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A Citizen's Responsibilities — Quiz Answers

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To volunteer for national service, US citizens can

A
serve at homeless shelters.
B
work for religious programs.
C
join the volunteer firefighters.
D
take part in Teach for America.
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Which pair of statements best compares the rights and requirements of US citizens?

A
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of religion. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to clean up litter.
B
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to obey laws.
C
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of religion. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to testify in court.
D
Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to volunteer.
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What is the first step in selecting US citizens to serve as members of a jury?

A
Judges and lawyers choose the members of the jury.
B
Possible jury members receive a court summons.
C
All possible jury members must report to the court.
D
The names of possible jurors are chosen at random.
4

In the United States, potential jury members are notified of their duty by

A
a phone call.
B
a summons.
C
an e-mail.
D
a text message.
5

American citizens must pay federal taxes, which are paid via

A
income taxes.
B
sin taxes.
C
property taxes.
D
sales taxes.
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In the United States, the responsibility of voting includes

A
signing up for a political party.
B
signing up for Selective Service.
C
registering to vote in one’s home state.
D
making contributions to political campaigns.
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An example of a volunteer opportunity within one’s community might be

A
serve at a homeless shelter.
B
join the US Army or US Navy.
C
take part in Teach for America.
D
sign up for the Peace Corps.
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Which of these is an example of a way in which a young American might make a choice to be of national service without being required?

A
paying local, state, and federal taxes.
B
registering for the draft at a certain age.
C
responding to a summons to serve on juries.
D
volunteering for the Peace Corps.
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One example of a civic responsibility that is not a requirement is

A
paying state and local taxes.
B
clearing litter from the street.
C
registering for the draft.
D
serving as a jury member.
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What is an example of a civil service job?

A
pediatrician
B
stockbroker
C
police officer
D
store clerk

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