Civic Engagement and the Common Good

What is the common good?

• Something that benefits only a few people

• Something that benefits everyone

• A law that only applies to certain groups

• A rule that is rarely enforced

Which of the following is an example of promoting the common good?

• Littering in public parks

• Volunteering at a community center

• Ignoring traffic laws

• Cheating on a test

What does the rule of law mean?

• Laws apply only to certain people

• Everyone must follow the laws

• Laws can be ignored if inconvenient

• Only the government follows the laws

Why is obeying the law important?

• It helps maintain order and safety

• It allows people to do whatever they want

• It only benefits the government

• It has no real impact on society

How does the rule of law contribute to the common good?

• By allowing people to break laws

• By ensuring fairness and justice

• By favoring certain groups

• By ignoring minor offenses

What is civic engagement?

• Ignoring community issues

• Participating in activities that benefit the community

• Only voting in national elections

• Avoiding government involvement

Which of the following is a way to engage in civics?

• Staying informed about current events

• Ignoring local elections

• Avoiding community service

• Not voting

What does it mean to appoint someone?

• To remove someone from a position

• To choose someone for a specific role

• To ignore someone’s qualifications

• To criticize someone’s performance

Why is it important to evaluate good and bad examples of citizenship?

• To understand how to be a responsible citizen

• To ignore the actions of others

• To only focus on negative behaviors

• To avoid participating in the community

What is a law?

• A suggestion that can be ignored

• A rule made by the government that everyone must follow

• A guideline for personal behavior

• A rule that applies only to certain people