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Rights, Responsibilities, and the Citizen Experience

The legal privileges of citizenship, the civic duties required of Americans, and the procedural requirements for the naturalization process.

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CIVICS AND ENGLISH TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Understanding the structure of the naturalization interview, which includes a spoken English test, a written English test, and answering 6 out of 10 civics questions correctly.
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LOYALTY AND TREASON
Understanding the legal definition of treason against the United States, the concept of bearing true faith and allegiance, and grounds for denaturalization.
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PAYING TAXES AND APRIL 15
Understanding the civic and legal responsibility to pay taxes, and knowing that April 15 is the deadline to send in federal income tax forms.
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF US CITIZENS
Recognizing the core civic duties expected of American citizens, including serving on a jury when summoned and voting in federal elections.
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RIGHTS EXCLUSIVELY FOR US CITIZENS
Identifying the specific constitutional rights reserved only for citizens, namely voting in federal elections and running for federal political office.
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RIGHTS OF EVERYONE LIVING IN THE US
Understanding that the Constitution protects everyone in the US, granting them freedom of expression, speech, assembly, and the right to bear arms.
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SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION
Knowing the legal requirement for all male US citizens and male immigrant residents between the ages of 18 and 26 to register for the Selective Service.
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THE NATURALIZATION PROCESS AND FORM N-400
Navigating the Application for Naturalization, understanding the residency requirements, and preparing for the background check and biometrics appointments.
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THE OATH OF ALLEGIANCE
Analyzing the promises made during the naturalization ceremony, including giving up loyalty to other nations, defending the Constitution, and serving the US military if needed.
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VOTING AGE AND CIVIC PARTICIPATION
Learning about the 26th Amendment that lowered the voting age to 18, and exploring other ways Americans participate, such as joining civic groups or contacting elected officials.
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