Citizenship 1
Either I was born on American soil or one of my parents is an American citizen.
Birthright Citizenship or Citizenship by Birth
The legal process of becoming a citizen.
Naturalization
A person that moves to live in a new country.
Immigrant
In terms of citizenship. What does the SSS stand for?
Selective Service System
What are the two major political parties in the United States?
Democratic & Republican Parties
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
Bill of Rights
I can vote and hold office, the right to say or write what I think, the right to follow my religion, the right to a fair trial and government protection in a foreign country.
"Rights" of Citizens
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
This amendment defines citizenship.
14th Amendment
Name one U.S. territory.
+100 for each additional correct terrtiory.
Puerto Rico
US Virgin Islands
American Samoa
Northern Mariana Islands
Guam
If you are born in the country where you are a citizen, you are a ______________________ citizen.
Natural Born
KY Civics Test Q
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15th
What is the supreme law of the land and sets up our government?
The US Constitution
I am 21 and an immigrant. I have spoken English since I was a child. I have since been in the military for 18 months. I am a good person but not sure what my next steps are to become a citizen. Can you help?
Pass the Civics Test and Interview
Take the Oath of Allegiance
I am 18 and an immigrant. After learning about history and government of US, I practiced reading and writing English. I have lived here legally for 5 years. I Took an oath of allegiance to the US... Completed the Steps to become a Citizen... What process did I just go through?
Naturalization
KY Civics Test Q
What did Susan B. Anthony do?
Fight for women’s rights and civil rights
What is the National Holiday that celebrates independence from England, what is the date, and what is the document.
Independence Day
July 4, 1776
Declaration of Independence
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
In the US, your citizenship status is determined by the country where you were born, this is called Jus Soli or ___________.
Right of the Soil (Law of Soil)
Which Amendment (#) established the right to vote for all WOMEN in the US?
BONUS +300 List the first state to legalize voting for women.
19th Amendment
BONUS +300 Wyoming
A person who leaves their country to escape danger, such as a natural disaster, war...
Refugee
I pay taxes to the IRS. I drive the posted speed limit, I show up for jury duty. These are examples of _________________.
Duties of Citizens
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
+100 for each correct response.
War of 1812 Mexican-American War
Civil War Spanish-American War
By birth or choice - a member of a nation, owing loyalty and expecting rights and protection
Citizen
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27 Amendments
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
What are the five freedoms of the First Amendment?
Speech Religion Assembly
Press Petition
Which of these is NOT a duty:
a. Voting b. Serving on a jury
c. Paying taxes d. Selective Service
Voting
KY Civics Test Q
During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
Communism
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
This is the final step in the Naturalization process.
Oath of Allegiance
DOUBLE JEOPARDY - KY Civics Test Q
Name the most prolific writer of the Federalist Papers which supported the passage of the US Constitution.
Alexander Hamilton
Originally after the ratification of the Constitution, only 6% of the US population could vote. What group were originally the only person's allowed to vote?
White Males with Property
What is the name of the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives now?
Mike Johnson (R Louisiana)