Government - Rights and Responsibilities

Question 1

There are 4 amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.

Answer 1

▪ A15: A citizen of any race can vote.
▪ A19: Men and Women can vote.
▪ A24: You don’t have to pay (a poll tax) to vote.
▪ A26: Citizens 18 and older can vote.

Question 2

What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?

Answer 2

▪ serve on a jury
▪ vote in a federal election

Question 3

Name one right only for United States citizens.

Answer 3

▪ vote in a federal election
▪ run for federal office

Question 4

What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?

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 United States
▪ the flag

Question 6

What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?

Answer 6

▪ be loyal to the USA.
▪ give up loyalty to other countries.
▪ defend the Constitution and laws of the USA.
▪ obey the laws of the USA.
▪ serve in the U.S. military (if needed).
▪ serve (do important work for) the nation (if needed).

Question 7

How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?

Answer 7

18

Question 8

What are two 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

▪ at age 18.
▪ between 18 and 26.