A newspaper prints a story criticizing a decision made by Congress, and the government cannot stop the story from being printed. Which right does this protect?

A citizen stops at red lights, follows the rules in public parks, and obeys the laws passed by Congress. These actions are best described as what?

In the United States, adult citizens have the right to ___ in an election to choose the leaders who will represent them.

A person accused of breaking a law is brought before a court, is allowed a lawyer, and has the case heard by a judge. Which right does this describe?

A court sends a letter telling a citizen to report for jury duty. Serving on that jury is an example of what?

Families living on the same street attend different places of worship, and the government does not tell any of them what to believe. Which right does this describe?

A group of citizens meets outside a government building, holds signs, and asks lawmakers to change a law they dislike. Which right are they using?

Citizens are expected to pay taxes to the government. What does the government mainly use that tax money for?

The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution. What does it do?

Citizens who disagree with a law may say so in public and ask the government to change it.

A citizen volunteers at a food drive, helps clean up a public park, and attends meetings where a new law is discussed. These actions are examples of what?

What is a right?

What is a responsibility?

Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

What does freedom of speech protect?

Which is an example of using freedom of speech responsibly?

Freedom of religion also protects people who choose not to follow any religion.

Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, the press, and peaceful assembly?

Why is voting an important civic responsibility for adults who are citizens?

Anyone who lives in the United States may vote in a public election, no matter how old the person is.

Which is a responsibility of citizens rather than a right?

Why do communities have laws?

A family buys a $10 toy, and the store adds 70 cents that goes to the state government. What is this extra money called?

Which is an example of being a responsible community member?

What does it mean to respect the rights of others?

A person can have rights and responsibilities at the same time.

Which responsibility matches the right to a public education?

A person born in another country wants to become a United States citizen. What is the legal process called?

In the United States, adult citizens must pay a fee before they are allowed to vote.

In a United States court, a person accused of a crime is treated as ___ until proven guilty.

The government must follow the law too.

What is a petition?

Which action is an example of civic participation by a student?

Freedom of the press means a newspaper must get permission from the government before printing a story.

Why is it important to get information from reliable sources?

Which is a responsibility when using the internet to share ideas?

When most people in a town vote for a new rule, the people who voted against it lose the right to speak out about it.

What is the common good?

Which choice best shows fairness?

A community works best when people use their rights responsibly and respect others.