Basic Civics

What is a democracy (government)?

• When ONE person holds total power

• A government by the people

• None of the Above

• Social hierarchy

What right(s) do US citizens have?

• To own property

• Freedom of speech

• To seek a pursuit of happiness

• All of the above

Which is a branch of the US government?

• The constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Legislative Branch

• The Oval Office

Who is in charge of the executive branch and "runs" the country?

• The House Speaker

• Prime Minister

• The President

• The Vice President

What is the capitol of the United States

• Columbia

• Greenville

• New York City

• Washington DC

In what way does a US citizen have a say in government?

• Vote

• Throwing out your garbage

• Veto a law

• Mowing your lawn

Which of the following is necessary to participate in by law?

• Vote

• Jury Duty

• Presidential Campaign

• All of the above

How old must you be in order to vote in the United States?

• 17

• 21

• 25

• 18

The STUDY of the rights and duties of citizens:

• Rules

• A class

• Civics

• None of the above

All of the following are civic responsibilities of citizens EXCEPT--

• Participate in government

• Respect the rights of others

• Pay taxes

• Vote