Question

1. primary source: fourteenth amendment

\all persons born or naturalized in the united states are citizens... and must be treated equally under the
law.\

why is this amendment important?
a. it limits congress
b. it protects people from unfair state laws
c. it weakens federal courts
d. it removes voting rights

standard: ss-9-gc-u-4
bloom’s level: analyze

1. which action is a responsibility, not a required duty?

a. paying taxes
b. serving on a jury
c. voting
d. obeying laws

standard: ss-9-gc-u-3
bloom’s level: apply

Explanation:

Question 11

The Fourteenth Amendment's equal protection clause ensures that states cannot enact unfair laws that discriminate against citizens. Option A is incorrect as it doesn't limit Congress in this context. Option C is wrong as it doesn't weaken federal courts. Option D is incorrect as it doesn't remove voting rights.

Paying taxes (A), serving on a jury (B), and obeying laws (D) are required duties (obligations) of citizens. Voting (C) is a responsibility (a voluntary action to participate in democracy) and not a mandatory duty.

Answer:

B. It protects people from unfair state laws

Question 12