U.S. Citizenship and National Identity Quiz

What is the process called that allows someone not born in the U.S. to become a U.S. citizen?

• Immigration

• Naturalization

• Emigration

• Colonization

What must applicants demonstrate to become a U.S. citizen through naturalization?

• Wealth

• Good character

• Military service

• Political experience

What is the act of betraying your country called, which is punishable by death according to the U.S. Constitution?

• Treason

• Espionage

• Sabotage

• Defection

What is the national anthem of the United States called?

• America the Beautiful

• God Bless America

• The Star Spangled Banner

• My Country, 'Tis of Thee

Which holiday celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence?

• Veterans Day

• Memorial Day

• Independence Day

• Presidents’ Day

What are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

Which right is only for U.S. citizens?

• Freedom of speech

• Freedom to worship

• Right to vote in federal elections

• Freedom to assemble

Who must register with the Selective Service System?

• All U.S. citizens

• Male citizens between ages 18 and 26

• Female citizens between ages 18 and 26

• All residents of the U.S.

What did the 15th Amendment achieve?

• Gave women the right to vote

• Gave African Americans the right to vote

• Lowered the voting age to 18

• Granted citizenship to Native Americans

In what year was the voting age lowered to 18 by the 26th Amendment?

• 1947

• 1965

• 1971

• 1952