WorksheetsCE Unit 1 - Citizenship
Total questions: 58
Worksheet time: 2hrs 56mins
What message is the artist most likely hoping to convey with this cartoon?
Elephants and donkeys can be trained to build sidewalks
The pathway to citizenship is easy
The Democratic and Republican parties want to establish an easier pathway to citizenship
The pathway to citizenship is riddled with barriers
Which three statements are rights guaranteed by the First Amendment?
the right to religious practice
the right to make laws
the right to free speech
the right to vote in state elections
the right to peacefully assemble
While the First Amendment provides us with freedom of speech and the press, it has been clearly established that individuals that make certain types of speech, such as libel, slander, or words that incite violence are not protected. Carefully examine the image and determine if what you can see/read is protected or not; choose the best answer.
Protected
Not Protected
While the First Amendment provides us with freedom of speech and the press, it has been clearly established that individuals that make certain types of speech, such as libel, slander, or words that incite violence are not protected. Carefully examine the image and determine if what you can see/read is protected or not; choose the best answer.
Protected
Not Protected
While the First Amendment provides us with freedom of speech and the press, it has been clearly established that individuals that make certain types of speech, such as libel, slander, or words that incite violence are not protected. Carefully examine the image and determine if what you can see/read is protected or not; choose the best answer.
Protected
Not Protected
While the First Amendment provides us with freedom of speech and the press, it has been clearly established that individuals that make certain types of speech, such as libel, slander, or words that incite violence are not protected. Carefully examine the image and determine if what you can see/read is protected or not; choose the best answer.
Protected
Not Protected
Which action best demonstrates a citizen's freedom to petition the government for change?
A worker joins the labor union at the shipping company that they work for
A woman teaches Sunday school class at her church
A mother contacts her state representatives pushing for stricter seat belt laws
A writer publishes a weekly commentary for their local newspaper
Which four of the following are ways that citizens can best bring about change?
Research the candidates and the key issues
Only vote during presidential election years
Support a political candidate that shares their values
Volunteer to help voting registration drives
Contact your local, state, and federal representatives to share ideas
After reading the article, in what ways have the parents of Amelia County peacefully pushed for change?
Organized a hunger strike
Staged protests
Shouted death threats at the superintendent during the board meetings
Wrote or called the school board members
Blocked the entrances to the schools
Besides staged protests and petitioning the school board, what is another way parents of York County could deliver positive change?
Pulling their kids out of York County Public Schools
Voting to decrease funds for the schools
Running for and winning a seat on the school board
Stop asking their children about their days at school
Jah’Quez and Darius know that some children at their school lack school supplies. With the support of the school (parents, administration, and teachers), they organize a district-wide school supply drive. By starting this school supply drive, Jah’Quez and Darius are
engaging in community service
demonstrating a civic duty
fulfilling their duties as students
engaging in patriotic acts
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
It helps businesses find and train new employees
It addresses local needs and serves the public good
It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers
It removes the national government's duty to improve society
Examine the image and decide if it shows an example of serving the public good or not.
Serving the public good
Not serving the public good
Examine the image and decide if it shows an example of serving the public good or not.
Serving the public good
Not serving the public good
Examine the image and decide if it shows an example of serving the public good or not.
Serving the public good
Not serving the public good
Examine the image and decide if it shows an example of serving the public good or not.
Serving the public good
Not serving the public good
Studying issues and learning about candidates are activities expected of citizens before:
serving on juries
choosing a career
attending a school
voting in elections
Immigration policies in the United States have __________ over time, reflecting the country's evolving social, political and economic priorities?
stayed the same
decreased
changed
been eliminated
Which immigration act was signed by President Johnson; abolished quotas and created a preference system that focused on immigrants' skills and family relations with citizens or U. S. residents?
Alien and Sedition Act of 1798
Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
Immigration Act of 1924
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
Nationality Act of 1790
Which immigration act limited the number of immigrants based on a national origins quota and completely excluded immigrants from Asia?
Alien and Sedition Act of 1798
Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
Immigration Act of 1924
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
Nationality Act of 1790
Which immigration act raised the residency requirement from 2 to 14 years, authorized the president to deport "aliens," and permitted their arrest, imprisonment, and deportation during wartime?
Alien and Sedition Act of 1798
Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
Immigration Act of 1924
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
Nationality Act of 1790
Which immigration act banned Chinese laborers from immigrating to the United States?
Alien and Sedition Act of 1798
Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
Immigration Act of 1924
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
Nationality Act of 1790
Which immigration act was the first law to define eligibility for citizenship and naturalization for “free white persons” and granted citizenship to children under the age of 21 that were living in the U.S. at that time?
Alien and Sedition Act of 1798
Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
Immigration Act of 1924
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
Nationality Act of 1790
In response to rising numbers of illegal entries and alien smuggling, especially along land borders, in 1924 Congress created the
U.S. Army
U.S. Coast Guard
U.S. Border Patrol
U.S. Supreme Court
Read the statement below and choose the two answers that best complete the sentence.
With the Naturalization Act of 1790, Congress established the first rules for naturalization in the U.S. It stated that “free white persons” (men) who had lived here for at least ___ years could be eligible for citizenship. It also included a requirement that the man have good character and take an ____ to support the Constitution of the United States.
five
test
Immigration and naturalization have led to an increasingly
perplexing society
different U.S. Constitution
status quo society
diverse society
Which of the following is NOT a requirement of naturalization?
Having a driver's license
Being able to speak basic English
Taking the Oath of Allegiance
Passing the Naturalization test
A person with certain rights and duties under a government, and who, by birth or by choice, owes allegiance to that government.
Citizen
Immigrant
Pledge
Refugee
Which actions below are examples of respectful and effective civic participation?
Being trustworthy and honest
Being responsible and hardworking
Being rude and disrespectful towards others
Exhibiting patriotism for the U.S.
Showing courtesy and respect for others
Which of the following is not an example of effective and respectful participation in civic life?
returning a lost wallet with $675 inside
listening and respectfully responding to someone with a different political POV
pushing for someone to banned from X for sharing views you don't like
paying all of your bills and taxes on time
helping to serve meals through the local homeless shelter
Patriotism, military service, volunteering, and being an informed voter are all ways to participate in
civic life
jury duty
civic duties
career advancement
Which act of civic participation is most directly related to elections?
boycotting a business
running for political office
joining a group that tutors students
volunteering for a community cleanup day
Carefully read through the statements below. Which one BEST completes the analogy below? Responsibility of citizenship :: participating in elections Duty of citizenship :: __________________________
serve in the armed forces if drafted
be able to read, write, and speak basic English
volunteering to clean up trash in neighborhood
staying informed
Unlike some countries, such as Iran, Israel, Russia, South Korea, and Switzerland, the United States has had an all-voluntary military since 1973. At this point, the United States has approximately 2 million active-duty, National Guard, and reserve members across six service branches. However, during times of war, our government has the option to call for a draft of all able-bodied men between the ages of 18-25, forcing them to serve for a minimum of two years. Due to this, all men, once they turn 18, are required to register for the
U.S. Space Force
Voting card and Passport
Selective Service
National Guard
Developed in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dred Scott v. Sandford with the end goal of granting citizenship to formerly enslaved people, this amendment, ratified in 1868, defined citizenship in the United States.
First Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
The Fourteenth Amendment established two pathways to citizenship in the United States.
The U.S. Supreme Court has held that a person is a __________ citizen of the United States if they are born within the territory of the U.S.
citizenship by descent
natural born
naturalized
citizenship by descent
The Fourteenth Amendment established two pathways to citizenship in the United States.
Citizens of foreign countries can work to become a ________ citizen of the United States by meeting and following through with the eligibility requirements as established by Congress.
citizenship by descent
natural born
naturalized
citizenship by descent
Which three of the following are required for becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States?
Be a legal, permanent resident of at least 5 years
Be at least 18 years old
Pay federal taxes on earned income
Show physical strength and flexibility
Be of good moral character
Which two of the following are NOT required for becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States?
Have knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of U.S. history and government
Read, Speak, and Write English
Take an Oath of Allegiance to the United States
Promise to vote in every election
Swear to never return to your home country
Carefully read through the scenario and decide if the individual is already a natural born citizen, meets the requirements to become a naturalized citizen, or is ineligible to become a U.S. citizen.
At the age of nine, Izabella, who was born in Hachita, New Mexico, moved with her parents back to their home country of Poland. After 9 years in Warsaw, Izabella returns to the United States to attend George Washington University with the goal becoming a lawyer.
Natural Born Citizen
Naturalized
Ineligible
Carefully read through the scenario and decide if the individual is already a natural born citizen, meets the requirements to become a naturalized citizen, or is ineligible to become a U.S. citizen.
Kwame arrived in the United States five years ago with his parents as a 12-year-old. They were originally from the country of Sudan but were granted entry to the U.S. through an asylum request. Kwame is in his final year of high school, has a job Chick-fil-A, and plans to attend Old Dominion University with the goal of becoming a teacher.
Natural Born Citizen
Naturalized
Ineligible
Carefully read through the scenario and decide if the individual is already a natural born citizen, meets the requirements to become a naturalized citizen, or is ineligible to become a U.S. citizen.
Kateryna is a 45-year-old woman from Ukraine. She has been in the United States on a work visa since 2019. An artist, she has been working as an Art Restorer at The Art Museum of Colonial Williamsburg.
Natural Born Citizen
Naturalized
Ineligible
True or False
In addition to defining citizenship, the 14th Amendment extended the 5th Amendment due process rights to the state level.
True
False
Which two of the following are rights guaranteed by the 4th Amendment?
protects citizens from unreasonable search and seizures
provides citizens the right to a speedy trial
provides citizens the right to a lawyer
no warrants issued without probable cause
Which two of the following are rights guaranteed by the 6th Amendment?
protects citizens from unreasonable search and seizures
provides citizens the right to a speedy trial
provides citizens the right to a lawyer
no warrants issued without probable cause
Which two of the following are rights granted by the 1st Amendment for all U.S. Citizens?
defines citizenship
Double Jeopardy
freedom of religion
due process protections from the Federal government
freedom to peaceably assemble
Which two of the following are rights granted by the 5th Amendment for all U.S. Citizens?
defines citizenship
Double Jeopardy
freedom of religion
due process protections from the Federal government
freedom to peaceably assemble
Which two of the following are rights granted by the 5th Amendment for all U.S. Citizens?
defines citizenship
Double Jeopardy
extends due process protects to the state level
due process protections from the Federal government
freedom to peaceably assemble
Carefully examine the image provided. It represents a protest that occurred in the United States. Decide if, based on First Amendment protections, it shows an example of a peaceful protest or not.
Peaceful Protest
Not a Peaceful Protest
Carefully examine the image provided. It represents a protest that occurred in the United States. Decide if, based on First Amendment protections, it shows an example of a peaceful protest or not.
Peaceful Protest
Not a Peaceful Protest
Carefully examine the image provided. It represents a protest that occurred in the United States. Decide if, based on First Amendment protections, it shows an example of a peaceful protest or not.
Peaceful Protest
Not a Peaceful Protest
Carefully examine the image provided. It represents a protest that occurred in the United States. Decide if, based on First Amendment protections, it shows an example of a peaceful protest or not.
Peaceful Protest
Not a Peaceful Protest
Carefully examine the image provided. It represents a protest that occurred in the United States. Decide if, based on First Amendment protections, it shows an example of a peaceful protest or not.
Peaceful Protest
Not a Peaceful Protest
Carefully examine the image provided. It represents a protest that occurred in the United States. Decide if, based on First Amendment protections, it shows an example of a peaceful protest or not.
Peaceful Protest
Not a Peaceful Protest
Which three of the following are the best ways to stay informed about current issues and events?
Reading historical fiction books recommended by the teacher or school medial specialist
Watching all of the major cable news channels like CNBC, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and NewsNation
Spending 2-3 hours viewing posts and videos on Instagram or TikTok
Reading through all available print media such as the Daily Press, the Los Angeles Times, the New York Post, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Washington Times
Watch or attend any debates or town halls held by representatives
What does the Oath of Allegiance ask naturalized citizens to agree to?
Promising to never visit your home country again
Promise to give up your culture and religious beliefs
Promising to vote in every election
Promising to be loyal to the country and obey its laws
The most basic responsibility of all citizens is to
pay taxes
contribute to the common good
serve on a jury
volunteer at a school
Richard Hatch, the inaugural winner of the reality TV show Survivor, won $1,000,000. When filing his taxes the following year, he failed to report his winnings as part of his total income. The most likely consequence of this tax evasion would be
a second appearance on Survior
a warning
a fine or jail time
a refund
