15 questions
T or F: In our nation, all citizen involvement in the functions of government is voluntary.
True
False
Voter participation is highest in __________.
congressional races
presidential elections
states with online voting
states with voter ID requirements
Being informed means you __________.
knowing your rights, search out facts, not just opinions
have an opinion about important issues
trust one source for your information
will always make the right decisions about important issues
Failure to register for the Selective Service can result in a __________.
maximum fine of $250,000
maximum of five years in jail
maximum fine of $250,000 and/or five years in jail
maximum fine of $250 and/or five months in jail
T or F: All U.S. citizens, who are not convicted felons, are considered equal and entitled to be treated the same under the law.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of community volunteering?
You gain skills and experience that could help you in the future.
You fulfill civic responsibilities by contributing to the common good.
You earn money for college.
You learn more about yourself and others.
T or F: More than one-quarter of Americans volunteer their time.
True
False
More than __________ JROTC Cadets nationwide are actively involved with community service projects.
300,000
400,000
500,000
600,000
__________ means relating to citizenship or being a citizen of a community.
Civic
Civil
Civilian
The act of intentionally breaking a law as a form of protest is called __________.
a crime
a misdemeanor
a felony
civil disobedience
A group of people united by common government, location, interest, or activity is a __________.
commune
community
civility
__________ is a crime, typically involving violence, regarded as more serious than a misdemeanor.
A felony
An indictment
A conviction
An incarceration
If something is mandatory, that means it is __________.
optional
required
voluntary
legal
__________ is the ability to respect and accept others, regardless of their beliefs, practices, or differences.
Intolerance
Xenophobia
Tolerance
The government agency that keeps records on and may implement the draft is called the __________.
American Draft System
Draft Selection Service
Selective Service
Department of Defense