Q1 Civics Review

Jeff is told he must apply, have an interview, pass a test, and take the oath of allegiance. He is likely trying to

• run for president

• become a naturalized citizen

• get a passport

• get a drivers' license

Which of these is not a requirement to become naturalized?

• know U.S. history and civics

• be at least 18

• serve in the military at least 3 years

• live in the U.S. at least 5 years

Which duty of citizens helps the U.S. government to achieve the goal of defending the nation?

• serving on a jury

• attending school

• registering for selective service

• obeying laws

Duties of citizens include paying taxes, attending school, and

• obeying laws

• voting

• running for public office

• staying informed

Which of the following is true about the duties or obligations of citizens?

• they are optional

• they are voluntary

• they are mandatory

• they are encouraged

Responsibilities of citizens include staying informed, voting, and

• paying taxes

• serving on a jury

• volunteering for the common good

• registering for selective service

Charleen was born in Canada and has only been living in the U.S. 3 years. Her mom was born in Canada and her dad in Texas. Which of these is true?

• Charleen has to wait longer before she can apply for citizenship

• Charleen is already a citizen by law of blood

• Charleen is already a citizen by law of soil

• Charleen is an illegal alien that will probably be deported

Which of the following is a right reserved only for U.S. citizens?

• vote and hold public office

• own property and have freedom of religion

• volunteer and pay taxes

• have a fair trial and be informed

The citizenship exam tests the applicant’s

• ability to read, write, and speak English
• ability to serve in the U.S. armed forces
• knowledge of U.S. traffic laws
• knowledge of world history

a system by which men ages 18 through 25 register with the U.S. government for military service

• law of blood

• selective service

• citizen

• common good