USG.SS.13.B

Explain the responsibilities, duties, and obligations of citizenship such as being well informed about civic affairs, serving in the military, voting, serving on a jury, observing the laws, paying taxes, and serving the public good.

United States Government · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
responsibilitiesdutiesobligationscitizenshipcivic affairsmilitaryvotingjurylawstaxespublic good
Skills
  • explain (responsibilities, duties, and obligations of citizenship) #dok2
  • describe (ways citizens can serve the public good) #dok1
  • identify (responsibilities and duties such as voting, jury service, paying taxes, military service, being informed) #dok1
  • analyze (how fulfilling civic duties supports a functioning democracy) #dok3
  • differentiate (personal and civic responsibilities within various scenarios) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify responsibilities, duties, and obligations of U.S. citizenship such as voting and paying taxes. #dok1
  • I can describe the ways citizens contribute to the public good, including serving on a jury and military service. #dok1
  • I can explain why being well informed about civic affairs is important for responsible citizenship. #dok2
  • I can explain the role of observing laws in maintaining a functioning society. #dok2
  • I can differentiate between personal desires and the responsibilities required for the sake of the public good. #dok2
  • I can analyze the impact of fulfilling or neglecting civic responsibilities on the community and democracy as a whole. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Active and informed participation in civic duties is vital for maintaining a healthy democracy.
  • Fulfilling the responsibilities and obligations of citizenship supports both individual rights and the common good.
Essential Questions
  • Why are civic responsibilities such as voting, jury service, and paying taxes essential for a functioning society?
  • How do the duties and obligations of citizenship contribute to the public good?
  • What might happen if citizens neglect their responsibilities and obligations?
  • How can individuals balance personal interests with the responsibilities required for good citizenship?
  • In what ways can being well informed about civic affairs influence your actions as a citizen?