SS7CG 2.1-2.2

What is a citizen? Fill in the blank: A citizen is a legally recognized member of a _______.

• nation

• family

• school

• company

What are the two constitutional means to citizenship in the United States?

• At birth and through naturalization.

• By marriage and by employment.

• By residency and by voting.

• By inheritance and by property ownership.

How does a person receive citizenship at birth in the United States? Fill in the blank: A person receives citizenship at birth by the 'Law of Soil,' if they are born in the _______ _______.

• United States

• United Kingdom

• Canada

• Mexico

What is the 'Law of Blood' in relation to U.S. citizenship?

• If born outside but both parents are American citizens and one has lived at some time in the United States, the child receives citizenship by the 'Law of Blood.'

• It grants citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil regardless of parents' nationality.

• It allows anyone who marries a U.S. citizen to automatically become a citizen.

• It refers to the process of naturalization for immigrants.

How can immigrants become citizens of the United States?

• Through the naturalization process.

• By purchasing property in the U.S.

• By visiting the U.S. as a tourist.

• By working in the U.S. for one year.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become a naturalized U.S. citizen?

• A) Be at least 18 years old

• B) Be of good character

• C) Be a permanent resident for at least 5 years

• D) Be born in the United States

What is permanent residency? Fill in the blank: A person who is not a citizen but who lawfully lives and works in the United States has lawful _______ _______.

• permanent residency

• temporary visa

• citizenship status

• student permit

Permanent residents have the right to: (Select all that apply)

• Vote in U.S. elections

• Live and work in the U.S.

• Receive professional certification

• Be protected under the Bill of Rights

What are the obligations (duties) of U.S. citizenship? Fill in the blank: The obligations of U.S. citizenship are to obey the law, to pay taxes, to defend the nation, and to _______ on a jury if summoned.

• serve

• vote

• study

• travel

All draft-age males, whether citizens or residents, must register with the _______ _______.

• Selective Service

• Internal Revenue Service

• Department of Education

• Federal Reserve