U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Worksheet

Fill in the chart.

Groups:

(a) Can Enter the U.S.

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(b) Denied Entry in the U.S.

• Astrid was born in Sweden, but her parents are from Michigan!

• Tsu has been hired to work for a business that is located in Sacramento, California

• A violent group is taking over Yakob's country and threatening to kill people of his religion

• Gennifer wants to join her husband, who moved to America for work

• Yasbel dreams of opening a donut shop in an American city.

• Hugo researched U.S. cities online and thinks Richmond looks like a good place to live

• Peter's home government is targeting another ethnic group, and he doesn't want to hear about it

• Miguel wants to move to Colorado to live near a friend he met while traveling abroad.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement of the naturalization process?

• Must be a resident of the United States for 3-5 years

• Must be of good moral character

• Must be able to read, write, and speak basic English

• Must have a driver's license

William was born in Alaska. He is (a)   .

• not a citizen

• a citizen by birth

• a naturalized citizen

Geordi's parents were from Louisiana, but were working in Brazil when he was born. Geordi is (a)   .

• not a citizen

• a citizen by birth

• a naturalized citizen

Jean-Luc is from France.  He moved to San Francisco to work four years ago. Jean-Luc is (a)   .

• a naturalized citizen

• not a citizen
• a citizen by birth

Deanna has lived in the United States for ten years and just took the Oath of Allegiance. She is (a)   .

• not a citizen

• a citizen by birth

• a naturalized citizen

Which amendment defines citizenship in the United States?

• 10th

• 12th

• 13th

• 14th

Match the example on the left to the correct First Amendment freedom they describe.

• Freedom of the Press

• Individuals have the right to gather peacefully in public. 

• Freedom of Religion

• Newspapers can criticize those in public office. 

• Freedom of Petition

• Citizens can gather signatures to show support for a cause. 

• Freedom of Speech

• Everyone can choose what religion to follow or not follow without government interference. 

• Freedom of Assembly

• You can express your own opinions and beliefs. 

Which characteristics best complete this chart about citizenship?

Groups:

(a) Duty

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(b) Responsibility

• Serve in the armed forces, if called

• Hold elective office

• Communicate with government officials to influence government actions

• Serve as a witness in court, when summoned

Sort the terms

Groups:

(a) Natural Rights

,

(b) Civil Rights

• Right to an attorney

• Granted by society as protection against the government

• Right to free speech

• Rights that come with being a human