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QuizMultiple Choice

Duties and Responsibilities

Question 5 • Fall 24 American Government/Civics IC

Rosario watches Congressional hearings on television. She is angered by one of the bills that congress is about to pass, so she decides to organize a peaceful neighborhood protest. Which of the following is a true statement about Rosario?

Answer
A
Rosario is overstepping her bounds as a citizen because she is breaking the law.
B
Rosario is taking action on her civic responsibilities to stay informed and participate in government.
C
Rosario is volunteering and exercising her right to vote.
D
Rosario is taking action on her duty to be an informed citizen.

Explanation

Rosario is responding to a proposed law by organizing a peaceful protest, a form of civic participation protected by the right to assemble. She is also staying informed by watching the hearings. Choice B, “taking action on her civic responsibilities to stay informed and participate in government,” describes both actions. A peaceful protest is not breaking the law, and organizing one is not voting or volunteering.

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