51-60 Flashcards
what are two rights of everyone living in the US?
Freedom of expression, right to bear arms, speech, assembly, petition the government, and religion.
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
To the flag and the US
What is one promise you make when you become a US citizen?
give up loyalties to other countries, defend the constitution and the laws of the US, obey the laws, serve in US military (if needed), serve the nation, and be loyal to the US
how old do citizens need to be to vote for president?
18 and older
what are two ways an American can participate in their democracy?
vote, join a political party, join a civic group, join a community group, give your opinions to elected officials, call senators and representatives, public support or oppose an issue/policy, run for office, or write a newspaper
When is the last day that you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
when must all men register for the selective service?
at 18 and between 18 and 26
what is one reason, colonists came to America?
freedom, political liberty, religious freedom, economic opportunity, escape persecution.
who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
American Indians/Native Americans
what group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?
People from Africa.
