Chapter 13 Citizenship

Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized citizen?

• Marrying a US Citizen and having a child with that person.

• Being a legal permanent resident for at least five years.

• Gaining employment in the United States for at least five years.

• Reaching age 18 while living in Washington, DC.

Martin was born in San Diego, California. He joined the Navy and was sent to Italy. He married Bianca, an American attending college in Italy. Martin and Bianca had a daughter. When Martin left the Navy, he and his family returned to California.

What happened to Martin's daughter?

• She was sent back to Italy.

• She was granted resident alien status because she had not yet been naturalized.

• She was allowed to enter the country because her parents were citizens, even though she was not.

• She was allowed to enter the country because she was a citizen.

What right do only citizens have?

• Attending public schools.

• Owning property.

• Holding a job.

• Voting.

What type of service project would help promote the common good?

• Planning a neighborhood recycling program.

• Participating in a neighborhood party.

• Completing your housework on time.

• Visiting public libraries.

Which naturalization requirement is missing?

1. Be at least 18 years old
2. Be a legal permanent resident for at least 5 years
3. Speak English
4. Pass Exam & Interview
5. Take Oath of Allegiance

• Sign up for the Selective Service

• Register to Vote

• Be of Good Moral Character

• Be able to read and write

Below is an excerpt from the 14th Amendment:

"All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof are citizens of the United States and the State wherein they reside."

What is the purpose of that excerpt?

• Explaining the duties of citizens and states

• Defining citizenship of the United States

• Protecting the natural rights of immigrants

• Limiting the rights of all Americans

There are three paths to citizenship in the United States. What are they?

• Law of Blood, Law of Soil, and Selective Service

• Law of Mud, Law of Genetics, and Selective Service

• Law of Blood, Law of Land, Naturalization

• Law of Blood, Law of Soil, and Naturalization

Which of the following is not an obligation of citizenship?

• Paying Taxes

• Jury Duty

• Voting

• Defending the Nation (Selective Service)

If you were not born in the United States, what is the process called that allows immigrants to become citizens?

• Immigration
• Naturalization
• Conformation
• Delegation

All of the following are requirements for immigrants to become citizens EXCEPT--

• Resident of the U.S. for 5 years
• Provide letters of recommendation
• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Pass a citizenship test and pledge loyalty to the U.S.