Political Participation

Multiple Choice

A person who is born in the United States automatically becomes a citizen. This type of citizenship is called.

• Naturalization

• Citizenship by birth

• Civic participation

Open Ended

Explain how citizenship by birth and naturalization are different, and give an example of each.

Multiple Choice

When a person from another country becomes a U.S. citizen through a legal process, it is called.

• Immigration

• Naturalization

• Volunteerism

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a duty of a citizen?

• Voting in elections

• Paying taxes

• Helping a neighbor

Multiple Choice

Which of the following shows civic participation?

• Ignoring community problems

• Complaining about laws online

• Joining a community clean up or school election

Multiple Choice

A good citizen follows laws and respects others’ rights. This shows the responsibility of:

• Active citizenship

• Freedom of speech

• Traveling abroad

Open Ended

List and explain two different ways citizens can participate in the political process.

Open Ended

How can knowing your rights help you participate in the political process?

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Citizens can influence government decisions by

in elections.

Open Ended

How can you make a difference in your community through political participation?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of political participation?

• Citizens taking action to influence government decisions or support their community

• Citizens reading about politics in newspapers

• Citizens watching political debates on television

• Citizens discussing politics with friends

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of political participation?

• Voting in elections

• Volunteering for a campaign

• Attending town hall meetings

• Watching political movies

Open Ended

Describe how civic activism or protests can influence government decisions.

Open Ended

What is one way you could participate in your school or community?

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Political participation strengthens

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Multiple Choice

What does “political participation” mean?

• Taking part in government or civic activities

• Watching political movies

• Ignoring elections and government news

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of political participation?

• Voting in elections

• Volunteering for a campaign

• Going shopping

• Attending town hall meetings

Multiple Choice

Why is political participation important?

• It helps citizens have a voice in decisions

• It’s just for politicians

• It only affects famous people

Multiple Select

Which of the following are forms of political participation?

• Writing a letter to a government official

• Voting in an election

• Ignoring political issues

• Attending a community meeting

Open Ended

Describe two ways young citizens can participate in politics based on the activities mentioned in the slides.

Open Ended

Explain one issue or topic you care about and why it’s important to you. Suggest one positive change or solution.

Fill in the Blanks

My name is

, and I’m an 8th-grade student learning about citizenship and political participation.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of activism?

• Organizing a clean-up drive to protect the environment

• Reading a book at home

• Watching television

• Going shopping

Open Ended

Share one way people make their voices heard in government.