U.S. Citizenship Civics TestRights and ResponsibilitiesEasy
An eligible individual is considering their civic duties. Which of the following is an example of a responsibility that is exclusively for United States citizens?
- AServing on a jury when called upon.
- BPaying federal, state, and local taxes.
- CObeying all laws of the land.
- DAttending public school up to a certain age.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Serving on a jury when called upon.
Serving on a jury is a civic duty specifically required of U.S. citizens. While other duties like paying taxes and obeying laws apply to all residents, jury service is a unique responsibility of citizenship.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Paying taxes is a responsibility for all residents, not just citizens.
- C. Obeying laws is a responsibility for everyone living in the United States.
- D. Attending public school is a right and requirement for children, regardless of citizenship status.
Citizen Responsibilities
Specific civic duties that are exclusively required of United States citizens.
- Serving on a jury
- Voting in federal elections
- Running for federal office
Memory trick: Jury Votes for Office, only if a Citizen.