Civics Test for America

What is the supreme law of the land?

• state law

• local law

• US Constitution

• anarchy

What does the Constitution do?

• sets up government

• defines government

• protects the basic rights of Americans

• All of the above

At what age must all male citizens register for Selective Service?

• 21

• 16

• 18

• 24

What words in the Pledge of Allegiance indicate what we are pledging out loyalty to?

• the United States

• the flag

• the republic for which it stands

• All of the above

How old must citizens be in order to vote?

• 18

• 21

• 16

• 30

What are some ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?

• voting

• joining a political party

• giving your opinion on an issue to an elected official

• All of the above

There are 4 amendments to the Constitution that determine who can vote. Which of the following correctly describe these amendments?

• Any citizen 18 or older can vote

• any citizen male or female can vote

• you are not required to pay a poll tax to vote

• All of the above

Which of the following are responsibilities of US citizens?

• serving on a jury

• votng

• paying taxes

• All of the above

What are some rights available only to US citizens?

• applying for federal jobs

• voting

• carrying a US passport

• all of the above

What are the 2 major political parties in the US?

• Democratic and Republican

• Conservative and Liberal

• Christian and Heathen

• Libertarian and Tea Party