Unit 1 - Citizenship

Which of the following is a step in the naturalization process?

• applying for a driver's license
• getting a job
• registering to vote
• taking a citizenship test

In which of the following scenarios may a person gain U.S. citizenship by naturalization?

• a person is born in an American territory
• a person is born on a U.S. military base overseas
• a person with no U.S. ties immigrates to the United States
• two non-U.S. citizens have a child on American soil

To become a citizen of the United States, an immigrant must have been a lawful, permanent resident for at least ________ years.

• 1
• 3
• 7
• 5

Only people born in the U.S. are considered citizens.

• True
• False

Obligations of citizens are ___________, but responsibilities are ____________.

• important/unimportant

• optional/required

• for males/for females

• required/optional

Which practice is part of the obligation of a U.S. citizen to help defend the nation? 

• A. Serve on a jury
• B. Register for selective service
• C. Vote in all elections
• D. Keep informed about national issues 

Which of the following is a citizen responsibility rather than an obligation?

• Obeying the law
• Paying taxes
• Attending civic meetings
• Registering for Selective Service

Which amendment defines citizenship?

• 11th
• 12th
• 13th
• 14th

What is the minimum age to go through the naturalization process?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• any age

The idea that your citizenship is based upon your parents' citizenship no matter where you are born.

• Law of Blood

• Law of Soil