6th Grade - Civics Unit 1

The study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens.

• civics

• geography

• law

• geology

A legally recognized member of a country with certain rights, obligations, and responsibilities.

• Civics

• Resident

• Mayor

• Citizen

What is an example of someone being an "active citizen"?

• Starting a community garden

• Watching to news around the world

• Complaining about the problems in city

• Asking city council to repair roads

Which is not an example of a civic responsibility?

• paying taxes
• going to church
• obeying the law
• serving on juries

What might happen if you decide not to vote?

• The government will force you to go and vote.

• You will be fined and face possible jail time.

• You'll give up your say in how government is run.

• Your citizenship will be taken away for one year.

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of citizenship?

• enforcing laws

• serving jury

• pay taxes

• voting

What document guarantees our rights in the USA?

• Declaration of Independence

• U.S. Constitution

• Federal Votes Amendment

• Charter of the USA Rights

What is a RIGHT the U.S. Constitution says people have in the USA?

• Right to have access to internet

• Right to be a city council member

• Right to worship (religion)

• Right to eat Mac & Cheese

What is the purpose of the Constitution?

• To protect the rights of citizens

• To make sure power was separated

• To give power to the people

• All of these answers are correct

Which branch of government has the highest level of authority?

• city
• county
• state
• federal