Citizenship: What it means - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a responsible citizen?

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Criticizing government policies

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Obeying the law

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Voting in elections

Question 2

Citizens can play a role in shaping their communities in many ways. Which of these is NOT one of them?

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Boycotting local businesses

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Participating in local decision-making

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Volunteering their time

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Supporting local businesses

Question 3

What is the aim of citizenship education?

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To create informed and engaged citizens

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To prepare students for future leadership roles

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To promote national pride

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To instill obedience to authority

Question 4

What is NOT a right of a citizen living in the United Kingdom?

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The right to keep and bear arms

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The right to free education up to the age of 18

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The right to vote in elections from the age of 18

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The right to a fair trial

Question 5

Who is responsible for creating laws in the United Kingdom?

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Parliament

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The Queen

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The Prime Minister

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The Supreme Court

Question 6

What is the name of the document that outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of British citizens?

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The Human Rights Act

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The Magna Carta

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The Bill of Rights

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The Constitution

Question 7

What is the most accurate definition of citizenship?

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Having the rights and responsibilities of a member of a society

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Being born or naturalized in a country

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Participating in political processes

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Contributing to society

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of UK citizens?

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Voting in elections on every occasion

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Obeying the law

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Paying taxes

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Protecting the environment

Question 9

When a person becomes a citizen of a new country through legal means, it is called:

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Naturalization

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Immigration

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Emigration

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Adoption

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of active citizen participation?

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Volunteering in the community

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Attending school

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Watching the news

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Going to work

Question 11

Which of the following rights is protected by the Human Rights Act in the UK?

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Right to life

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Right to a job

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Right to own a car

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Right to free candy

Question 12

What is a key role of the government in promoting active citizenship?

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Creating opportunities for participation

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Punishing citizens for not participating

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Restricting freedom of speech

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Censoring the media

Question 13

What do the letters 'MP' stand for in relation to UK citizenship?

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Member of Parliament

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Master of Parliament

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Minister of Parliament

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Major of Parliament

Question 14

How do local governments and community groups promote local citizenship and encourage active civic engagement?

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Offer opportunities for volunteering in the community

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Host community events and festivals

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Create youth councils or forums

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Provide financial rewards for civic participation

Question 15

What are the three key aspects of citizenship?

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Rights, Responsibilities, Participation

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Duties, Obligations, Privileges

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Rights, Freedoms, Responsibilities

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Responsibilities, Duties, Rights

Question 16

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a citizen?

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To obey the law

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To exercise their right to vote

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To express their opinions freely

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To pay taxes

Question 17

What is the main goal of citizenship education?

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To create informed and engaged citizens

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To prepare students for the workplace

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To promote patriotism

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To ensure obedience to authority

Question 18

Technology can enhance citizenship in various ways. However, which of the following is a potential drawback of technology for citizenship?

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Limiting citizens' ability to express themselves freely

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Facilitating access to information for citizens on crucial issues

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Empowering citizens to communicate with government representatives

Question 19

How can citizens actively participate in shaping their communities?

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Attending public meetings and consultations to share their thoughts

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Expressing views only through social media or online petitions

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Accepting decisions made by elected officials without question

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Relying solely on experts and professionals for decision-making

Question 20

How do civic values like empathy, tolerance, and respect contribute to stronger communities and citizens?

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They foster inclusivity and acceptance, reducing discrimination.

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They ensure that citizens respect the law and each other.

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They encourage citizens to participate in elections and civic activities.

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They have no impact on community interactions.

Question 21

In a liberal model of citizenship, citizens are primarily responsible for their own well-being. What is the role of the state in this model?

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Providing limited support to citizens

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Ensuring citizen participation in politics

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Promoting the common good of the community

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Ignoring citizens' well-being and obligations

Question 22

How has globalization influenced the understanding of citizenship?

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It has broadened the concept of citizenship beyond national boundaries.

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It has diminished the significance of citizenship.

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It has restricted the focus of citizenship to local areas.

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental element of citizenship?

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Patriotism

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Rights

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Responsibilities

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Participation

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a core aspect of citizenship?

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Solely being born in a particular country

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Rights and responsibilities

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Active participation in society

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Understanding and obeying the law

Question 25

What is one of the primary responsibilities of a citizen in the United Kingdom?

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Paying their fair share of taxes

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Casting a vote in elections

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Protecting the country through military service

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Enrolling in school

Question 26

What is the primary responsibility of a UK citizen?

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To obey the law

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To pay taxes

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To vote in elections

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To serve on a jury

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT considered a fundamental right of a British citizen?

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Right to carry and use any type of weapon

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Freedom of speech and expression

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Right to a fair trial

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Right to vote in elections

Question 28

The primary responsibility of a citizen is to:

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Uphold and obey the laws of their country

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Participate actively in government decision-making

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Pay taxes and fulfill financial obligations

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Serve in the military to defend their nation

Question 29

What is the primary goal of citizenship education?

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Inform students about their rights and responsibilities as citizens

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Teach students about their country's history

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Prepare students for government careers

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Mobilize students for political activism

Question 30

Which action is an example of active citizenship?

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Volunteering in the community

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Attending school regularly

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Following current events on social media

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Paying attention in class

Question 31

Which body is responsible for making laws in the UK?

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The Parliament

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The Prime Minister

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The Monarch

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The Supreme Court

Question 32

What is a fundamental difference between a citizen and a resident?

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Citizens can vote, while residents cannot

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Residents have access to healthcare, while citizens do not

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Citizens must obey the law, while residents do not

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Residents pay taxes, while citizens do not

Question 33

What is a civic duty?

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Obligation to pay taxes

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Required military service

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Requirement to participate in elections

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Obligation to volunteer in the community

Question 34

Why is it crucial for citizens to stay informed about current events?

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To make informed decisions about their community

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To impress others with their knowledge

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To avoid embarrassment in social situations

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To perform well on exams

Question 35

Which of these is NOT an advantage of active citizenship?

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Higher taxes

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Enhanced sense of community

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Increased influence on decision-making

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Expanded social network

Question 36

What is the primary function of the media in a democracy?

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Inform the public about important issues

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Promote government interests

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Provide entertainment

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Generate revenue

Question 37

What is the primary responsibility of a citizen?

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To obey the law

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To pay taxes

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To vote in elections

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To serve in the military

Question 38

What is the key characteristic that distinguishes a citizen from a resident?

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Nationality

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Age

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Place of residence

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Occupation

Question 39

What is the difference between a civil right and a political right?

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Civil rights protect individuals from the government, while political rights allow individuals to participate in government.

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Civil rights are more important than political rights.

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Political rights are more important than civil rights.

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There is no difference between civil and political rights.

Question 40

A key difference between a citizen and a resident is:

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Citizens can vote in elections

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Citizens have more rights

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Citizens are born in the country

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Citizens pay more taxes

Question 41

Which of the following best describes citizenship?

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Being an active member of your community

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Being born in a particular country

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Having the right to vote in elections

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Following the rules of your country

Question 42

What is the most accurate description of citizenship?

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Having the privileges and duties associated with being a member of a community

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Being born in a specific country

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Possessing a passport for a particular country

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Being eligible to vote in a specific country

Question 43

What is the primary responsibility of citizens in a democracy?

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Voting in elections

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Paying taxes

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Serving on juries

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Recycling waste

Question 44

True or False: Citizens are only responsible for their own actions.

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False

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True

Question 45

How does the UK government ensure that the rights of citizens are protected?

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Through the courts

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Through the media

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Through political parties

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Through local councils

Question 46

What is the ultimate goal of citizenship?

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To promote a fair and just society

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To create a more prosperous nation

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To protect national identity

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To increase individual happiness

Question 47

What is the difference between a right and a responsibility?

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Rights are things we are entitled to have, while responsibilities are things we are expected to do

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Responsibilities are things we are entitled to have, while rights are things we are expected to do

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Rights and responsibilities are the same thing

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There is no difference between a right and a responsibility

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a right of a UK citizen?

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Right to bear arms

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Freedom of speech

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Right to vote

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Right to access free healthcare

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of being a UK citizen?

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Right to vote in US elections

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Access to free education

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Protection under the law

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Right to work and live in the UK

Question 50

What is the most accurate definition of citizenship?

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Actively engaging in and contributing to a community

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Being born in a specific country

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Having the right to vote in a country

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Paying taxes within a country

Question 51

What type of government does the United Kingdom have?

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Parliamentary democracy

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Monarchy

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Republic

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Dictatorship

Question 52

In a democratic society, what is the primary role of citizens?

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To take part in the political process

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To make all the decisions on behalf of the government

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To follow every order given by the government

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To pay their taxes

Question 53

What is the main difference between a right and a responsibility?

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Responsibilities are things you have to do, while rights are things you can choose to do

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Rights are things you have to do, while responsibilities are things you can choose to do

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Rights and responsibilities are the same thing

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There is no difference between rights and responsibilities

Question 54

Who is primarily responsible for shaping the kind of community we live in?

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Citizens

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The government

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Local authorities

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Businesses

Question 55

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of citizenship?

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Being born in a particular place

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Belonging to a specific country

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Having rights and responsibilities

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Participating actively in society

Question 56

What is the main difference between a right and a responsibility?

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A right is something you are entitled to, while a responsibility is something you have to do

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A right is something you can choose to do, while a responsibility is something you must do

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A right is something you are given, while a responsibility is something you earn

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A right is something you can sell, while a responsibility is something you can't