Lesson 68 of 84 · Civics
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareHow Laws Are Made
Citizens have the right to be treated fairly, to practice their religion, and to express opinions.
🎯 Your mission
Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.
⚡ The twist
Not voting is also a vote.
Mind = Blown
🤯 Some laws on the books are over 800 years old and still apply.
Then & Now
🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.
Citizens have the right to be treated fairly, to practice their religion, and to express opinions. With these rights come responsibilities: obeying laws, respecting others, and serving on juries.
Key Facts
Rights come with responsibilities.
Volunteering strengthens communities.
The Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is community service?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
Try this in real life this week.
Watch a town meeting or council clip on YouTube for 5 minutes.
For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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How Laws Are Made
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