"Identify the role of the citizen in the selection of government officials and lawmaking; compare individual liberties under different forms of government."
Learning objective:
Responsibility: The duty of an individual to act in accordance with the law and fulfill their obligations to the government and society. Civic Participation: The active involvement of citizens in the political, social, and economic life of the community. Rights and Freedoms: The freedom to make decisions, express opinions, practice religion, and participate in political processes without fear of discrimination or oppression.
Concepts:
Citizens have the right to expect fair and equal treatment under the law. Citizens are expected to respect the laws of the land and participate in the democracy. Citizens have the responsibility to contribute to the well-being of their community.
The Role of the Citizen
In one word, describe the role of a citizen?
Citizens of a country have the right to petition the government to make changes or pass a new law. Citizens of some countries have the right to vote for the representatives in their government. The responsibility of a citizen includes obeying the laws of their nation, paying taxes, and serving in the military if necessary.
Did you know?
What is the role of a citizen?
- To protect the country
- To obey laws and respect the rights of others
- To serve in the military
- To pay taxes
What is the most important duty of a citizen?
- To obey laws and respect the rights of others
- To vote
- To serve in the military
- To pay taxes
What is another responsibility of a citizen?
- To serve on a jury
- To obey laws and respect the rights of others
- To vote
- To pay taxes
What is NOT a responsibility of a citizen?
- To get a driver's license
- To obey laws and respect the rights of others
- To vote
- To serve in the military
How can a citizen help their community?
- By volunteering
- By obeying laws and respecting the rights of others
- By paying taxes
- By running for public office