Citizenship SOL Review 24-25

What are TWO ways to become a citizen of the US? **Choose TWO answers.

• Becoming an elected government official
• Being born on American soil
• Going through the naturalization process
• Paying the fee to buy citizenship

Which are TWO things necessary in the naturalization process? **Choose TWO answers.

• Demonstrate knowledge of American government and history on a naturalization test
• Demonstrate ability to speak and read/write English
• Serve in the military
• Recite the Preamble to the Constitution from memory

Which amendment defines citizenship?

• 1st
• 5th
• 14th
• 16th

Citizens who do not fulfill their civic duties -

• cannot vote in the next election.
• must pay higher taxes.
• face legal consequences.
• lose their citizenship.

The most basic responsibility of all citizens is to -

• pay taxes.
• contribute to the common good.
• serve on a jury.
• join the military.

For government to be effective, citizens must -

• perform civic duties
• work for elected officials
• identify with local leaders
• join political parties

Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

• It helps businesses find and train employees.
• It address local needs and helps serve the public good.
• It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers.
• It removes the national government’s job to improve society.