American don't know civics

This is disappointing. [Link]

Earlier reports focused solely on college students; the new study expands the focus and concludes Americans across all economic, educational and political/social backgrounds are equally lacking. Among findings:

• 71% earn an F; the average score was 49%. Ages 25 to 34 had an average score of 46%; ages 45 to 64 had a 52% average. Of 164 respondents who say they have held elected office, 44% was average.

• Those with bachelor's degrees had an average score of 57% vs. 44% for those with a high-school diploma. The average score for advanced degree-holders inches up to 65%, or a D.

• Civic knowledge declines in proportion to time spent using passive media, such as TV. Reading and talking about history and current events, using the Internet and being involved in political activities has a positive effect.

You can take the quiz here, I got 32 out of 33 correct. Score breakdown [Link]

The Average Nationwide Grade on the Civic Literacy Test is an “F”

Americans nationwide fail the civic literacy test, scoring an average of 49%, or an “F.” This table shows the average score achieved by various groups.

Overall average Mean score for all surveyed 49% Score by age 18 to 24 47 25 to 34 46 35 to 44 49 45 to 64 52 65+ 46 Score by Gender Male 52 Female 45 Score by Race/Ethnicity White 51 Black 40 Hispanic 38 Asian 42 Multiracial 49 Other 42 Score by Marital Status Married 51 Single 48 Divorced or separated 47 Almost 40% of Americans falsely believe the president has the power to declare war.

Score by Parental Status
Has one child or more	48%
Has no children	50

Score by Income
Less then $30,000	40
$30,000 to $50,000	46
$50,000 to $75,000	51
$75,000 to $100,000	55
$100,000+	55

Score by Party Identification
Democrat	45
Republican	52
Independent	52
Other	46

Score by Political ideology
Liberal	49
Moderate	51
Conservative	48

Score by Military Service
Active or reserve	51
Never served	48

Score by Church Attendance
More than once a week	48
Once a week	48
Once or twice a month	49
Seldom	51
Never	50