Civic Participation

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How could a citizen work within his or her own community to help the local government address budget cuts in landscaping for town parks? Options: by emailing Ohio's congressional delegation to inform them on this issue, by organizing a group of residents to volunteer for weekly park maintenance, by requesting that the governor supply the town with state funds for park maintenance, by running for a seat in the General Assembly with a promise to increase funding for local parks

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by organizing a group of residents to volunteer for weekly park maintenance

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Which right allows U.S. citizens to directly participate in the electoral process? Options: The right to vote, the right to a trial by jury, the right to religious freedom, the right to legal representation

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The right to vote

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Which civic responsibility is associated with exercising one's right to vote? Options: serving on a jury, paying attorney fees, obtaining a college degree, being informed on public issues

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being informed on public issues

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In evaluating the credibility of the claim that building a new auditorium would be more economical than restoring the old one, citizens should pay particular attention to...

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the projected cost data provided by architects and accountants

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How can a citizen become involved in addressing problems that affect the entire state? Options: by joining a community watch group, by volunteering for the fire department, by signing petitions to place issues on the ballot, by attending a meeting of the local school board

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by signing petitions to place issues on the ballot

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In the United States, rights carry responsibilities. Which is a civic responsibility of citizens? Options: serving on a jury, attending college, donating money to charity, being active in a political party

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serving on a jury

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Which right of U.S. citizens does the civic responsibility of serving on a jury safeguard?

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right to an impartial jury

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Which method would be effective in helping to determine public policy on the decision to install a skateboard park on city-owned land? Options: Participate in the governor's re-election, Send an email to your U.S. senators expressing your point of view, Attend the meeting of the city council and present the benefits of a park, organize a letter-writing campaign to members of the Ohio General Assembly

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Attend the meeting of the city council and present the benefits of a park

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Which responsibility of US citizens is associated with the right to free speech? Options: paying taxes, serving on a jury, engaging in civil discourse, performing community service

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engaging in civil discourse

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A coalition of environmental groups released a study on how a proposed new housing development would impact local wildlife. Which factor should be considered in evaluating the credibility of the study?

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possible biases of the sponsoring organization