Citizenship

Which of the following terms is defined as the legal process of becoming a U.S. citizen?

• Adoption
• Native Born
• Immigration
• Naturalization

Which of the following is an obligation?

• Vote
• Serve on Jury when summoned
• Volunteer
• Stay Informed

What practice is part of the duty/obligation of a U.S. citizen to help defend the nation?

• Serve on a jury.
• Vote in elections
• Register for Selective Service
• Stay informed

Which of the following is a citizen responsibility rather than an obligation?

• Obeying the law
• Paying taxes
• Being informed
• Registering for Selective Service

Which is a requirement for becoming a naturalized citizen?

• Pay federal income taxes
• Swear an Oath to the United States flag.
• Have resided in the U.S. for at least five years.
• Have a close relative who is a U.S. citizen.

The 14th Amendment states the following: "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 where in they reside." What is the meaning of "citizens" in this Amendment?

• People who serve as government officials
• People with rights, responsibilities and obligations as full members of American society.
• People who entered the United States unlawfully, but who otherwise obey its laws.
• People living lawfully in the United States as permanent residents.

This rule applies if a person is born in United States territory.

• Law of Blood
• 14th Amendment
• Law of Soil
• Naturalization

Which of the following adhere to swearing to support and defend the U.S. Constitution and the laws of the United States against all enemies?

• All residents
• Lawful permanent residents
• Naturalized citizens
• Naturalized and Native-born citizens

Why s it important for people to volunteer?

• To look good on college applications
• It is required by law.
• They help volunteers earn money.
• They can make a positive impact on members of their communities lives.

Who of the following is a U.S. Citizen?

• Mike was born in Canada and has been working in the U.S. the past 3 years.
• Cecilia is seventeen and is going to high school in Los Angeles.
• Josh was born in Spain to two U.S. citizens
• Julie moved to the United States when she was three years old. She moved back to Mexico when she was 12.