Which of the following are examples of civic responsibilities a citizen should perform?

• A. Voting
• B. Obeying laws
• C. Voting, obeying laws, paying taxes, serving on a jury when called, staying informed, participating in the community
• D. None of the above

Answer: (C)

Civic responsibilities are the duties citizens should perform to support a functioning democracy. The best answer includes a range of actions that help government work well and protect the rights of everyone: voting gives people a voice in who leads and how policies are shaped; obeying laws keeps order and safety; paying taxes funds public services like schools, roads, and emergency services; serving on a jury is part of the legal process to ensure fair trials; staying informed helps people evaluate issues and hold leaders accountable; participating in the community shows engagement and supports the common good. Focusing on just one or none of these misses important parts of what citizens are expected to do. Voting alone doesn’t cover legal obligations, taxes, or civic engagement; obeying laws alone misses active participation in the political process; none of the above is incorrect because there are clear duties citizens should perform. Including all listed activities best captures the idea of civic responsibilities.