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WorksheetsCE.3 Citizenship
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 22mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
In order to become an American citizen, an immigrant must study all of the following subjects EXCEPT —
a)
science
b)
United States Government
c)
English
d)
United States History
2.
"All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and the state wherein they reside." This excerpt is from which amendment?
a)
13th
b)
14th
c)
15th
d)
12th
3.
1. Demonstrate knowledge of American history and principles.
2. Demonstrate the ability to read, speak, and write words in English.
Which title would best fit these two statements?
2. Demonstrate the ability to read, speak, and write words in English.
Which title would best fit these two statements?
a)
Presidential Nomination Process
b)
Naturalization Process
c)
Congressional Nomination Process
d)
Voter Registration Process
4.
Carlos was naturalized in 2009. This means that he —
a)
was born in the United States
b)
was denied the right to vote
c)
was granted the rights of United States citizenship
d)
was asked to leave the United States
5.
Which of the following is NOT a result of immigration and naturalization?
a)
New foods are available
b)
New holidays are introduced
c)
Society becomes more diverse
d)
Children attend school
6.
All of the following freedoms are protected under the First Amendment EXCEPT —
a)
religion
b)
press
c)
speech
d)
privacy
7.
Which amendment extends the due process protection to actions of the states?
a)
12th
b)
13th
c)
14th
d)
15th
8.
Which amendment protects us from unfair actions by state governments?
a)
14th
b)
5th
c)
1st
d)
21st
9.
In Williamsburg, Virginia, a group held a meeting to discuss supporting a candidate who was running for mayor. Which constitutional right allowed this meeting to take place?
a)
The right to a trial by jury
b)
Freedom of assembly
c)
Freedom of the press
d)
The right to vote
10.
Which amendment protects the right to join an interest group?
a)
4th
b)
10th
c)
5th
d)
1st
11.
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof..." The First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States establishes-
a)
an official government church
b)
rules for protesting
c)
separation of church and state
d)
limits on speech and the press
12.
Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition are found in which amendment?
a)
8th
b)
5th
c)
14th
d)
1st
13.
All of the following are duties EXCEPT —
a)
serving on a jury or as a witness in court
b)
serving in the armed forces if called
c)
paying taxes
d)
voting
14.
Obeying the law, paying taxes, and serving in court are examples of a citizen's —
a)
duties
b)
liberties
c)
responsibilities
d)
individual rights
15.
This picture of a juror's name tag illustrates what duty of citizens?
a)
Attending school
b)
Obeying the law
c)
Paying taxes
d)
Serving in court
16.
Things citizens are required to do in order to not face legal consequences are called —
a)
liberties
b)
duties
c)
individual rights
d)
responsibilities
17.
Which American civic action is a duty rather than a responsibility?
a)
Jury service
b)
Voting in elections
c)
Volunteering
d)
Supporting a political party
18.
Why does the law require certain citizens to register for selective service when they turn 18 years old?
a)
The government needs a list of potential soldiers.
b)
People must submit their names to become future jurors.
c)
The Department of Motor Vehicles must identify legal drivers.
d)
Residents of each state need to register to vote.
19.
In order for the government to provide basic services, its citizens must —
a)
serve in the military
b)
pay taxes
c)
serve on a jury
d)
obey laws
20.
Hannah is fifteen years old and is concerned about the water quality of the river near a local chemical industry. The following actions can be taken by Hannah EXCEPT—
a)
keeping informed about news regarding the industry and measures taken to protect the river
b)
registering to vote and then voting for the candidate that has promised to protect the river
c)
volunteering for a political candidate that is promising to create laws to protect the river
d)
contacting an elected official to encourage the creation of an ordinance to protect the river
21.
Which of the following best represents a civic responsibility?
a)
Registering for the draft
b)
Participating in government
c)
Serving on a jury
d)
Paying income taxes
22.
The ultimate rulers of our democracy are not a president and congressmen and officials but the voters of this country." Which statement best supports President Roosevelt's comment about voters?
a)
Voting is required by law in order for the government to work effectively
b)
Voting is the process by which Americans make all government decisions
c)
Voting is one of a citizen's most important responsibilities
d)
Voting is a right of all American citizens and protected by the Bill of Rights
23.
Registering and voting, communicating with government officials, participating in political campaigns, keeping informed, and respecting others' voice are all examples of what?
a)
Community Service Activities
b)
Duties of Citizens
c)
Duties of Political Candidates
d)
Responsibilities of Citizens
24.
Rita buys a newspaper every day in order to read about an upcoming election. Which civic responsibility is she demonstrating?
a)
Communicating with government officials
b)
Staying informed of current issues
c)
Influencing government actions
d)
Participating in a political campaign
25.
How does civic responsibility differ from civic duty?
a)
Only elected officials can perform civic duties.
b)
A civic duty is a type of civic responsibility.
c)
Failure to perform a civic duty can lead to legal consequences.
d)
Citizens are required to carry out civic responsibilities.
26.
All of the following are civic responsibilities of citizens EXCEPT —
a)
respect the rights of others
b)
vote
c)
pay taxes
d)
participate in government
27.
In which scenario is someone demonstrating concern for the welfare of the community?
a)
Rebecca visits her grandmother in a local nursing home every Sunday evening.
b)
Vanessa saves her allowance so she can purchase video games from a local store
c)
Derick mows his grass and maintains the plants in his front yard.
d)
Tyson collects canned foods from local businesses to take to the local food pantry.
28.
Which statement best demonstrates a citizen participating in community service?
a)
Emily cleans her room and washes her laundry every weekend.
b)
Michael works at a local bookstore three days a week.
c)
Jacob babysits his two younger sisters every Saturday while his mother goes to the grocery store.
d)
Taylor collects plastic bottles at her school and takes them to the local recycling center every Saturday.
29.
Joining the League of Women Voters is an example of —
a)
volunteering to support democratic institutions
b)
a duty
c)
a necessity to become a citizen
d)
ways to show environmentalism
30.
Which of the following is NOT an example of performing a community service?
a)
Voting in a local election
b)
Volunteering in a nursing home
c)
Tutoring a student at a local school
d)
Expressing concern about the welfare of the community as a whole
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