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Constitutional Rights Foundation Chicago
2007 Illinois Youth Summit Survey
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CITIZENSHIP*
For each of these statements, circle the number that shows how important you believe each is for explaining what makes a good citizen. There are no right or wrong answers to these questions.
An adult who is a good citizen:
Very
Important
Somewhat
Important
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Unimportant
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Important
1. Obeys the law.
2. Votes in every election.
3. Joins a political party.
4. Works hard.
5. Would participate in a peaceful protest against a law believed to be unjust.
6. Knows about the country’s history.
7. Would be willing to serve in the military to defend the country.
8. Follows political issues in the newspaper, on the radio or on the TV.
9. Participates in activities to benefit people in the community [society].
10. Shows respect for government representatives [leaders, officials].
11. Takes part in activities promoting human rights.
12. Engages in political discussions.
13. Takes part in activities to protect the environment.
14. Is patriotic and loyal [devoted] to the country.
15. Is willing to ignore [disregard] a law that violated human rights.
[* From the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA) Civic Education Study, 1999]
UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE FOR YOUTH
Should the federal government create a national program that provides comprehensive health insurance to every person under nineteen years of age?
Yes
No
Don't know
STUDENT SPEECH RIGHTS ON-LINE
Should students be liable for school punishments-including suspension and expulsion-for posting material on their personal web sites that is not in violation of the First Amendment?
Yes
No
I Don't know.
INSTITUTING A MILITARY DRAFT
Should the United States institute a military draft to ensure national security and combat terrorism?
Yes
No
I Don't know.
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