Rights & Responsibilities Flashcards
1
Q
there are 4 amendments to the constitution about who can vote
A
- citizens 18 yrs or older
- dont have to pay to vote
- any citizen can vote
- male citizen of any race can vote
2
Q
what is one responsibility that is only for US citizens
A
- serve on a jury
2. vote in federal election
3
Q
name one right only for US citizens
A
- vote in federal election
2. run for federal office
4
Q
rights of everyone living in the US
A
- freedom of speech
- freedom of assembly
- freedom to petition government
5
Q
what do we say loyalty to when we say the pledge
A
- the united state
2. the flag
6
Q
what is one promise you make when you become citizen
A
- give up loyalty to other countries
- be loyal to the US
- defend constitution and obey laws
- serve in military if needed
7
Q
how old to vote
A
18
8
Q
how can americans participate in democracy
A
- vote
- join political party
- run for office
- write for newspaper
9
Q
when must all men register for the selective service
A
between 18 to 26