America vs American Idol

America vs American Idol

Who is in charge of the executive branch? What do we call the first 10 amendments to the Constitution? When must all men register for the Selective Service?

Seven states are considering the Civics Education Initiative which will require students to pass the U.S. Citizenship Civics Test before they can graduate high school. Which states?

  • Arizona
  • Louisiana
  • Missouri
  • Oklahoma
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Utah

These seven states are thought to be a "pilot program" with all 50 states expected to adopt the policy by 2017.

In 2011, only 13% of Americans knew that the Constitution was signed in 1787, while 27% could identify Randy Jackson as a judge on American Idol.

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Civics (History and Government) Test

 

Do you believe students in Alabama should be required to pass the U.S. Citizenship Civics Test in order to receive their diploma?