Civics Q1 Exam

How does monarchy differ from other forms of government?

• Leaders are named in the constitution.
• Leaders are chosen by the upper class.
• Leaders are born into ruling families.
• Leaders are given power by kings.

Which of the following would be considered a responsibility rather than a duty of citizenship at the local level?

• obeying the traffic laws of the city
• voting in local mayoral elections
• paying taxes for the local schools
• obeying police officer instructions

What will most likely happen if citizens refuse to serve on juries?

• The length of jury trials will be reduced.
• The right to trial by jury will be endangered.
• The pay for jurors will be eliminated.
• The size of the jury pool will be decreased.

Why is obeying the law an obligation of citizenship?

• Obeying the law ensures that police officers are happy.
• Obeying the law ensures that businesses make money.
• Obeying the law is necessary to ensure that religious authorities are happy with public behavior.
• Obeying the law is necessary to maintain order and protect people's safety and property.

Which of the following is a requirement for becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States?

• understanding all laws set forth in the U.S. Constitution
• possessing a basic knowledge of U.S. history and government
• understanding the difference between types of governments
• possessing major wealth to pay for citizenship processes

Which is the best example of American citizens defending our nation from threats to national security?

• voting in elections
• keeping informed on issues
• participating in jury duty
• joining the armed forces

"All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." What does this part of the 14th Amendment accomplish?

• It declares the right of every person to free speech.
• It keeps states from taking away citizens' rights.
• It grants women the right to vote in elections.
• It officially brings an end to the practice of slavery.

Raphael is becoming a United States citizen. He has to be able to speak English, to pass a criminal background check, and to pass a written test. What is this process of becoming a citizen called?

• education
• citizenship
• participation
• naturalization

Diane is getting signatures on a petition so that a third-party candidate can get on the ballot for governor. Diane is participating in civic issues on a

• state level.
• national level.
• local level.
• federal level.

Which of the following best completes the diagram?

• Steps for Becoming a Permanent Resident in the U.S.
• Steps for Moving Your Citizenship to Another Country
• Requirements for Applying for a U.S. Green Card
• Requirements for Becoming a Naturalized U.S. Citizen