U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Concepts

Which characteristic best completes the Venn diagram?

• 1. Obtained at birth

• 1. Required proof of tax payment

• 1. Required proof of guardianship

• 1. Obtained through the naturalization process

The diagram below shows some general eligibility requirements.

Which of the following statements best completes the diagram?

• Joining a military service

• Obtaining a driver’s license

• Becoming a naturalized citizen

  
  

• Receiving a social security card

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen? 

• 1. Serving in the U.S. military

• 1. Have a working knowledge of English

• 1. Living in the U.S. for at least five years

• 1. Be a lawful permanent resident of the U.S

Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents? 

• 1. To guarantee court hearings remain public

• 1. To guarantee courts provide probable cause

• 1. To protect the constitutional rights to confront one’s accuser

• 1. To protect the constitutional right to be tried by a jury of one’s peers

Which of the following  is a
legal obligation of U.S. citizenship?

• To reside in the United States

• To engage in community service

• To vote in Presidential elections

• To serve on a jury when summoned

The list below identifies several activities conducted by U.S. citizens.

Which is an important reason for citizens to engage in these activities?

• To increase their wealth

• To promote the common good

• To reduce their income tax

• To limit the powers of the government

What step completes the chart?

• 1. People’s names are chosen from lists of property owners in the locality.

• 1. People voluntarily put their names on a list to potentially serve on a jury.

• Names are chosen from voter registration and driver's’ license databases.

• 1. Names are chosen from police databases to ensure that no one has a record.

Which of the following is considered a citizenship responsibility rather than an obligation?

• Paying taxes

• Obeying the law

• Registering to Vote

• Registering for Selective Service

Which of the following describes a civic responsibility of U.S. citizens?  

• Following the rules and regulations in your local community.

• Filing a tax return by the government deadline.

• Voting for political office positions.

• Serving on a jury when summoned or requested.

Who would a citizen contact about a problem with city roads?

• the county commissioner

• the president

• the governor

• the mayor