Know Your Rights - Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project

What is the title?

• Know Your Rights

• Learn Your Rights

• Understand Your Rights

• Discover Your Rights

Answer explanation

The correct title is 'Know Your Rights' as it emphasizes awareness and understanding of legal rights, making it a strong choice compared to the other options which are more general.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

Fill in the blank: The document is titled 'Know Your ______'.

• Rights

• Duties

• Responsibilities

• Laws

Answer explanation

The title 'Know Your Rights' emphasizes the importance of understanding individual rights, making 'Rights' the most fitting choice. The other options, while relevant, do not align as closely with this common phrase.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

What can you do now to know your rights?

• Ignore them

• Learn about them

• Forget about them

• None of the above.

Answer explanation

To know your rights, the best action is to learn about them. Ignoring or forgetting them will not help you understand or protect your rights. Educating yourself is essential for empowerment.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Fill in the blank: In public places, you have the right to ______.

• A) be safe

• B) be loud

• C) ignore others

• D) none of the above

Answer explanation

In public places, the right to be safe is fundamental. This ensures that individuals can enjoy their environment without fear of harm, making option A the correct choice. The other options do not reflect rights that promote safety.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Fill in the blank: Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operates within _______ miles of the border.

• 50

• 100

• 150

• 200

Answer explanation

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operates within 100 miles of the border. This range allows them to effectively manage and enforce immigration and customs laws in border areas.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

What does CBP stand for?

• Customs and Border Protection

• Central Border Patrol

• Country Border Patrol

• Customs Bureau Protection

Answer explanation

CBP stands for Customs and Border Protection, which is the correct choice. The other options do not accurately represent the agency responsible for regulating and facilitating international trade, collecting import duties, and enforcing U.S. regulations.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

Who can be detained by immigration officials?

• Any non-citizen without authorization

• Only citizens

• Tourists with valid visas

• None of the above.

Answer explanation

Immigration officials can detain any non-citizen without authorization. Citizens and tourists with valid visas are not subject to detention under immigration laws.

Which of the following is an example of someone who can be detained by immigration officials?

• A person with an expired visa

• A citizen with a passport

• A tourist with a valid visa

• A student with a study permit.

Answer explanation

A person with an expired visa is subject to detention by immigration officials, as they are no longer legally allowed to remain in the country. The other options involve individuals with valid documentation.

What should you do to find out your options for obtaining lawful status or protecting yourself from deportation?

• Meet with a friend

• Meet with an immigration attorney

• Do nothing

• Call the police

Answer explanation

To explore options for lawful status or protection from deportation, meeting with an immigration attorney is essential. They provide expert guidance tailored to your situation, unlike friends or inaction.

To apply for US citizenship, you should already be a ________.

• Tourist

• Lawful permanent resident

• Student

• Temporary worker

Answer explanation

To apply for US citizenship, you must be a lawful permanent resident, as this status allows you to live in the US indefinitely and is a prerequisite for naturalization.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5