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Federal Taxes
Responsibilities
Rights
Voting
BONUS
100

What is a tax?

a compulsory contribution to state revenue, levied by the government on workers' income and business profits, or added to the cost of some goods, services, and transactions.

100
What is one responsibility for a U.S citizen?
-Vote in a federal election
100
What is one right for everyone living in the U.S?
-Freedom to petition the government
100

How old do you have to be to vote?

-18

100

Name the three levels of government

Local, state, and federal

200

What do federal taxes pay for?

The military, roads, national parks, etc.

200

What is one responsibility that a Non-US citizen doesn't have to do?

-To serve on a jury

200
Is freedom of religion a right for just citizens or non-citizens as well?
-For both citizens and non-citizens
200
As a citizen do you have to pay to vote?
-No
200

Why might someone immigrate to America?

Economic opportunity, religious freedom, etc.
300
What is a safety net program?
-Prevents individuals from falling into poverty
300

What is one responsibility of being a good digital citizen

Fact-checking sources, not posting misinformation, following online community guidelines

300
What is one right that cannot be taken away?
-Freedom of speech
300

Who can vote in elections?

-Any citizen 18 or older

300

True or false: The United States is a country with birthright citizenship

True
400

True or False: Non-citizens and citizens under 18 pay taxes.

True

400
When must all men register for the selective service?
-Between 18-26
400
As a non-U.S citizen do you have the right to bear arms?
-Yes but only if it legally registered
400

Do citizens of American territories get to vote in federal elections?

-No, they can only vote in local elections and presidential primaries

400
True or false: If you are convicted of a felony in any state, you automatically lose your right to vote in all future elections

False: While some states take away convicted felons' right to vote, not all states have these laws

500

What is the extra amount of money added to your total at the store called?

Sales tax

500

What is one way that you could have your citizenship revoked?

-Running for office in another country

500

Does a non-citizen have the same basic constitutional rights as a citizen does?

Yes

500
When you turn 18 are you required to register to vote?
-No but it is recommended
500

Name the three branches of government

Legislative, executive, judicial