1. Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
Chapter 8-5

2. Overview Explain what is a citizen of the United States.
Discuss how Americans can develop democratic values.
Describe responsibilities of citizenship.

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4. What makes a Citizen
You are born in the United States (or at least one parent is a U.S. Citizen.
You were naturalized, you have completed the legal process to become a citizen.
You were under 18 or younger when your parents were naturalized

6. Democratic Values Willingness to work for the good of the nation
Patriotism = Feeling of love and devotion toward one’s country
Respect ourselves, family, neighbors and members of the community
Students have a responsibility to learn
Courage may be physical or moral

7. Responsibilities of Citizenship
Vote
a good citizenship studies candidates and issues in order to make responsible choices
Obey Laws
A good citizen is responsible for knowing and obeying the laws that affect his or her life and actions.
Defend the Nation
Americans have the duty to help defend the nation against threats to its peace and security

8. Responsibilities of Citizenship II
Serve on Jury
Jurors take time out from their work and personal lives to decide the fate of others during a trial.
Serve the Community
Many Americans offer their time and talents to improve their communities or to help others.
Being Informed
A citizen cannot protect his or her rights unless he or she knows what they are

9. At least 1 per state; based on population
Federal Office Holder
Office
Number
Term
Selection
Requirements
Representative
At least 1 per state; based on population
2 years
Elected by voter of congressional district
Age 25 or older
Citizen 7 years
Resident of state in which elected
Senator
2 per state
6 years
Original Constitution
elected by voters
Age 30 or older
Citizen 9 years
President/
Vice President 1
4 years
Elected by Electoral College
Age 35 or older
National born citizen
Resident of U.S. for 14 years
Supreme Court 9
Life
Approved by President
Confirmed by Senate
No requirement

10. Naturalization Process
Establish 5 year residency
Apply for citizenship
Submit application and fee
Get fingerprinted for background check
Get through the Interview Process
Take English and Civic Test
Answer questions about background and character
Take oath of Allegiance

11. Questions Honesty, compassion and courage are examples of:
Democratic Values
What is the best step to complete naturalization:
Complete legal process to become a citizen
Patriotism, respect and responsibilities are examples of:

12. Round Two What are examples of civic responsibilities:
Obey laws, serve on juries, being informed
What is the feature of the article or main body of the Constitution:
Define responsibilities of citizenship

13. Review We covered what it takes to be a U.S. citizen.
What values it takes to be a good citizen.
What responsibilities make a good citizen.
What it takes to be elected to higher office
How the naturalization process works