Citizen read along quiz

Even though you are not yet old enough to vote or run for office, you can still show civic virtue by doing what? (Choose 3)

• not worrying about it until you are 18

• writing to elected leaders

• volunteering in the community

• helping friends and neighbors

Type the word that matches the definition: a person who lives and votes in an area.

Type the word that matches the definition: something that guides or provides a source of hope.

Type the word that matches the definition: a person who belongs to a country and has protections under that country’s laws.

Type the word that matches the definition: the process of becoming a citizen of a country if born outside of that country.

Type the word that matches the definition: loyalty to a group.

Why are civic virtues important?

• they are a way that people uphold the principles of the Constitution

• they help you to get votes in the community

• they are the best way to make friends

• without them you can't be a citizen

Think on the vocabulary term "allegiance". You recite the pledge each morning to pledge your _______ to the United States of America.

Which is NOT a requirement to be an American citizen?

• Live in the U.S. for a certain number of years

• You must live in Louisiana

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have knowledge about U.S. government and history

• Take an Oath of allegiance

To be automatically a citizen, you must be ____ in the United States.