All 128 questions · American Government / C: Rights and Responsibilities
2025 Civics Test · Question 70 of 128
What is one way Americans can serve their country?
En español: ¿Cuál es una forma en que los estadounidenses pueden servir a su país? — ver en español
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Accepted answers (USCIS M-1778)
- Vote
- Pay taxes
- Obey the law
- Serve in the military
- Run for office
- Work for local, state, or federal government
Why this is the answerServing the country does not have to mean the military. Voting, paying taxes and obeying the law are on the official list too — everyday things, counted as service.
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