Citizenship and Civic Duties Quiz

What is the principle of citizenship where an individual is considered a citizen because they were born in the USA?

• Law of Blood

• Naturalization

• Law of Soil

• Selective Service

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution defines U.S. citizenship and guarantees equal protection and due process?

• 1st Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

What is the term for a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country?

• Legal Permanent Resident

• Citizenship

• Citizen

• Naturalized Citizen

What is the civic duty of citizens to serve on a jury in a court of law called?

• Selective Service

• Oath of Allegiance

• Jury Service/Jury Duty

• Common Good

What is the solemn promise made during the naturalization process, declaring loyalty to the United States?

• Selective Service

• Oath of Allegiance

• Duties of Citizens

• Responsibilities of Citizens

What is the Law of Soil in terms of U.S. citizenship?

• Being born outside the U.S. to a U.S. citizen parent

• Being born in the U.S. as defined by the 14th Amendment

• A legal process for non-citizens

• Taking the Oath of Allegiance

Which of the following is the first step in the naturalization process?

• Voting in elections

• Owning property

• Being a lawful permanent resident

• Registering for selective service

What does the 14th Amendment establish regarding citizenship?

• The right to vote

• Birthright citizenship

• The ability to own property

• The requirement to pay taxes

Which of the following is a duty of U.S. citizens?

• Volunteering

• Voting

• Obeying laws

• Staying informed about public issues

What is one right of U.S. Permanent Residents?

• To serve on a jury

• To apply for a driver's license

• To vote in federal elections

• To take the Oath of Allegiance