II TRIM - Social Studies Exam Reinforcement

CITIZEN RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A citizen is a member of a community or country, with rights like freedom of speech, the right to vote, and the right to education. Citizens also have responsibilities like obeying laws, paying taxes, and protecting the environment. Civic engagement includes activities such as voting, community service, and being informed about government policies. By participating in these, citizens help shape their communities and contribute to democracy.

1. 1. Which of the following is a responsibility of a citizen according to the text?

• 1. Ignoring taxes

• 1. Protecting the environment

• 1. Avoiding community service

• 1. Refusing to participate in elections

CITIZEN RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A citizen is a member of a community or country, with rights like freedom of speech, the right to vote, and the right to education. Citizens also have responsibilities like obeying laws, paying taxes, and protecting the environment. Civic engagement includes activities such as voting, community service, and being informed about government policies. By participating in these, citizens help shape their communities and contribute to democracy.

2. According to the reading, why is civic participation important?

• 1. It allows citizens to avoid their duties

• 1. It eliminates the need for laws

• 1. It helps maintain democracy

• 1. It gives people the rights to ignore government policies

CITIZEN RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A citizen is a member of a community or country, with rights like freedom of speech, the right to vote, and the right to education. Citizens also have responsibilities like obeying laws, paying taxes, and protecting the environment. Civic engagement includes activities such as voting, community service, and being informed about government policies. By participating in these, citizens help shape their communities and contribute to democracy.

3. 3. What is the relationship between rights and responsibilities in a democracy?

• 1. Citizens only have rights, not responsibilities

• 1. Rights eliminates the need for responsibilities

• 1. Citizens must choose between rights and responsibilities

• 1. Responsibilities exist to protect citizen’s rights

CITIZEN RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A citizen is a member of a community or country, with rights like freedom of speech, the right to vote, and the right to education. Citizens also have responsibilities like obeying laws, paying taxes, and protecting the environment. Civic engagement includes activities such as voting, community service, and being informed about government policies. By participating in these, citizens help shape their communities and contribute to democracy.

4. 4. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ethnicity mentioned in the reading?

• 1. Physical characteristics like skin color

• 1. Shared cultural practices

• 1. Language and collective history

• 1. Cultural heritage tied to a specific region

A citizen has the right to a fair trial

• true

• false

Serving on a jury is a right but not a responsibility of a citizen

• true

• false

Cultural identity refers to the sense of belonging to a specific group with shared customs and traditions.

• true

• false

Ethnic identity can influence an individual’s values and interactions in society.

• true

• false

Citizens are only obligated to vote in federal elections.

• true

• false

The right to privacy ensures that personal information is protected from government intrusion.

• true

• false