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Civics Unit 1 Practice

Total questions: 53

Worksheet time: 33mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Republican form of government

a)
A form of government where citizens have no role in decision-making.
b)
A system where decisions are made by a single leader without elections.
c)
A government in which representatives are elected by the people.
d)
A government where the monarch has absolute power.
2.

James is preparing to become a U.S. citizen. What must he complete before he can take the oath of citizenship?

a)

Proof of employment in the U.S. for five years and proof of participation in elections.

b)

A valid passport from any country and proof of address.

c)

A high school diploma or equivalent and approval by Congress.

d)

Completion of the naturalization process including demonstration of proficiency in English.

3.

Diversity

a)
Diversity means having only one type of person in a setting.
b)
Diversity is the inclusion of different types of people in a group.
c)
Diversity is the exclusion of certain groups from a community.
d)
Diversity refers to the uniformity of people in a group.
4.

Abigail is considering whether to vote in the upcoming local election. Why is voting a personal responsibility for her?

a)

it has no impact on local issues.

b)

it empowers individuals to influence governance and advocate for their interests.

c)

only for those who are politically active and participate regularly.

d)

because it is mandatory for all citizens in every election.

5.

In the naturalization process why do you have to demonstrate knowledge of United States History?

a)

To fulfill a requirement for employment and being able to vote.

b)
To qualify for government assistance programs.
c)
To ensure new citizens understand the nation's principles and values.
d)

To gain access to public libraries and other resources.

6.

Michael is learning about his responsibilities as a citizen in his social studies class. His teacher asks, "What does civic duty mean?"

a)

Civic duty means participating in sports and recreational activities.

b)

Civic duty is the obligation to pay taxes only.

c)

Civic duty refers to the rights of citizens to vote in elections and participate in political debates.

d)

Civic duty means things citizens are required to do.

7.

Jackson spends his weekends helping out at the local animal shelter without receiving any payment. What is this called?

a)

Volunteering

b)

Paid service

c)

Internship

d)

Charity work

8.


Mia is in a classroom with students from many different backgrounds. She listens to their ideas and respects their beliefs, even if they are different from her own. What is this behavior called?

a)

Acceptance

b)

Indifference

c)

Tolerance

d)

Discrimination

9.

How does the government pay for things like the military or pay its own employees?

a)

The government pays for things like the military and its employees through taxation.

b)
The government relies solely on foreign aid.
c)
The government uses profits from state-owned businesses.
d)
The government pays through donations from citizens.
10.

What are things that people should do but voluntarily?

a)

civic requirements

b)

Duties

c)

responsibilities

d)

social civic responsibilities

11.

What do we call a group of people who share the same interests and concerns?

a)
community
b)
network
c)
society
d)
team
12.

What does it mean to say we give our consent to the government?

a)
It means rejecting the government's authority.
b)
It means ignoring the government's rules.
c)
It means agreeing to the government's authority and laws.
d)
It means supporting only local laws.
13.

How do Americans give their consent to the government?

a)
Through voting and civic participation.
b)
By signing petitions only.
c)
Through social media likes and shares.
d)
By attending government meetings exclusively.
14.

What is legally required of every adult citizen?

a)
Pay a monthly tax
b)
Obey the laws of the country.
c)
Vote in every election
d)
Serve in the military for life
15.

What allows people to choose their leaders and voice their opinions on issues?

a)

Monarchy and representation

b)

Dictatorships and voting

c)

surveys

d)

Democracy in the form of free elections

16.

What does E Pluribus Unum mean?

a)
Out of many, one.
b)
One nation, many cultures.
c)
Unity in diversity.
d)
From one, many.
17.

What is the ruling authority of a community?

a)
Local council
b)
Neighborhood association
c)
Government or governing body
d)
Community leader
18.

Unlike citizens, aliens may not

a)
vote in elections
b)
apply for citizenship
c)
own property in the country
d)
work without a visa
19.

What might happen if an illegal alien is discovered by the government?

a)
The illegal alien will be rewarded for reporting their status.
b)
The illegal alien will be granted citizenship immediately.
c)
The illegal alien will receive a permanent residency.
d)
The illegal alien may be deported and face legal consequences.
20.

What is the term for a person who moves to a new country?

a)
Tourist
b)
Immigrant
c)
Expatriate
d)
Refugee
21.

What is required of citizens to ensure the protection of speech, worship, freedom from want, freedom from fear?

a)

Respecting the rights of others.

b)
Avoiding participation in community discussions.
c)
Blindly following government directives.
d)
Complete silence on social issues.
22.

What is the first step in the naturalization process?

a)

Submit the application form, pay a fee to your lawyer and attend a Congressional meeting.

b)

Pay the naturalization fee and then take the citizenship test

c)
Attend an interview with a lawyer.
d)

Filling out an application of intent for citizenship

23.

This Amendment protects the right to equal protection of the law

a)
Fourteenth Amendment
b)
First Amendment
c)
Nineteenth Amendment
d)
Fifteenth Amendment
24.

This is why the 14th Amendment was added to the U.S. Constitution

a)

To limit the power of the federal government over the states.

b)

To protect the rights of property owners who are citizens.

c)

To guarantee citizenship and equal protection for all individuals aimed at former slaves.

d)
To establish a national language.
25.

The Immigration Act of 1990

a)
The Immigration Act of 1990 reformed U.S. immigration policy to increase legal immigration and introduced a diversity visa program.
b)
The Immigration Act of 1990 was primarily aimed at increasing border security and enforcement measures.
c)
The Immigration Act of 1990 focused solely on refugee admissions without changing other immigration policies.
d)

The Immigration Act of 1990 reduced legal immigration and eliminated the diversity visa program significantly lowering the amount of people wanting to visit the United States.

26.

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882

a)

allowed Chinese laborers to immigrate freely.

b)

a law that promoted Chinese immigration to the U.S.

c)

a law that banned Chinese laborers from immigrating to the United States.

d)

a temporary measure that lasted only one year.

27.

In the US Naturalization process, what is a Declaration of Intention?

a)
A document proving U.S. citizenship
b)
A formal statement indicating a non-citizen's intention to become a U.S. citizen.
c)
A request for a visa to enter the U.S.
d)
A form for applying for a green card
28.

In the naturalization process, after filing an application and once the paperwork is checked, what is then completed with a USCIS official?

a)
Interview with a USCIS official
b)
Submission of additional documents to a USCIS official
c)

Background, monetary, education, and work experience check with a USCIS official

d)
Fingerprinting session with a USCIS official
29.

In the naturalization process, once the application is accepted and interview complete, what is the final step?

a)
Application review
b)
Background check completion
c)
Interview rescheduling
d)
Oath of Allegiance ceremony
30.

Overtime, this is how immigration has affected American culture, religions, customs, languages, ideas, holidays, foods etc.

a)
Immigration has significantly diversified American culture, religions, customs, languages, ideas, holidays, and foods.
b)
Immigration has had no impact on American customs and traditions.
c)

Immigration has made American culture more homogeneous and less diverse.

d)
Immigration has led to a decline in American cultural diversity.
31.

Why do applications take an examination during the naturalization process?

a)
To assess personal beliefs and religious views.
b)
To determine financial stability and income level.
c)
To evaluate physical fitness and health status.
d)
To assess knowledge of U.S. history, government, and English language.
32.

Indian Citizenship Act of 1924

a)
The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 abolished all previous citizenship laws.
b)
The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granted citizenship only to foreigners.
c)
The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 was enacted to regulate immigration to India.
d)
The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 established the legal framework for Indian citizenship.
33.

As a U.S. citizen what do you agree to do?

a)
Uphold the Constitution and laws of the United States.
b)
Pay taxes only if you want to.
c)
Ignore the laws of the United States.
d)
Support any political party regardless of their policies.
34.

Community

a)
A single individual with unique interests.
b)
A random collection of objects.
c)
A temporary gathering of people.
d)
A group of individuals sharing common interests or goals.
35.

Popular Sovereignty

a)
The government is controlled by a single ruler.
b)
Citizens have no role in decision-making.
c)
The state operates independently of the people's will.
d)
The authority of a state is derived from the consent of the governed.
36.

Social Institutions

a)
Family, education, religion, economy, government
b)
technology
c)
art
d)
sports
37.

Volunteerism

a)
A mandatory service requirement for students.
b)
A paid position in a non-profit organization.
c)
The practice of offering time and services to others without financial compensation.
d)
A government program that pays volunteers.
38.

Can aliens vote in elections?

a)
Only aliens from certain countries can vote.
b)
No, aliens cannot vote in elections.
c)

Aliens can vote if they have a visa and U.S. id and passport.

d)
Yes, aliens can vote in some elections.
39.

Examples of Duties in the United States required of citizens

a)
Vote in every election
b)
Pay taxes, serve on juries, register for the draft.
c)
Attend mandatory military training
d)
Participate in community service weekly
40.

Examples of responsibilities, not required by law or punishable, of U.S. Citizens.

a)

Participating in voting, staying informed, and volunteering.

b)

Paying taxes, jury duty, following laws

c)
Following all laws strictly
d)
Obtaining a driver's license
41.

Emma wants to show her support for how the government is run. What is one way she can give her consent to the government?

a)

Paying taxes

b)

Voting in elections

c)

Participating in protests

d)

Signing petitions

42.

Direct Democracy

a)
A system of government where citizens vote on laws and policies directly.
b)
A political system where decisions are made by a small group of elites.
c)
A form of government where laws are made by a single ruler.
d)
A government system where representatives vote on behalf of citizens.
43.

Representative Democracy

a)
A monarchy where a king makes all decisions.
b)
A system of government where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
c)
A government system where citizens vote directly on laws.
d)
A dictatorship where one leader controls everything.
44.

Absolute Monarchy

a)
A government led by a council of advisors.
b)
A form of government where a single ruler has complete control.
c)
A system where the ruler shares power with elected officials.
d)
A form of government where power is divided among multiple leaders.
45.

Republic

a)
A system where citizens have no say in governance.
b)
A form of government that operates without any laws.
c)
A type of government where the monarch has absolute power.
d)
A form of government where officials are accountable to the public.
46.

Totalitarianism

a)
A political ideology promoting individual freedoms
b)
A system with limited government intervention
c)

a political system characterized by centralized control and absolute authority.

d)

A form of democracy with multiple parties competing for the best interests of all citizens

47.

Ava is studying different forms of government in her civics class. She learns about a country where the king or queen's powers are limited and defined by a set of laws. What type of government is Ava learning about?

a)

A system where the constitution is not followed by the monarch.

b)

A system of government, Constitutional Monarchy, where a monarch's powers are regulated by a constitution.

c)

A form of government without any monarchy.

d)

A government system where the monarch has absolute power.

48.

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.

48.

Based on the 14th Amendment, what are the two ways one can become or be a citizen of the United States?

a)
Citizenship by marriage to a U.S. citizen
b)
Citizenship through military service only
c)
Citizenship by applying for a visa
d)
1. Birthright citizenship (born on U.S. soil) 2. Naturalization
49.

....nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law....

49.

What does the 14th Amendment mean by due process of law?

a)

It allows for arbitrary detention without trial.

b)

It means that laws can be applied selectively to different groups.

c)

it refers to the right to a speedy trial only.

d)

fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.

50.

....nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protect of the laws.

50.

What does the 14th Amendment mean by equal protection of the law?

a)

It only applies to citizens, not residents who finish the naturalization process.

b)

It law allows for different treatment based on economic status.

c)

It means that laws are only applied to citizens and can be enforced based on economic standing.

d)

It means that every individual is entitled to the same legal protections and treatment under the law, regardless of race, gender, or other characteristics.

51.

The study of the rights and duties of citizens.

(a)  

52.

The women in the picture is:

a)

exercising a right and fulfilling a responsibility

b)

obeying a law

c)

violating a responsibility

d)

contributing to public welfare

53.

Refugee

a)
A person who voluntarily relocates for education.
b)
A citizen of a country seeking employment abroad.
c)
A person who travels for leisure.
d)
A person who flees their home country due to danger or persecution.