What This Unit Cover

SS.7.C.2.1: Define the term "citizen," and identify legal means of becoming a United States citizen.

• Students will define citizenship as stated in the Fourteenth Amendment.
• Students will describe the process of becoming a naturalized citizen.
• Students will evaluate the impact of the naturalization process on society, government, or the political process.

SS.7.C.2.2: Evaluate the obligations citizens have to obey laws, pay taxes, defend the nation, and serve on juries.

• Students will distinguish between an obligation or duty and a responsibility as it relates to citizenship. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, voting, attending civic meetings, petitioning government, and running for office.
• Students will recognize the concept of the common good as a rationale for fulfilling the obligations and/or responsibilities of citizenship.
• Students will evaluate the obligations and/or responsibilities of citizens as they relate to active participation in society and government.
• Students will examine the significant contributions of citizens to a democratic society.
• Students will use scenarios to assess specific obligations of citizens.
• Students will identify the consequences or predict the outcome on society of citizens who do not fulfill their citizenship responsibilities.
• Students will evaluate the impact of civic participation on society, government, or the political process.

Here is a video that discusses the role good citizens play in our country every day.