Topic 6 Citizenship

What main issue does Jefferson address in the quotation?

• the diverse opinions of the population

• the need for public policy

• the strength of the Union

• the tyranny of the king

Where did the concept of citizenship begin?

• ancient China

• ancient Greece & Rome

• Medieval Europe

• United States

Which of the following accurately states current U.S. immigration policy?

• The U.S. accepts aliens only if they are related to U.S. citizens

• The U.S. accepts all immigrants

• The U.S. accepts only relatives of naturalized aliens

• The U.S. gives highest priority to relatives of U.S. citizens

What does the citizenship exam test?

• ability to read, write, and speak English

• ability to serve in the U.S. armed forces

• knowledge of the U.S. traffic laws

• knowledge of world history

The duties of American citizens include obeying laws, paying taxes, defending the nation, serving in court, and...

• attending church

• attending school

• volunteering

• voting

Which of the following is a right of legal aliens?

• the right to tax exemption

• the right to own property

• the right to run for office

• the right to vote

Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents?

• to guarantee court hearings remain public

• to guarantee courts provide probable cause

• to protect the constitutional right to be tried by one's peers

• to protect the constitutional right to confront one's accuser

Which statement completes the diagram?

• Joining a Military Service

• Obtaining a Driver's License

• Becoming a Naturalized Citizen

• Receiving a Social Security Card

What was the ruling in the Supreme Court case of Dred Scott v. Sanford?

• Slavery diminished the national character

• African Americans could not sue in federal court since they weren't citizens

• African American rights were protected by the Constitution

• Slavery should be abolished by executive order

Which civic responsibility applies the most to this text?

• tolerating diversity

• defending the nation

• serving on juries

• respecting other's property