Civics Test - Chapter 3

Because she was a ___________ citizen, Marisa was unable to run for the office of Vice-President.

naturalized

What are some of the basic duties of American citizens

obeying the laws, defending the nation, serving on a jury or as a witness in court, paying taxes, and attending school.

Representatives

people who are chosen to speak and act for their fellow citizens in government

Witnesses

people who have seen events related to the crime or who have special information that may help determine the guilt or innocence of the person on trial

Candidate

person running for office

Some of the elected ________ supported a plan to help ease the traffic problems in the region.

representatives

Social Roles

roles that people pay in real life

Some of the many ______________ that Miles played over the course of his day included those of son, husband, father, boss, and neighbor.

social roles

Rule of Law

the concept of a government of laws, rather than of men and woman

Common good

the well-being of all members of society

The defendants benefited from the numerous ___________ who testified about their honesty and generosity.

witnesses

Naturalized

you have gone through the process of becoming a citizen

Each year, thousands of _______ went through the process of becoming naturalized citizens.

aliens

How can citizens play more than one social role at a time

Citizens can play more than one social role at a time by being born into some roles, being required to play some roles, and choosing to play some in order to fulfill your needs.

Why do you think citizens would not be likely to give up their citizenship lightly

Citizens would not be likely to give up their citizenship lightly because the country you were born in is your home, a part of your culture, and what makes you diverse. Giving up all that in order to start on a new slate in a new country will obviously be hard for you.

Why is working toward the common goodie responsibility of American citizens

Working toward the common good is one responsibility of American citizens because if everyone works for the well-being of society, then this country will be an overall better place for others to grow up in.

Alien

a citizen of one country who lives in another country

Jury of Peers

a group of ordinary citizens who hear the case and decide whether the accused person is innocent or guilty

Citizens

a person with certain rights and duties under a government

Why might a citizen choose to give up his or her citizenship?

A citizen might choose to give up his or her citizenship to go to another country, such as the United States, for more opportunities for work and a better life. This is why they might give up their citizenship to one country and become naturalized.

How do witnesses and jurors participate in some of the duties of American citizenship

Because Americans have a right to a fair trial, it is the duty of all adult citizens to serve as jurors and act as witnesses when they are called to do so. Witnesses and jurors also participate in the right of obeying the law because law states for people to have jury duty, etc. They also participate in defending the nations, sometimes, based on the type of case it is.

Why do social roles tend to change over time

Social roles tend to change over time because of age. You wouldn't have the social role of a student when you are 40 years old, nor would you have the social role of friend over time because friends come and go.

Why is the "office of citizenship" an important social role

The "office of citizen" is an important social role because it devotes much time helping with political campaigns or working for organizations that try to influence government decisions. If there weren't citizens, then why would we have presidents, schools, board members, or even city council men. Without citizens nothing would be possible. Everything that happens is for us.

What are some advantages of American citizenship

being able to vote and to hold elected office, being able to say what you think in speech or in writing, being able to practice your own religion, and being able to have a fair trial.

Stanley made an excellent _________ for office. He has a vast amount of experience and many supporters in his home district.

candidate

Because she took being a _________ seriously, Mrs. Jensen always abided by the laws, upheld her civic duties, and fulfilled her social obligations.

citizen

Throughout the course of her day, Nigella contributed to the ___________. She volunteered at a nursing home and helped her elderly neighbors register to vote.

common good