SOL Review 1

Citizens who do not fulfill their civic duties-

• cannot vote in the next election
• must pay higher taxes
• face legal consequences
• lose their citizenship

The two factors that have led to a diverse US society are-

• rights and duties
• birth and adoption
• birth and naturalization
• immigration and naturalization

Which is not a duty of an American citizen?

• serve on a jury
• file a lawsuit
• obey the law
• testify in court

People who come from another country to live here with permission are called-

• aliens
• citizens
• communities
• servicemen

The most basic responsibility of all citizens is to-

• pay taxes
• contribute to the common good
• serve on a jury
• volunteer at school

A citizen must, if called, report to serve as a member of-

• Congress
• a jury
• a local committee
• a debate team

To become a citizen through naturalization, a person must demonstrate knowledge of all of the following except-

• American history
• the English language
• the principles of government
• their previous country's history

A democratic society requires the active participation of its-

• government
• citizen
• leaders
• enemies

What is the difference between duties of citizenship and responsibilities of citizenship?

• Duties are required by law; responsibilities are not
• The terms refer to the same thing
• Duties are listed in the Bill of Rights; responsibilities are not
• Responsibilities are required by law; duties are not

Which amendment defines who is a US citizen?

• 5th Amendment
• 14th Amendment
• 10th Amendment
• 1st amendment