U.S. Citizenship
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U.S. Citizenship
Civics Unit
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What is a “citizen?” Citizen:
A member of a nation Loyal to their nation Rights are protected by the nation’s
government
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We show our loyalty as citizens when we say the
Pledge of Allegiance
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What is “Citizenship?” Citizenship:
Being a citizen
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Who are citizens?The Law of the Soil:
Automatically a citizen, if born
on the U.S. land! The Law of Blood:
If you are born outside the U.S. to parents who are citizens, then you are a citizen!
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Citizens continued…Citizens by Naturalization
Immigrants can become U.S. citizens through a process
Can apply for citizenship
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Rights of Citizens: Security – Protection of your rights Equality – We are all treated the same
regardless of race, religion, etc Liberty – freedoms of citizens
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Did you know…
That you are fulfilling one of the responsibilities of citizens right now?
Which responsibility??
Attending School!
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Responsibilities of Citizens
Obeying the Law Paying Taxes (both local and
national)
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Responsibilities Continued
Defending the Nation Serving in Court
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Responsibilities Continued
Attending School Voting
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Additional Responsibilities
Being informed about the government and knowing your rights in order to preserve them.
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Participating in the government Voting, running for office,
petitioning the government
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Respecting the rights of others
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Respecting Diversity
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The Great Pyramid of Citizenship
In your groups, fill in examples of the rights and responsibilities at each level!
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Home Rights: Responsibilities
• Video games• Food• TV
EX: Sweep; wash dishes & dog
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School Rights: Responsibilities
• Eat in cafeteria• Wear appropriate t-shirt
EX: No backward hats, gum, weapons
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City Rights: Responsibilities
Right to use sidewalks and parks
EX: No barking dogs at night, no kites in park
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State Rights: Responsibilities
• Right to free education• Equal rights for men and women
Property tax; income tax; sales tax
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Nation Rights: Responsibilities
• Freedom of speech • Right to vote• No searches without a warrant
Don’t commit treason; vote!