Citizenship Learning Goals Quiz

What is a citizen?

• A person who travels frequently

• A community member who owes loyalty to the government and is entitled to its protection

• A person who works for the government

• A member of a sports team

What is the "Law of Soil" in terms of natural citizenship?

• Born on U.S. soil including military bases or embassies across the globe.

• Born outside the U.S. to citizens of the U.S.

• Born in any country with a U.S. embassy.

• Born in a country that has a treaty with the U.S.

What does the "Law of Blood" refer to in terms of natural citizenship?

• Born on U.S. soil including military bases or embassies across the globe.

• Born outside the U.S. to citizens of the U.S.

• Born in a country that has a treaty with the U.S.

• Born in any country with a U.S. embassy.

How many different ways are there to receive natural citizenship according to the document?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which of the following is prohibited by the 14th Amendment?

• States making laws that abridge the privileges of U.S. citizens

• States imposing taxes on imports

• States establishing a state religion

• States regulating interstate commerce

According to the 14th Amendment, what must not be denied to any person within a state's jurisdiction?

• The right to free education

• Equal protection of the laws

• The right to own property

• Freedom of the press

What is the term for the legal process to obtain citizenship?

• Immigration

• Naturalization

• Emigration

• Deportation

What is the definition of a "resident"?

• A person who visits a place temporarily

• A person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis

• A person who travels frequently

• A person who works in a foreign country

What is civic engagement?

• The way citizens interact with government around issues of public concern

• The process of voting in elections

• The method of creating laws

• The system of government organization

What is the definition of an obligation?

• A voluntary action taken for personal benefit

• An act or course of action to which a person is morally or legally bound; a duty or commitment

• A suggestion made by a friend

• A casual promise made without intent