Category: 128 Civic Questions

17. The President of the United States is in charge of which branch of government?

17. The President of the United States is in charge of which branch of government?

• Executive branch

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
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Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
16. Name the three branches of government.

16. Name the three branches of government.

• Legislative, executive, and judicial
• Congress, president, and the courts

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
15. There are three branches of government. Why?

15. There are three branches of government. Why?

• So one part does not become too powerful
• Checks and balances
• Separation of powers

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
14. Many documents influenced the U.S. Constitution. Name one.

14. Many documents influenced the U.S. Constitution. Name one.

• Declaration of Independence
• Articles of Confederation
• Federalist Papers
• Anti-Federalist Papers
• Virginia Declaration of Rights
• Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
• Mayflower Compact
• Iroquois Great Law of Peace

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
13. What is the rule of law?

13. What is the rule of law?

• Everyone must follow the law.
• Leaders must obey the law.
• Government must obey the law. • No one is above the law.

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
12. What is the economic system of the United States? *

12. What is the economic system of the United States? *

• Capitalism

• Free market economy

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.a
11. The words “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” are in what founding document?

11. The words “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” are in what founding document?

• Declaration of Independence

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
10. Name two important ideas from the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.

10. Name two important ideas from the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.

• Equality
• Liberty
• Social contract
• Natural rights
• Limited government
• Self-government

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
9. What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

9. What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

• Declaration of Independence

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –

USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
8. Why is the Declaration of Independence important?

8. Why is the Declaration of Independence important?

• It says America is free from British control. • It says all people are created equal.
• It identifies inherent rights.
• It identifies individual freedoms.

– Important Updates to the Naturalization Test –
USCIS has revised the civics portion of the naturalization test. All applicants for naturalization with a filing date on or after December 1, 2020, will be required to take the 2020 version of the civics test.
The naturalization test has two components:
• English
• Civics
The English portion has not changed.
– – – – – – – – – – – – –
Listed here you will find the 128 civics questions and answers for the 2020 version of the civics test. These questions cover important topics about American government and history. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS officer will ask you to answer 20 out of the 128 civics test questions. You must answer at least 12 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.
On the civics test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. Visit uscis.gov/citizenship/ testupdates to find any answers that may have changed on the civics test. You must answer the question with the name of the official serving at the time of your naturalization interview.
Although USCIS is aware that there may be additional correct answers to the civics questions, applicants are encouraged to respond to the questions using the answers provided below.
65/20 Special Consideration
If you are 65 years old or older and have been living in the United States as a lawful permanent resident of the United States for 20 or more years, you may study just the 20 questions that have been marked with an asterisk (*) found at the end of each question.
You may also take the naturalization test in the language of your choice. The USCIS officer will ask you to answer 10 out of the 20 civics test questions with an asterisk.
You must answer at least 6 out of 10 questions (or 60%) correctly to pass the 2020 version of the civics test.