Warmup You have 4 minutes to answer these questions with your group 1. Name two ways a person can be a U.S. citizen. 2. Name the amendment number that defines U.S. citizenship. 3. What is the process to become a citizen called?

So now you’re a citizen, what does that mean?

DUTIES-THINGS YOU ARE REQUIRED (HAVE TO DO) OR YOU CAN BE PUNISHED BY THE GOVERNMENT WITH FINES OR JAIL.

OBEY THE LAW Example: Speed limits

Pay Taxes Example: Property tax, income tax

Serve in the armed forces if called (draft) Ex: Young men must register by age 18

Serve on a jury if called (jury duty) Ex: the court sends a letter that you are needed for a trial

RESPONSIBILITIES-THINGS YOU SHOULD DO BUT DO NOT HAVE TO DO- (VOLUNTARY)

Respect different points of view Ex: be respectful of other people’s opinions, even if you don’t agree

Register and Vote Ex: go to vote for the next president of the U.S.

Communicate with government officials Ex: Send an email to your senator to ask for a new water park in Sterling

Participate in political campaigns Ex: Help a candidate by putting up signs to help get them elected

Hold elective office Ex: Become a candidate to be the next governor of Virginia

Volunteer in the community Ex: join a group that is going to clean graffiti in the local park

Stay informed with current issues Ex: Watch the news

Character Traits of A Citizen Example Be Trustworthy Not telling lies, keeping secrets Respect Others Being polite to others, understanding that other people have the same right to privileges as you Be Personally Responsible Doing what is expected of you, owing up to your accomplishments and your shortcomings, relying on yourself to complete a task Develop Patriotism Showing love for your country, wearing the red, white, and blue, celebrating the 4th of July