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)?

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