Unit 1 Citizenship: Duty or Responsibility?

Duty or Responsibility:

Pay Taxes

DUTY of all American citizens

Duty or Responsibility:

Serve in the armed forces if called upon

DUTY of all American citizens

Duty or Responsibility:

Serve on a jury in court

DUTY of all American citizens

Duty or Responsibility:

Serve as a witness in court when called (summoned)

DUTY of all American citizens

Duty or Responsibility:

Register and vote

Responsibility of a citizen

Duty or Responsibility:

Hold elective office

Responsibility of a citizen

Duty or Responsibility: Communicate with government officials to influence government actions

Responsibility of a citizen

Duty or Responsibility: Serve in voluntary, appointed (picked) government positions

Responsibility of a citizen

Duty or Responsibility: Participate in a political campaigns (support individuals running for political office)

Responsibility of a citizen

Duty or Responsibility: Keep informed of current issues

Responsibility of a citizen

Duty or Responsibility: Respect rights of others to an equal voice in government

Responsibility of a citizen

I've been drafted by the USA military.

It is my duty as a citizen to complete Selective Service.

I paid the sales tax after I bought my new shoes.

It is my duty as a citizen to do this, eventhough it increases the price.

I read the newspaper and am informed about events in Afghanistan.

It is my responsibility as a citizen to keep informed of current events.

I decided to vote!

It is my responsibility as a citizen to help create our government.

Definition of duty

A task or action that citizens are legally required to perform

Definition of responsibility

A task or action that citizens should perform if they are able

What is the consequence of not fulfilling a duty?

A fine or jail time.

Patriotism

A sense of pride in one's country

Self-reliance

the ability to rely on one's own capabilities and to solve problems.

Define "jury"

a group of citizens sworn to give a verdict in a court of law

courteous

polite and gracious; considerate toward others; well-mannered

Accountability

Willingness to take credit and blame for actions.