Understanding Civics and Civil Behavior

This educational video aims to enhance children's vocabulary, focusing on the word root 'civil' and its various applications. It covers the meanings of 'civil,' 'civility,' 'civilized,' and 'civilization,' highlighting their societal implications. The video also explores civil engineering and its branches, as well as the roles of civilians and civil service in society. A free worksheet is available for student engagement.

What is the primary purpose of the educational video?

• To teach children about history

• To help children build vocabulary and improve exam scores

• To provide a fun activity for children

• To entertain children

What does the word root 'civil' generally refer to?

• A small group of people

• A large group of people living together

• A type of animal

• A specific law

What is an example of civil behavior?

• Having manners and being polite

• Talking over others

• Breaking the law

• Ignoring others

What does the word 'civility' mean?

• Living alone

• Breaking rules

• Polite conversation and manners

• Being rude

What does 'civilized' behavior entail?

• Following laws and order

• Eating with hands

• Fighting physically

• Calling names

What is an example of a famous ancient civilization?

• Medieval European civilization

• Ancient Egyptian civilization

• Modern American civilization

• Ancient Greek civilization

What is often included in the modern concept of 'civilization'?

• Only ancient practices

• Technology

• Only social structure

• Only language and laws

What does 'civil engineering' involve?

• Teaching in schools

• Writing laws

• Designing small houses

• Designing, constructing, and maintaining major structures

Who is considered a civilian?

• A person working on a ship

• A person living on a submarine

• A person not in the military

• A person in the military

What does the Federal civil service in the US include?

• Only judges

• Military personnel

• Elected officials

• Mail carriers and TSA staff