Understanding U.S. Citizenship

What is the definition of a "citizen" according to the U.S. Constitution?

• A person who lives in the United States for more than five years.

• A person who is a legal member of a country and has rights and responsibilities.

• A person who works for the government.

• A person who pays taxes.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.1

Which of the following is a constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen?

• Winning a lottery.

• Being born in the United States.

• Owning property in the United States.

• Serving in the U.S. military.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.1

What is one obligation of U.S. citizenship?

• Voting in elections.

• Serving on a jury when called.

• Attending community meetings.

• Donating to charity.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.2

Which of the following is a responsibility of U.S. citizenship?

• Paying taxes.

• Obeying the law.

• Voting in elections.

• Registering for the draft.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.2

How can a person become a naturalized U.S. citizen?

• By marrying a U.S. citizen.

• By living in the U.S. for 10 years.

• By passing a citizenship test and taking an oath of allegiance.

• By being employed by a U.S. company.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.1

What impact does fulfilling the obligation of paying taxes have on society?

• It reduces the need for public services.

• It funds government operations and public services.

• It increases the national debt.

• It decreases the quality of life.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.2

Which of the following is NOT a constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen?

• Being born in the U.S.

• Naturalization.

• Inheriting citizenship from a grandparent.

• Being born to U.S. citizen parents abroad.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.1

What is the difference between an obligation and a responsibility of U.S. citizenship?

• Obligations are voluntary, responsibilities are mandatory.

• Obligations are mandatory, responsibilities are voluntary.

• Both are mandatory.

• Both are voluntary.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.2

Which of the following is a responsibility rather than an obligation of U.S. citizens?

• Paying taxes.

• Serving on a jury.

• Voting in elections.

• Obeying the law.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.2

How does fulfilling the responsibility of voting impact society?

• It ensures that only certain groups are represented.

• It helps maintain a democratic government.

• It increases government spending.

• It decreases public participation.

Tags

FL.SS.7.CG.2.2