Civics Resources

Understanding how our government works is the foundation of a strong democracy. The League of Women Voters of Wake County invites you to explore our Civics Education pages to learn about the Levels of Government, the Principles of Democracy, and how to navigate today’s information landscape through Media Literacy. Dive deeper into Political and Economic Systems, discover How a Bill Becomes a Law in North Carolina, and get to know your N.C. State Constitution.

For current issues and emerging challenges in our democracy, visit our Civics Spotlight page—your go-to resource for timely topics that shape our state and nation.

All these topics can be found in our homepage dropdown menu under Civics Resources.

Test Your Civics Knowledge with the
U.S. Citizenship Test!

Think you could pass the U.S. Citizenship Test? Let's see how your civics knowledge stacks up!

The League of Women Voters of Wake County invites you to take this interactive version from Preparing for the Oath, a product of the National Museum of American History (NMAH) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The official citizenship test covers the principles, history, and structure of our democracy—topics every engaged voter should know.

Whether you’re a student, educator, or lifelong learner, this is a fun and eye-opening way to deepen your understanding of how our government works and why informed participation matters.

Don't know as much as you thought? Don't worry....we've got you covered! There are accompanying tutorials on the citizenship test website, and you can learn more by reading through our civics resources pages on our website. 

To learn about the 14 Principles of Democracy, click on the link below.

Principles of Democracy

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