English II - Legal Terms and Definitions

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Birth certificate

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An official paper that shows when and where a person was born.

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Surname

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A person’s last name (family name).

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Nationality

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The country a person belongs to by birth or law.

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Minor

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A person who is not yet an adult (usually under 18).

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Guardian

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A person who takes care of a child if the parents can’t.

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Residency

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The place where someone lives.

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Citizenship

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The legal right to live in a country and have its rights and duties.