LE2-C2S1T5pg75-77 U.S. Citizenship

Purpose This lesson explains the different ways in which a person can become a citizen of the United States.

1. Distinguish between the three methods of obtaining citizenship. 2. List the qualifications for citizenship. 3. Discuss essential components of the citizenship test and of immigration requirements.

CPS Key Word Questions (1-4)

 Immigrants  Naturalization _______ _ – a person who has come to live in a country from another country. __________ – the process by which citizens of another country can become citizens of the United States.

 Renounce  Subversive ________ – when you formally give up an official post, rank, or title. _________ – intended to weaken or destroy a political system or government.

CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)

Do you think the current US Citizenship process is fair or unfair? A.Very fair B.Somewhat fair – needs some modification C.Somewhat unfair – needs a lot of modification D.Very unfair – needs an entire overhaul

True or False: Legal immigrants are persons lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States. A.True B.False

Think about the Statue of Liberty in New York. List 2-3 things the statue means to you. (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

 In 1996, the Immigration and Naturalization Service indicated that more than one million immigrants became naturalized of the United States.  The Statue of Liberty has been a welcoming site to immigrants from all over the world.

 Naturalization is the process by which citizens of another country can become _______ of the United States.  Those who wish to become naturalized citizens must prove to the _____ that they have met all the legal requirements set by Congress. citizens court

Any person who wishes to become a U.S. citizen must: 1.Have entered the U.S. lawfully for permanent residence. 2.Be of good moral faith. 3.Agree to support the principles of the U.S. government. 4.Be able to read, write, and speak English. 5.Be able to demonstrate a knowledge of American history and government. 6.Be able to demonstrate a dedication to American values.

CPS Lesson Question (3)

The process by which citizens of another country can become citizens of the United States is known as what? A.Citizenship B.Naturalization C.Residency D.Subversive

 A green card is a U.S. permanent residence visa, which is permission granted by a government to visit another country.  Visas are granted to tourists, students, and to people for work-related reasons.  Each year the U.S. makes 50,000 green cards available through a lottery system.

 Immigrants are more likely to be self-employed and start new businesses.  Non-refugee immigrants of working age are less prone to welfare than natives.  Immigrants are twice as likely to hold a _________ level of education as native-born Americans. doctorate

CPS Lesson Question (4)

Who are Visas granted to? A.Tourists B.Wealthy people C.Students D.Both A and C are correct.

What do you think is the single most important quality for good citizenship? Why? (Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

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