US Citizenship Test Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities

Who is allowed to vote in US elections?

• Citizens who are 16 years or older and registered to vote.
• Only citizens who are 21 years or older and registered to vote.
• Citizens who are 18 years or older and registered to vote.
• Non-citizens who are 18 years or older and registered to vote.

What are two responsibilities that are only for United States citizens?

• Voting in federal elections
• Paying federal taxes
• Running for Congress

• Serving on a jury

Which two of these rights are only for United States citizens?

• Right to freedom of speech

• Right to pay taxes

• Right to run for federal office

• Right to vote in federal elections

What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?

(whether or not they are citizens)

Answer explanation

▪ freedom of expression

▪ freedom of speech

▪ freedom of assembly

▪ freedom to petition the government

▪ freedom of religion

▪ the right to bear arms

What two things do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?

• Great Britain

• the military

• the flag

• United States of America

What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?

Answer explanation

▪ give up loyalty to other countries

▪ defend the Constitution and laws of the United States

▪ obey the laws of the United States

▪ serve in the U.S. military (if needed)

▪ serve (do important work for) the nation (if needed)

▪ be loyal to the United States

How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?

• 25
• 18
• 16
• 21

What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?

Answer explanation

▪ vote

▪ join a political party

▪ help with a campaign

▪ join a civic group

▪ join a community group

▪ give an elected official your opinion on an issue

▪ call Senators and Representatives

▪ publicly support or oppose an issue or policy

▪ run for office

▪ write to a newspaper

When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?

• May 1st
• March 31st
• June 30th
• April 15th

When must all men register for the Selective Service?

• Only if they are enrolled in college
• Within 90 days of their 18th birthday

• On their 21st birthday
• Within 30 days of their 18th birthday