SC Civics Exam Prep 3 Bill of Rights and Responsibilities

Which of the following are rights guaranteed by the First Amendment? Check all that apply.

• The right to an attorney

• The right to free speech

• The right to assemble to protest peaceably

• The freedom of religion

• The right to bear arms

How many amendments are there to the US Constitution?

• 10

• 17

• 27

• 50

A person taking the fifth is

• Asking for an attorney for court

• Refusing to incriminate himself by speaking

• Exercising their right to bear arms

• Practicing their own religion or not practicing

Which of the following are descriptions of amendment given rights regarding voting? Check all that apply.

• All registered citizens 18 years old or older

• No voter must pay any taxes to vote in an election

• Any citizen can vote, no matter their race, ethnicity, religion or gender

• Any resident of the US with an ID can vote in federal elections

• Anyone owning property can register to vote

Which below are rights or responsibilities for US citizens only? Check all that apply.

• The right to vote

• The right to have a drivers license

• The obligation to serve on a jury

• The right to own property on US soil

• The right to run for elections to federal office

What rights are guaranteed to all persons through due process of law? Check all that apply.

• The right to a speedy trial by a jury of your peers

• The right to charged with a specific crime before being prosecuted

• The right to be released from jail without bail

• The right to be NOT tried for the same offense twice

• The right to question witnesses against you and request witnesses for your defense

What are ways we are allowed to participate in our democracy? Check all that apply.

• Voting and campaigning for a candidate for office

• Protesting using violent or destructive acts

• Writing a petition for change to government

• Criticizing government officials through social media

• Join a civic group to make improvements within our community

At what age must MEN register for selective service (the military draft)?

(a)  

What is the final day to complete your tax returns?

• January 1

• July 15

• March 15

• April 15

Which of the following are promises a persons makes when become a citizen through the Oath of Citizenship? Check all that apply.

• Obey the laws of the US and the state we live in.

• Be loyal to the United States

• Serve in the Military if called

• Give up loyalty to other countries

• Get a job and work to support yourself