U.S. Citizenship and Propaganda Quiz

What is the first step in the naturalization process for becoming a U.S. citizen?

• Take the citizenship test

• Register to vote

• Apply for a visa

• Determine eligibility

What are the requirements for U.S. citizenship through naturalization?

• Being a lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years, demonstrating continuous residence, showing good moral character, passing a history test, and taking the Oath of Allegiance

• Being a lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years, demonstrating continuous residence, showing good moral character, passing English and civics tests, and taking the Oath of Allegiance

• Being a lawful permanent resident for at least 10 years, demonstrating continuous residence, showing good moral character, passing a physical fitness test, and taking the Oath of Allegiance

• Being a lawful permanent resident for at least 1 year, demonstrating continuous residence, showing good moral character, passing a driving test, and taking the Oath of Allegiance

What propaganda technique is used when a celebrity endorses a political candidate?

• plain folks

• testimonial

• glittering generalities

• bandwagon

How does the bandwagon technique work in propaganda?

• Promotes critical thinking and analysis

• Encourages people to question authority

• Convinces people to think for themselves

• Creates the impression that everyone is doing something, so you should do it too.

What are some rights of U.S. citizens?

• Right to own a pet unicorn

• Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to vote

• Right to fly without a plane

• Right to unlimited ice cream

What are some responsibilities of U.S. citizens?

• Obeying the law, paying taxes, serving on a jury if called, and defending the country if necessary

• Ignoring the law

• Avoiding jury duty

• Refusing to pay taxes

How many electoral votes are needed to win the U.S. presidential election?

• 270

• 200

• 100

• 50

What is the purpose of the electoral college in the U.S. presidential election?

• To select the state governors

• To choose the members of the Senate

• To determine the national bird of the United States

• To formally elect the President and Vice President of the United States.

What are the constitutional qualifications for someone to run for the office of President of the United States?

• Be at least 21 years old

• Be a naturalized citizen of the United States

• Be a natural-born citizen of the United States, be at least 35 years old, and have been a resident of the United States for at least 14 years.

• Have been a resident of the United States for at least 5 years

What are the constitutional qualifications for someone to run for the office of U.S. Senator?

• At least 35 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years, and a resident of the state they represent.

• At least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least 5 years, and a resident of the state they represent.

• At least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years, and a resident of the state they represent.

• At least 40 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least 10 years, and a resident of any state.