What is the social contract?
Answer
An agreement where people give up some freedoms to government for protection
Explanation
An agreement where people give up some freedoms to government for protection is important for understanding principles of democracy. This knowledge helps prepare you for the civics exam.
Why this matters for your test
This question tests essential knowledge about principles of democracy needed for the U.S. citizenship test.
Source: USCIS 128 Civics Questions (2025)