Cards in this guide (23)
What is the correct order of the steps in the naturalization process
- undergo a background check
- be interviewed by USCIS
- received a decision about application status
- take an oath of loyalty to the united states
- fill out application paperwork
- undergo a background check
- receive a decision about application status
- take an oath of loyalty to the united states
What statement best describes the united States
it is a democracy and a federation
Which statement is true of the Selective Service
some citizens are required to register for it
some people are obligated to register for it, but there is no
military draft right now
it is a system that will be used if there is a military draft in
the future
What is true of public service
it is civic responsibility but not a legal obligation
If citizens stated these concerns which one could be solved by spending tax money
the roads in my state need to be repaired
the elderly in my state suffer poverty
i am worried about being protected from crime in my town
What is a direct effect of citizens voting
political decisions better reflect citizens' desires
political leaders better understand with policies citizens
support
tax money is distributed to reflect citizens' desires
Why is it important to respect other political opinions
it creates a more informed electorate
Which tactic was primarily used by the civil rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s
holding nonviolent marches
legal challenges through the courts
boycotts
Prior to the passage of the Nineteenth Amendment what was the state of voting rights for women in the US
they could vote in many states but not all of them
Poll taxes were designed to
prevent poor african americans from voting
Which statement most likely comes from a voter who is informed
i know who is running for the senate in my state
i try to read a variety of news sources
i read the local newspaper every day to learn about important
issues
Which situation is an example of a citizen participating in the political process
a citizen voters in a local election
a citizen researches the candidates running for office
a citizen emails for congressional representative about an
important issue
Which of the following is not an available option for registering to vote
Which of the following is not a cause of voter apathy
citizens elect government representatives at the local, stat,
and federal levels
Which of the following is an example of an interest group
people for the ethical treatment of animals
the national association for the advancement of colored
people
Which task do volunteers for a political campaign usually do
print posters and campaign materials
Why might citizens choose to join a political party
they can be part of a community of like- minded citizens
What voluntary action can be taken by citizens who want to make a political difference beyond voting
engaging in civil disobedience
joining an interest group
Publicly protesting at a political rally - APEX
What is the most direct method of political participation
volunteering for a political campaign
engaging in civil disobedience
Which statement correctly summarizes why civic participation is important in a democracy
Citizens can make their voices heard through their congressional representatives. Apex :)
Which diagram most effectively shows how a voter influences policy
a voter asks a political candidate a question at a campaign event. - the candidate learns what issues are important to local citizens.
How does civic participation primarily influence the political process in the United States
It makes the political process more democratic by having citizens voice their concerns.
Which is a common political advocacy strategy
Boycotting government services