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What Types of Citizen Does a Democracy Need?

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 17mins

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Class
Date
1.

According to the background essay, what are the three kinds of good citizens described? Fill in the blanks: The three kinds of good citizens are ________, ________, and ________.

a)

personally responsible, participatory, justice oriented

b)

economically active, environmentally aware, politically neutral

c)

socially passive, culturally indifferent, economically driven

d)

legally compliant, technologically savvy, artistically inclined

2.

Which type of citizen is described as someone who acts responsibly in their community, pays taxes, obeys laws, and volunteers to help those in need?

a)

Personally responsible citizen

b)

Irresponsible citizen

c)

Active citizen

d)

Passive citizen

3.

Which type of citizen organizes community efforts, leads neighborhood associations, and looks for ways to improve their community through active participation?

a)

Passive citizen

b)

Participatory citizen

c)

Disengaged citizen

d)

Informed citizen

4.

Which type of citizen looks critically at social, economic, and political reasons for problems and pushes for specific changes to address problems at their source?

a)

Justice oriented citizen

b)

Passive citizen

c)

Active citizen

d)

Informed citizen

5.

The students in the photo are participating in an activity. What kind of citizenship does their example represent?

a)

Active citizenship

b)

Passive citizenship

c)

Digital citizenship

d)

Global citizenship

6.

According to the article, parents want their children to become:

a)

successful individuals

b)

famous celebrities

c)

professional athletes

d)

musicians

7.

Does this type of citizen have any shortcomings that might weaken an early lunar settlement?

a)

Yes, this type of citizen may lack necessary skills for survival on the Moon.

b)

No, this type of citizen is perfectly suited for lunar settlement.

c)

This type of citizen will always strengthen a lunar settlement.

d)

Shortcomings are irrelevant to lunar settlements.

8.

This type of citizen has special qualities that would strengthen an early lunar settlement.

a)

Yes, they have special qualities that would strengthen the settlement.

b)

No, they do not have any special qualities.

c)

They have qualities, but they are not useful for a lunar settlement.

d)

Their qualities would weaken the settlement.

9.

Which of the following are examples of participatory citizenship from Sue Brady’s life in her 20s, 30s, 60s, and 70s?

a)

Examples of her community involvement and civic engagement at different ages

b)

Her favorite hobbies and pastimes

c)

Her educational achievements only

d)

Her family background and ancestry

10.

What is an example of volunteer leadership from her life? What is an example of elected public leadership?

a)

Organizing a community clean-up; Serving as a city council member

b)

Winning a sports competition; Becoming a school principal

c)

Starting a business; Running for mayor

d)

Teaching a class; Leading a student club

11.

There is a danger in having too many participatory citizens in the inner settlement.

a)

Yes, it can lead to overcrowding and management issues.

b)

No, more participatory citizens always improve the settlement.

c)

It has no effect on the inner settlement.

d)

It makes the settlement less democratic.

12.

This type of citizen has special qualities that would strengthen the settlement. Which of the following best explains why?

a)

They possess skills or knowledge beneficial to the community.

b)

They are unfamiliar with the settlement's needs.

c)

They prefer to live alone and avoid group activities.

d)

They lack any unique abilities.

13.

Cesar Chavez chose a hunger strike as a form of protest because:

a)

He wanted to draw attention to the cause through nonviolent means and inspire others to act.

b)

He believed violence was the only way to achieve change.

c)

He wanted to avoid public attention.

d)

He was protesting for personal gain.

14.

Chavez identifies which of the following as important characteristics of citizenship in his quote?

a)

Active participation and responsibility

b)

Wealth and social status

c)

Political power and influence

d)

Education and intelligence

15.

There is a danger in having too many justice oriented citizens in the lunar settlement.

a)

Yes, it could lead to conflicts over differing views of justice.

b)

No, it would create a perfectly harmonious society.

c)

Yes, it would result in a lack of leadership.

d)

No, it would have no impact on the settlement.

16.

This type of citizen has special qualities that would strengthen the lunar settlement.

a)

Yes, they have special qualities that would strengthen the settlement.

b)

No, they do not have any special qualities.

c)

They have qualities, but they would weaken the settlement.

d)

Their qualities are irrelevant to the settlement's strength.

17.

Which type of citizen is most likely to initiate changes in laws to address social injustices within a settlement?

a)

Justice oriented citizen

b)

Passive citizen

c)

Personally responsible citizen

d)

Participatory citizen

18.

What is a potential challenge of having only personally responsible citizens in a lunar settlement?

a)

Too much focus on technological advancement

b)

Excessive political debates

c)

Lack of community leadership and innovation

d)

Overcrowding in public spaces

19.

Which of the following actions best demonstrates participatory citizenship in a new community?

a)

Staying informed about local news

b)

Organizing a town hall meeting to discuss community issues

c)

Following all settlement rules

d)

Paying taxes on time

20.

Which type of citizen is most likely to volunteer for community service and help neighbors in times of need?

a)

Passive citizen

b)

Disengaged citizen

c)

Justice oriented citizen

d)

Personally responsible citizen

21.

What distinguishes a participatory citizen from a personally responsible citizen?

a)

Participatory citizens actively engage in community organizations and initiatives, while personally responsible citizens focus on individual actions like obeying laws and helping others.

b)

Participatory citizens avoid community involvement, while personally responsible citizens lead organizations.

c)

There is no difference between the two types of citizens.

d)

Participatory citizens only pay taxes, while personally responsible citizens protest for change.

22.

Which of the following best describes a justice oriented citizen's approach to solving community problems?

a)

They analyze root causes and advocate for systemic change.

b)

They focus solely on personal responsibility.

c)

They only participate in social events.

d)

They ignore problems and hope they resolve themselves.

23.

Which of the following actions best represents a justice oriented citizen in a new settlement?

a)

Organizing a campaign to address unfair resource distribution

b)

Paying taxes on time

c)

Attending social gatherings

d)

Ignoring community issues

24.

What is a key characteristic of a participatory citizen in a community?

a)

They prefer to work alone and not collaborate.

b)

They lead and participate in local organizations and events.

c)

They focus only on personal achievements.

d)

They avoid involvement in community matters.

25.

Which type of citizen is most likely to follow rules, help others, and donate to community causes?

a)

Passive citizen

b)

Justice oriented citizen

c)

Personally responsible citizen

d)

Disengaged citizen

26.

Which type of Citizen does a democracy need?

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27.

Which type of citizen is most likely to organize a protest to address unfair treatment in their community?

a)

Justice oriented citizen

b)

Passive citizen

c)

Disengaged citizen

d)

Personally responsible citizen

28.

What is a possible drawback of having only participatory citizens in a lunar settlement?

a)

Overemphasis on personal achievements

b)

Excessive rule-breaking

c)

Lack of community involvement

d)

Too much focus on group activities and not enough on individual responsibility

29.

Which of the following actions best demonstrates a personally responsible citizen in a new settlement?

a)

Donating supplies to neighbors in need

b)

Leading a campaign for policy change

c)

Organizing a community festival

d)

Ignoring local issues