Official USCIS civics question 72 of 128
It is important for all men age 18 through 25 to register for the Selective Service. Name one reason why.
Official answers (English)
- Required by law
- Civic duty
- Makes the draft fair, if needed
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Explanation
English
Men 18–25 must register for Selective Service; it is required by law and keeps a possible draft fair.
Türkçe
18–25 yaş arası erkekler Selective Service'e (askerlik kaydı) kaydolmalıdır; bu yasa gereğidir ve olası bir askere alımı adil tutar.
Español
Los hombres de 18 a 25 años deben registrarse en el Selective Service; es obligatorio por ley y mantiene justo un posible reclutamiento.
Memory hint
💡 EN: Required by law; keeps the draft fair.
💡 TR: Yasa gereği; askere alımı adil tutar.
💡 ES: Obligatorio por ley; reclutamiento justo.
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