Question

Citizens also have the opportunity to go beyond their civic duty and set an example of model citizenship.

Which of these are examples of actions people can take to help improve their communities? Check all that apply.

voting in local, state, and national elections
volunteering to work at a local homeless shelter
paying taxes to the federal government and local government
learning about a major national issue being debated in Congress
responding to a jury duty summons that comes in the mail

Answer 1

Check:
- voting in local, state, and national elections — Yes
- volunteering to work at a local homeless shelter — Yes
- learning about a major national issue being debated in Congress — Yes

Do not check:
- paying taxes to the federal government and local government — No (this is a legal civic duty)
- responding to a jury duty summons that comes in the mail — No (this is a legal civic duty)

Explanation: Voting, volunteering, and staying informed are voluntary responsibilities that help improve communities; paying taxes and serving on a jury are required civic duties.