Transcript Civic Duties and Civic Responsibilities

CIVIC DUTIES AND CIVIC
RESPONSIBILITIES
SSCG 7, 8E
WHAT IS A CIVIC DUTY?
• Civic duties are the “musts” of
citizenship. This means that all
U.S. citizens are required by
law to perform these actions.
CIVIC DUTIES
• 1: Obeying the law: Our country only
works if everyone obeys the laws!
• 2: Attending School: All U.S. citizens
must go to school so that citizens have
the skills necessary to get jobs.
• 3. Paying Taxes: All citizens must pay
taxes because it gives our government
money to do things like pave roads,
pay for police, public housing, schools,
etc.
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• 4. Serving in the Armed Forces:
We have a duty to protect our
country.
• 5. Appearing in Court: If you are
called to serve jury duty or to
testify as a witness, you must do
so.
CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Civic responsibilities are the
“shoulds” of American citizens.
Though you are not required
by law to do them, most
Americans recognize their
importance.
CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• 1: Voting: One of the most important
rights of U.S. citizens—they get to
choose who our leaders will be.
• 2: Being Informed: To make a good
decision when voting and to be
involved in government, it is important
to know about current events.
• 3. Taking Part in Government: Citizens
should be involved, whether they are
a member of government or voting for
it.
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•4. Helping Your Community:
Important to take pride in your
community and get involved
to improve it!
•5. Respecting and Protecting
Others’ Rights: You should
know what rights you have
and must defend human
rights.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN A DUTY AND A
RESPONSIBILITY?
• Duties MUST be done and are
required by law.
• Responsibilities SHOULD be
done and are not required by
law, but are important.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO GET
INVOLVED??
• 1. Speak out! You can write letters to
members of government letting them
know what bothers you!
• 2. Get involved in your community!
Help in your community and work to
improve it.
• 3. Organize petitions and campaigns
to accomplish what you want!
Questions??