Which of the following is a right of everyone living in the United States?

• A. Right to worship
• B. Right to petition the government
• C. Right to bear arms
• D. Right to vote in federal elections

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is that some fundamental protections apply to all people living in the United States, not just citizens. The right to petition the government lets individuals address grievances, request changes, and seek redress from the government without fear of punishment. This freedom is stated in the First Amendment as a protection for “the people,” and in practice it covers everyone residing in the country, including non-citizens. That inclusive scope makes it a right that applies to all who live here.

By contrast, voting in federal elections is limited to citizens, and while the right to bear arms is a protected liberty, it comes with various legal restrictions and is not guaranteed to everyone (such as some non-citizens). The freedom to worship is also protected, but petitioning the government is the clearest example of a right that explicitly applies to all people living in the United States, making it the best answer.