Test 1 Review

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What is the definition of a "citizen" according to the U.S. Constitution?

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A legally recognized member of a country with rights and duties

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Which of the following is a constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen?
Options:
Being elected to Congress
Being born in the United States
Owning property in the U.S.
Serving in the military

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Being born in the United States

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Which of the following is an obligation of U.S. citizenship? Voting in elections, Serving on a jury when called, Donating to charity, Attending public meetings

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Serving on a jury when called

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Which form of government is characterized by elected representatives and a constitution that limits government power?

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Constitutional republic

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In a federal system of government, power is shared between: National and state governments

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National and state governments

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Which of the following is a responsibility of U.S. citizens rather than an obligation?
Paying taxes,
Obeying the law,
Voting in elections,
Serving in the armed forces if drafted

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Voting in elections

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Explain how a person can become a naturalized U.S. citizen.

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By completing the legal process, including passing a test and taking an oath

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Which of the following best describes the impact of fulfilling civic responsibilities on society? It increases government spending, It helps maintain a healthy democracy, It reduces the need for laws, It eliminates the need for elections

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It helps maintain a healthy democracy

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How does a constitutional republic safeguard liberty and freedom?

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By having laws that protect individual rights and limit government power

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Which of the following is an advantage of a federal system of government?
Options:
It allows only the national government to make laws,
It balances power between local and national governments,
It eliminates state governments,
It gives all power to the president

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It balances power between local and national governments