SS.7.CG.2.2 Questions

What responsibility do citizens have?

• attending public schools

• owning property

• holding a job

• voting

Which option provides citizens with the opportunity to impact the national government?

• voting for governor

• testifying before Congress

• joining a local interest group

• conducting a local service project

Which option provides citizens with the opportunity to directly impact local government?

• voting for president

• testifying before Congress

• speaking at a city council meeting

• participating in a community fundraiser

Which option provides citizens with the opportunity to interact with state government?

• voting for governor

• testifying before Congress

• joining a local interest group

• conducting a local service project

This scenario addresses an aspect of citizenship. April: My son just turned 18 and brought home a registration form to complete. He wants to know if completing this form will interfere with his college football scholarship. Jesika: No, because his completion of this registration does not require him to join the military. Which obligation of citizenship is being discussed in this scenario?

• paying taxes

• following laws

• attending school

• selective service

Why are certain citizens obligated to respond to this document?

• to defend the safety and security of the nation

• to ensure they stay informed about political issues

• to guarantee their right to vote in national elections

• to protect the constitutional right to be tried by one’s peers

Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents?

• to guarantee court hearings remain public

• to guarantee courts provide probable cause

• to protect the constitutional right to confront one’s accuser

• to protect the constitutional right to be tried by one’s peers

A citizen received this notification in the mail. The Leon County Court orders your attendance from the selection at the time, place, and location listed below: Time: 9:00 a.m. Place: Leon County Courthouse North Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL Location: Courtroom 3G Please call: 1-800-555-1234 with questions What civic obligation does this notification represent?

• getting a driver's license

• appearing for jury duty

• paying income tax

• registering to vote

How might planning a recycling program best fulfill a responsibility of citizenship?

• It would be a way to meet the requirements of a law.

• It would be a way to improve the common good.

• It would be a way to gain popularity.

• It would be a way to win votes.

Which example is NOT a responsibility of citizenship?

• volunteering in the community

• attending civic meetings

• voting in elections

• paying taxes