American Government - Rights and Responsibilities

Question 1

there are 4 amendments to the constitution about who can vote. Describe 1 of them

Answer 1

-citizens 18 or older can vote
-you don’t have to pay a poll tax to vote
-any citizen can vote
-a male citizen of any race can vote

Question 2

what is one responsibility that is only for US citizens?

Answer 2

-serve on a jury
-vote in a federal election

Question 3

name one right only for US citizens

Answer 3

-vote in a federal election
-run for federal office

Question 4

what are 2 rights of everyone living in the US?

Answer 4

-freedom of expression
-freedom of speech
-freedom of assembly
-freedom to petition the government
-freedom of religion
-the right to bear arms

Question 5

what do we show loyalty to when we say the pledge of allegiance?

Answer 5

-the US
-the flag

Question 6

what is one promise you make when you become a US citizen?

Answer 6

-give up loyalty to other countries
-defend the constitution and laws of the US
-obey the laws of the US
-serve in the US military if needed
-serve, do important work for, the nation if needed
-be loyal to the US

Question 7

how old do citizens have to be to vote for the president?

Answer 7

18 or older

Question 8

what are 2 ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?

Answer 8

-vote
-join a political party
-help with a campaign
-join a civic group
-join a community group
-give an elected official your opinion on an issue
-call Senators and Representatives
-publicly support or oppose an issue or policy
-run for office
-write to a newspaper

Question 9

when is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?

Answer 9

April 15

Question 10

when must all men register for the selective service?

Answer 10

-18
-between 18 and 26