Unit 4 Civics Action Hansen

Which of the following are NOT required duties of an American citizen?

• serving on a jury when called to do so

• voting in every local election

• paying your taxes

• obeying the laws

What is a unique characterization of the typical American citizen. check all that apply

• They believe in the rule of law.

• They support the U.S. Constitution

• They are a diverse group who descend from various immigrant groups at one time or another throughout history.

• They are intolerant of different religions and opinions.

While most American citizens were born in the United States, many have become, or seek to become, Naturalized Citizens.

• True

• False

Which of the following are "Responsibilities" of a good American citizen? check all that apply

• vote in elections

• community service and volunteer work

• be an informed citizen voter

• respect other (property, opinions, rights)

• do whatever to takes to rig elections to gain power

To become a citizen of the United States, all of the following must apply except for which answer?

• You must be able to read and write the English language

• You must complete a interview.

• You must have good moral character.

• You must have a college degree.

• You must pass a test about American History and Government.

Which form of government controls the economy of the nation. It divides the resources equally, in theory, and the people have very little freedom. Millions of people have lost their land, their rights, their freedom, and their lives due to this ideology.

• Oligarchy

• Direct Democracy

• Communism

• Absolute Monarchy

This is a type of government in which one religion controls the society with it's (often strict) religious laws. This often includes an influential religious leader, or a group of religious leaders.

• Theocracy

• Parliamentary System

• Republican Democracy

• Dual Monarchy

This type of government was created during the times of Ancient Rome. It involves voting for representatives to make decisions for the people that they represent.

• Direct Democracy

• Republic

• Oligarchy

• Anarchy

When a vast majority of people are very poor and they work long hours for a small group of wealthy landowners. The working class is in so much debt, that it is nearly impossible to break the cycle. The is usually under local control with small private armies.

• Parliamentary Monarchy

• Democracy

• Anarchy

• Feudalism

Which two ancient civilizations had the greatest influence on the types of government and the is seen in the United States?

• Ancient China and Ancient Korea

• Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome

• Ancient Gupta and Ancient Maurya

• Ancient Maya and the Ancient Aztecs