Topic 1: Who Are We? Practice Questions

Use the map below to answer the question. What data does the map show?

• population density

• immigration status

• naturalization status

• ethnic diversity

Use the map below to answer the question. In which state would you be most likely to find a large Native American community?

• Alabama

• Oklahoma

• Idaho

• Iowa

The passage below is from the U.S. Constitution. "All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside." Which of the following best describes the passage?

• It describes the rights of citizens.

• It clarifies who American citizens are.

• It summarizes the rights of the United States.

• It differentiates citizens of the United States from other countries.

Which of the following people is NOT a U.S. citizen?

• Ho-sook, who was born in Korea and who was naturalized in 2004

• Angel, who was born in Puerto Rico and whose primary language is Spanish

• Amaya, who was born in Saudi Arabia and whose parents are American citizens

• Talib, who was born in Morocco and who has permanent residency in the United States

Use the table below to answer the question. Why is paying taxes listed as an obligation?

• Taxes are not mentioned in the Constitution.

• Obligations are actions that are helpful to other citizens.

• Obligations are actions citizens are required to do by law.

• Paying taxes is considered a right and not a responsibility.

The quote below is from President Woodrow Wilson. "There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed." What is Wilson referring to in the passage?

• civil rights

• naturalization

• religious diversity

• civic responsibility

Why might a U.S. citizen petition the government?

• to run for office or volunteer

• to demonstrate non-citizen status

• to express a complaint or suggestion

• to fulfill a step in the naturalization process

How does naturalization affect people from other countries?

• It strengthens their vote.

• It lets them run for U.S. president.

• It allows them to become U.S. citizens.

• It limits immigration to the United States.

Which of the following is an example of how naturalization affects government?

• Naturalized citizens can vote and run for office.

• Naturalization is very controversial and a key election issue.

• Many people living in U.S. territories must go through the naturalization process.

• Naturalization is still required for a person with one parent who is an American citizen.

Use the photo below to answer the question. Which American value does the statue represent?

• equality

• justice

• liberty

• patriotism