What similarities do you see between the united states today and the united states of the past? what issues and problems do we continue to grapple with? what successes do we share with americans in the past? give specific historical examples to back up your answers.

Which of the following scenarios best shows the relationship between personal and civic responsibility? tara stays home on friday night to babysit her sister instead of going to a movie with her friends. theo asks neighbors to sign a petition asking the city council to lower the speed limit in their neighborhood to make it safer for children. natalie watches a presidential debate with her parents in order to complete a homework assignment for school. nick’s scout troop adopts a section of highway in their community to keep free from litter.