Mr. Grant's Civics: 1st 9 weeks Study Guide

Which of the following is a requirement to become a naturalized U.S. Citizen?

• Marry a U.S. citizen

• Be a legal resident for 5 years

• Work in the U.S. for 5 years

• Live in Washington, D.C.

Which one of the following is a part of the "Process of Naturalization?"

• Pay a tax to US federal gov't and state you live in.

• Have citizens write a letter of recommendation for you.

• Know US history, and Gov't & have good moral character.

• Be rich and powerful.

Which of the following is a service project that would benefit the common good?

• Posting your negative opinions on Facebook

• Creating a recycling program for your community

• Opening the door for your friend

• Watching a political debate on TV

Which one of the following is an obligation of every citizen?

• Recycling

• Voting in a Presidential Election

• Jury duty: to serve on a jury

• Writing a Letter to the Governor

limited the power of the British King in 1215

• Mayflower Compact

• English Bill of Rights

• Magna Carta

• Petition of Right

the citizens elect representatives to run the government for them. Ancient Rome had this type of government.

• Republic

• Direct Democracy

• Anarchy

• Monarchy

means rule by the people that requires all the citizens to participate directly in the actions of government. Ancient Athens had this type of government.

• Republic

• Direct Democracy

• Anarchy

• Monarchy

What refers to a system of government divided among local, state, and national responsibilities?

• Self Government

• Limited Government

• Federalism

• Due Process

This body was the first law making body in the new American colonies.

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• House of Burgesses

People can make decisions on how their government should work

• Federalism

• Due Process

• Self Government

• Limited Government