Episode 6 of 7 · U.S. Citizenship 101

Rights & Responsibilities

Grades 6th+

History · Government — American Government · Captions

About This Video

What should every citizen know about our rights and responsibilities as Americans? In this episode, you’ll learn about our God-given right to freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and the right to bear arms. You’ll also learn about a citizen’s responsibility to serve on a jury, pay taxes, and how we use the Pledge of Allegiance to proclaim our commitment to the country.

Standards Met in Ohio

  • AMG.9-12.9.lp.aGrades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thAssociate specific amendments with the extension of rights to all African-Americans (Reconstruction Amendments: 13th Amendment - prohibited slavery, 14th Amendment - citizenship and protection for all persons, 15th Amendment - voting rights).