2008 civics test · Question 55

What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?

Rights and Responsibilities

Accepted USCIS answers

  • vote
  • join a political party
  • help with a campaign
  • join a civic group
  • join a community group
  • give an elected official your opinion on an issue
  • call Senators and Representatives
  • publicly support or oppose an issue or policy
  • run for office
  • write to a newspaper

Source: USCIS 2008 question list. Question list checked September 29, 2026.