Question 1

Civic duties: obeying the law, going to school. Civic responsibilities : staying informed ______. Which of the following  best completes the shaded part of the list?

Accepted Answer

participating in government

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registering for the draft

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paying income taxes

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serving on a jury

Question 2

Iana is seventeen years old and is concerned about the water quality of the river near a local chemical industry. The following actions can be taken by Iana EXCEPT -

Accepted Answer

registering to vote and the voting for the candidate that has promised to protect the river

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keeping informed about news regarding the industry and measures taken to protect the river

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contacting an elected official to encourage the creation of an ordinance to protect the river

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volunteering for a political candidate that is promising to create laws to protect the river

Question 3

"Registering to vote, keeping informed regarding current issues, communicating with government officials" - Which title best fits this list?

Accepted Answer

responsibilities of citizens

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duties of political candidates

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duties of citizens

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community service activities

Question 4

Carson is concerned about people speeding in his neighborhood and is worried about the safety of his family and neighbors. Which action best demonstrates Carson being a responsible citizen?

Accepted Answer

he contacts his local government official to discuss  the possibility of lowering the speed limit

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he drives slowly in the neighborhood to keep others from speeding

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he complains to his neighbors about the people speeding

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he places a sign in his yard that warns drivers of the consequences of driving too fast

Question 5

In Australia , citizens are required to vote in elections. If they do not vote, they may have to pay a fine. How does the United Stated differ from Australia ?

Accepted Answer

voting in the United States is a civic responsibility but is not mandatory

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people in the U.S. are required to register but voting is voluntary

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United States citizens who fail to vote can send in an absentee ballot after election day

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if you do not vote in the U.S. , you may serve time in jail

Question 6

contributing to the public good through community service

Accepted Answer

responsibility

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duty

Question 7

Sierra Partenope decides to serve as mayor if elected

Accepted Answer

responsibility

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duty

Question 8

Alex Ortiz decides to write the school board about shorter school days.

Accepted Answer

responsibility

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duty

Question 9

Chris J. , Anthony B, and Maverick R. decide to help Terry Mcauliffe's campaign

Accepted Answer

responsibility

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duty

Question 10

___________________ is to contribute to the common good!

Accepted Answer

A basic responsibility of citizenship

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A basic duty of citizenship

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A duty requirement

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A voluntary duty of citizenship

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