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Study CE.3c
Duties
of Citizenship |
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What duties are expected of all citizens?
Duties: Citizens are expected to-
• Obey laws
• Pay taxes
• Serve in the armed forces
if called
• Serve on a jury or as a witness in court
For government to be effective, citizens must fulfill
their civic duties.
Citizens who choose not to fulfill these civic duties face
legal consequences. |
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Study CE.3d
Responsibilities of Citizenship |
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What are the ways individuals
demonstrate
responsible citizenship?
A basic responsibility of citizenship is to contribute to the common good.
Civic responsibilities are fulfilled by
choice; they
are voluntary.
Responsibilities of citizens
• Register
and vote
• Hold elective office
• Influence government by communicating with government
officials
• Serve in voluntary, appointed
positions
• Participate in political campaigns
• Keep informed regarding current issues
• Respect others' rights to an equal voice in
government |
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Study CE.3e
Community Service |
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In what ways do citizens
participate
in
community service?
A democratic society requires the
active participation
of its citizens.
Ways for citizens to participate in community service:
• Volunteer to support democratic institutions (e.g.,
League of Women Voters).
• Express concern about the welfare of the community as
a whole (e.g., environment, public health and safety,
education).
• Help to make the community a good place to work and
live (e.g., by becoming involved with public service
organizations, tutoring, volunteering in nursing
homes). |
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STANDARD
CE.4 a-e
Good Citizenship |
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How do individuals
demonstrate
thoughtful
and
effective participation in civic life?
Thoughtful and effective participation in civic life
depends upon the
exercise
of good citizenship.
Good citizens practice:
• Trustworthiness and
honesty
• Courtesy and
respect for the rights of others
• Responsibility,
accountability, and self-reliance
• Respect for the
law
• Patriotism |