FL HISTORY (4B) Newspaper 10: Study-Guide

Citizens have the right to respectfully contact their political leaders.

• True

• False

What professions are a public service? Select all that apply.

• farmer

• zookeeper

• teacher

• mayor

• doctor

Janie reads to senior citizens after school on Wednesdays. She is __________ to help her community.

• debating

• researching

• volunteering

• voting

How might engaged citizens directly help the judicial branch?

• by serving on a jury

• by running for public office

• by working at a polling place

• by volunteering at a food bank

A Florida member of the United States House of Representatives represents the entire state.

• True

• False

Jamal wants to learn about a community issue for the next election. What is a credible source Jamal can use?

• social media posts

• a local online newspaper

• a blog written by an anonymous author

• pamphlets posted on windshields

Which of the following is a responsibility of a citizen in a democratic society?

• Paying taxes

• Ignoring elections

• Disregarding laws

• Avoiding community service

What is one way citizens can influence government policy?

• By ignoring political news

• By voting in elections

• By not participating in surveys

• By avoiding public discussions

Which action is an example of civic engagement?

• Participating in a community clean-up

• Complaining about issues without action

• Staying uninformed about local issues

• Refusing to volunteer for local events

Which of the following is a way for citizens to express their opinions to their government?

• By staying silent on issues

• By ignoring public forums

• By avoiding community meetings

• By writing letters to representatives