1. 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?

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

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

4. OBEY THE LAW
Example: Speed limits

5. Pay Taxes
Example: Property tax, income tax

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

15. Stay informed with current issues
Ex: Watch the news

16. 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