Civics Quarter 1 Questions

Why does the government require qualified 18-year-old males to register for selective service?

• to allow the government to quickly draft them in times of crisis

• to ensure that they are also registered to vote

• to provide jobs for more people

• to provide money to pay for government services

Which of the following terms is defined as the legal process of becoming a U.S. citizen?

• Adoption

• Assimilation

• Immigration

• Naturalization

Pay taxes, attend school until 16, defend the nation, obey laws

Which obligation is missing?

• Vote

• Serve on juries

• Volunteer

• Stay informed

What practice is part of the obligation of a U. S. citizen to help defend the nation?

• Serve on a jury

• Vote in national elections

• Register for Selective Service

• Keep informed about national issues

Which of the following is a citizen responsibility rather than an obligation?

• Obeying the law

• Paying taxes

• Attending civic meetings

• Registering for Selective Service

Be of good moral character, read/write/speak English, pass Civics/History test, been lawfully admitted to the US.

Which requirement for naturalization is missing?

• Pay federal income taxes

• Have an annual income of $20,000 or more

• Have resided in the US for five years

• Have a close relative who is a US citizen

Apply for citizenship >> Get fingerprints taken >> ????? >> Take oath of allegiance

• Be interviewed and pass citizenship tests

• Complete a background check

• Receive appointment letter

• Wait five years

Why is it important to pay your taxes?

• To make sure people are good citizens

• To pay for private universities

• To make sure that laws are up-to-date

• To provide money to pay for government services

Which of the following best describes the term citizen?

• An individual that exercises political authority over another

• An individual who is able to vote in elections

• A legally recognized member of a country

• A person who is loyal to and proud of his country

Why is attending school considered a “civic duty?

• Educated citizens are vital to the success of our democracy

• The more education a person has, the more money he or she is likely to earn

• School districts depend on having a certain number of students

• Today’s high-tech society needs educated employees