Civic Responsibilities Quiz

What is a primary civic duty of citizens in a democracy?

• Paying taxes

• Volunteering for military service

• Voting in elections

• Watching the news

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution lowered the voting age from 21 to 18?

• 19th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 22nd Amendment

What were the first two political parties in the United States?

• Democratic-Republican and Federalist

• Democrat and Republican

• Whig and Tory

• Progressive and Conservative

What happens to the major party when a splinter party emerges?

• It becomes stronger

• It remains unaffected

• It may lose support

• It changes its policies

What is the innovator role that the minor parties usually provide in a political system?

• They introduce new ideas and policies

• They support the major parties

• They focus on single-issue platforms

• They prevent other parties from winning

What is the main goal of a political party?

• To promote volunteerism

• To win elections and hold power

• To support the government

• To organize protests

Which of the following is considered a civic duty?

• Shopping at local businesses

• Serving on a jury

• Eating healthy

• Exercising regularly

How can citizens participate in their democracy, besides voting?

• By running for office

• By watching political debates

• By studying political science

• All of the above

What is a benefit of volunteerism in a community?

• It increases taxes

• It reduces government responsibility

• It strengthens community bonds

• It promotes individualism

Why is political participation important in a democracy?

• It ensures the government remains powerful

• It allows citizens to express their opinions and influence government policies

• It is only important for politicians

• It helps to entertain the population