What is Naturalization? Warm Up 9/8 What is Naturalization?

naturalization the legal process of becoming a citizen of a new country after immigration

And now… Take out a half sheet of paper. Pop Quiz!!

Objectives SWBAT: Define naturalization List the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens List the steps of naturalization

Becoming a Citizen

Citizenship is… To be a member of a nation or country and to have full rights and responsibilities under the law.

The Application Process: only open to legal immigrants Immigrate legally and send a Declaration of Intent to INS If over 18 years old, file an application. Live in the US for 5 years OR for 3 years if married to a US citizen Good character (must pass a background check) Take classes in English, US History, & Gov Interview with the INS

Pass a Citizenship test Gaining Citizenship Pass a Citizenship test Applicant must take an oath of allegiance to the United States Officially declared a citizen Children (under the age of 18) of the new citizen are also made citizens at this time

American citizens are citizens for life unless… They become citizens of another country Some have lost it for threatening to overthrow the US government They have served in the military of another country

Rights, Duties, & Responsibilities Freedom of speech Freedom of religion Freedom of the press Protection under the law Access to the judicial system

Rights, Duties, & Responsibilities Duties (things you must do): Serve on jury if called Obey laws Attend School/ have kids attend school Serve in military if drafted Pay taxes

Rights, Duties, & Responsibilities Be informed and vote Participate in your community and government Respect the rights and property of others Respect different opinions and ways of life

Check for Understanding!

Is my son Bryan a U.S. citizen? Yes, because… He was born in the U.S. Both of his parents are citizens

What if he was born in another country? Brad Pitt’s daughter Shiloh was born in Namibia. Is she a U.S. citizen? Yep! Both of her parents are citizens.

What if you were born in the U.S. but your parents aren’t citizens? Nicole Kidman has dual Australian- U.S. citizenship, because she was born in Hawaii

Is citizenship worth it? Do you get more than you give, or give more than you get when you are a US citizen? Explain.

True False

Summary Why does the U.S. require citizenship applicants to speak English and have knowledge of the American government?