Civic Responsibilities

How could a person BEST show good citizenship?

• by reading history books

• by visiting national parks

• by voting in elections

• by listening to speeches

Which of he following is one of the MAIN responsibilities of a citizen?

• picking up litter

• obeying the law

• washing the dishes

• running for public office

Which of he following is one of the MAIN responsibilities of a citizen?

• picking up litter

• obeying the law

• washing the dishes

• running for public office

Good Citizens are concerned about the _____ of all members of the community

• the status of all members of the community

• the opinion of all members of the community

• the welfare of all members of the community

• the wealth of all members of the community

Which is a responsibility you have at home?

• Watching TV
• Going to School
• Cleaning your room
• Paying taxes

As a citizen it is my __________ to help others in need

• right 
• responsibility 

Which example is NOT a responsibility of citizenship?

• volunteering in the community

• attending civic meetings

• voting in elections

• paying taxes

What is citizenship?

• Something that is given automatically when a person moves to a different country
• Being a member of a nation or country and having full rights  and responsibilities under the law. 
• That other grade on your report card that nobody really looks at
• A large boat that only carries passengers that are members of a certain country

What will happen if you do not perform a duty?

• You will be denied your citizenship.
• You will face legal consequences (jail or fines)
• You will write an apology to everybody you inconvenienced by breaking the law
• If you drive poorly, your license will be revoked.

Writing letters to communicate with government officials

• Duty

• Responsibility