3rd Grade Ohio Social Studies Diagnostic Assessment: Civic Right

What is an example of a responsibility that community members have?

• Playing video games

• Obeying traffic laws

• Sleeping late

• Watching TV

Which action shows someone trying to improve their community?

• Taking a nap

• Playing alone

• Organizing a park cleanup

• Reading a book

Why do communities need laws?

• To make people unhappy

• To keep people safe and orderly

• To stop people from having fun

• To make everything expensive

Who makes laws in your local community?

• Movie stars

• Teachers

• Athletes

• City council members

What is a right that all community members have?

• Free speech

• Unlimited candy

• Staying up late

• Skipping school

How can students help make their school better?

• Running in the halls

• Being kind to others

• Ignoring rules

• Leaving trash around

Who enforces laws in a community?

• Mail carriers

• Store owners

• Police officers

• Bus drivers

What is an example of a local government service?

• Fire protection

• Birthday parties

• Movie theaters

• Toy stores

Why should people follow community rules?

• To avoid fun

• To waste time

• To get presents

• To keep everyone safe

What is a way to be a good citizen?

• Helping neighbors

• Being selfish

• Breaking rules

• Littering