one's time
b) voting in elections
c) donating money
d) obeying the law
d) obeying the law
200
Which of the following is NOT a good way to promote the common good?
a) picking up trash along a beach
b) serving in student government
c) volunteering at a local soup kitchen
d) complaining to friends about a new law
d) complaining to friends about a new law
200
Raul wants to be a good citizen and hopes that he can help make his community better. What is one way that Raul can help serve his community?
a) riding his bicycle to work
b) watching a youth softball game
c) reading the newspaper every morning
d) delivering food for senior citizens in need
d) delivering food for senior citizens in need
200
Which civic duty BEST fits the description?
a) respecting the property of others
b) serving on a jury
c) giving one's time by volunteering
c) giving one's time by volunteering
200
How old does a citizen have to be to vote?
18
300
Michaels sees problems in the community and wants change to happen. Michael is 18, what can he do about these problems that he could NOT do before he was 18?
a) speak at public meetings and visit the capital of his state
b) register to vote and vote for people who listen to members of the community
c) send e-mails to city workers known for listening to members of the community
b) register to vote and vote for people who listen to members of the community
300
What is the goal of citizenship and participation in politics and public service?
To contribute to the common good
300
What are some ways that citizens can stay informed on important topics related to law-making and their community and country?
Read a newspaper or article online, watch television news stations or other reasonable answer.
300
Which service project would contribute to the common good?
a) having a neighborhood party
b) finishing your homework on time
c) planning a neighborhood recycling program
c) planning a neighborhood recycling program
300
Which of the following is a responsibility of a citizen, but not a requirement?
a) obeying laws
b) paying taxes
c) attending civic meetings
c) attending civic meetings
400
What could Michael do to help solve these problems in his community if he was NOT 18? Select all that apply.
a) vote in the next election
b) call the governor's office
c) speak at the next city council meeting
b) call the governor's office
c) speak at the next city council meeting
400
To make an official choice about a leader and a law. This is one of our rights.
To vote.
400
Why is it important that citizens obey law voluntarily (by choice, because they know it is the right thing to do)?
It is important because laws are created to keep citizens safe.
400
What word does this describe?
Being a legal member of a nation and having full rights and responsibilities under the law.
Citizen or citizenship
400
True or False:
Spending an afternoon working in your garden is an example of contributing to the common good.
False.
500
Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom.
Rights of citizens
500
Give an example of respecting the rights of others.
Answers will vary but can include situations in which a citizens respects the beliefs and opinions of others.
500
What are some benefits to volunteering in your community?
Examples can include:
-Makes your community a better place to live
-Opportunity to learn, meet new people, improve yourself
-Make a difference in someone's life
500
Ms. Foley disagrees with recent cuts to school funding. As a citizen and voter, what can she do to help bring about change?
Contact a local elected public official or vote for someone else in the next election.
500
Describe what it means to contribute to the common good.
Example: To make choices that have a positive influence on your community and to think of others.