Part A Think about the citizen responsibilities you’ve learned about in this lesson. Fill in the table below by listing what you think are the three most important responsibilities of US citizens. Explain why you think each responsibility is important, and give an example of each responsibility.
Part B
Now compose a speech (200–250 words) that argues for why the responsibilities you listed in part A are an important part of being a good citizen. Encourage your listeners to carry out these responsibilities. Be sure to include the following points in your writing:
a concise claim and counterclaim
transitions
a concluding statement
proper grammar and spelling
