Rights And Responsibilities Flashcards
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What’s ONE responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
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- Serve on a Jury
* Vote in a Federal Election
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There are four Amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
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- Citizens 18 and older can vote
- You don’t have to pay tax to vote
- Any citizen can vote
- A male citizen of any race can vote
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Name ONE right only for United States citizens
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- Vote in federal election
* Run for federal office
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Q
What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
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- freedom of expression
- freedom of speech
- freedom of assembly
- freedom of petition the government
- freedom of worship
- right to bear arms
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Q
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
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- The United States
* The flag
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What is ONE promise you make when you become a US citizen?
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- Give up loyalty to other Countries
- Defend the Constitution and laws of the United States
- Obey the laws of United States
- Serve in the U.S. Military (if needed)
- Serve (do important work) for the nation (if needed)
- Be loyal to United States
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Q
How do citizens have yo be to vote for President?
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18 or older
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Q
What are two ways Americans can participate in their Democracy
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- 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
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Q
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
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April 15
9
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When must all men register for the Selective Service?
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From 18 to 26
