American Government - Part C Flashcards
What are 2 rights of everyone living in the United States?
*Freedom of expression,
*Freedom of speech
*Freedom of assembly
*Freedom to petition the government
*Freedom of religion
*The right to bear arms
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
*The United States
*The flag
What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
*Give up loyalty to other countries
*Defend the constitutional laws of the United States
*Obey the laws of the United States
*Serve in the US military if needed
*Serve doing important work for the nation if needed
*Be loyal to the United States
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
18 years old and older
What are 2 ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
You only need to memorize 2.
*Give an elected official your opinion on an issue.
*Publicly support or oppose an issue or policy.
*Call senators and Representatives
*Join a community group
*Join a civic group
*Write to a newspaper
*Join apolitical party
*Vote
*Run for office
*Help with the campaign
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
*At age eighteen 18
*Between 18 and twenty-six 26
