Naturalization
This process allows a person who was not a U.S. citizen at birth to become a citizen later
What is "Naturalization"?
This word describes a freedom or protection people are entitled to have
What is a "Right"?
This freedom protects the right to share opinions and ideas
What is "Freedom of Speech"?
This constitutional protection requires the government to follow fair procedures before taking away a person’s life, liberty, or property
What is "Due Process"?
You find a wallet and return it with everything inside. Which trait are you showing?
What is "Trustworthiness"?
This is the form most people use to apply for naturalization
What is the "N-400"?
Obeying laws and paying taxes are examples of these actions required by law.
What are "Duties"?
This freedom allows people to practice a religion or choose not to follow one
What is "Freedom of Religion"?
This constitutional principle requires a state to treat people fairly and apply the law equally
What is "Equal Protection"?
You finish your assignment and bring the materials you need to class. Which trait does this show?
What is "Personal Responsibility"?
Applicants generally must be at least this age when they apply for naturalization
What is "18 years old"?
Staying informed about issues and helping one’s community are examples of these actions that support a community
What are "Responsibilities"?
This freedom protects news organizations’ ability to publish information and opinions
What is "Freedom of the Press"?
A student facing suspension is told the accusation and gets a chance to explain what happened. Which principle does this best show?
What is "Due Process"?
You disagree with a classmate but listen and respond politely. Which trait does this show?
What is "Civility and Courtesy"?
For a typical naturalization path, applicants generally must have held this status for five years before applying
What is "Lawful Permanent Residence"?
A citizen serves on a jury when called. Is this a right, duty, or responsibility?
What is a "Duty"?
People peacefully gather to support a cause. Which First Amendment freedom does this show?
What is "Freedom of Assembly"?
Which two amendments define Due Process and Equal Protection?
What are the "5th and 14th amendments"?
A student keeps working through a challenging project instead of giving up. Which trait does this show?
What is "Hard Work"?
Name two major steps an applicant generally completes after applying for naturalization
Acceptable responses include any combination of the following:
- What is "Pass an English and Civics Test"?
- What is "Take an Oath of Allegiance"?
- What is "Complete a Background Interview"?
-What is "Be of Good Moral Charatcter"?
A citizen speaks at a community meeting about a local issue. Is this a right, duty, or responsibility?
What is a "Responsibility"?
People ask the government to fix a problem by signing and sending a request. Which First Amendment freedom does this show?
What is "Right to Petition"?
A government rule treats two similar groups differently. What question should you ask to evaluate a possible equal-protection problem?
What is "Are people being treated differently based on their identity for a reasonable purpose/legitimate reason"?
A student follows school rules and volunteers to help clean up the community. Name two traits this shows.
What are "Respect for the Law and Community Service"?