Citizens Responsibilities

Citizens Responsibilities

How do people become citizens

People who are born in the United States are American citizens.

People who also become citizens through naturalization.

Naturalization is when a person becomes a citizen of another country.

How do I become Citizen?

First, they signed papers saying they wanted to be citizens of the United States.

Next, they took classes in English, American history, and citizenship.

Then, they took a test to show what they learned.

Last, they go to a special ceremony and pledged to be loyal citizens.

Rights and Responsibilities

Rights are the freedoms we have that are protected by our laws

Freedom of speech: means that citizen are free to say what they think.

Freedom of religion: means that citizens are free to worship as they choose.

United States citizens have the right to vote.

Responsible citizens

Responsible citizens also make contributions to make our country a better place to live.

One way citizens can make a positive contribution is by being a volunteer.

Another way we can help our community is to recycle.