Rights and Responsibilities Flashcards
1
Q
There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
A
- Citizens eighteen (18) and older
- You don’t have to pay to vote
- Any citizen can vote (men and women)
- A male citizen of any race
2
Q
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
A
- Serve on a jury
* Vote in a federal election
3
Q
Name one right only for United States citizens.
A
- Vote in a federal election
* Run for federal office
4
Q
What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
A
- Freedom of expression
- Freedom of speech
- Freedom of assembly
- Freedom to petition to the govt.
- Freedom of religion
- The right to bear arms
5
Q
What do we show loyalty to when we say the ledge of allegiance?
A
- The United States
* The flag
6
Q
What is one promise that you make when you become a United States citizen?
A
- Give up loyalty to other countries
- Defend the Constitution and laws of the United States
- Serve in the U.S. military (if needed)
- Serve the nation
- Be loyal to the United States
7
Q
How old do citizens have to be to vote?
A
18 years and older
8
Q
What are two ways that American can participate in their democracy?
A
- Vote
- Join a political party
- Help with a campaign
- Join a civic group
- Run for office
9
Q
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
A
April 15
