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Could you pass the new naturalization test?

Federal immigration authorities yesterday unveiled 100 new questions immigrants will have to study to pass a civics test to become naturalized American citizens.   Here are some of the questions:

  1. How many amendments does the Constitution have?
  2. What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
  3. The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
  4. There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
  5. What are two rights only for United States citizens?
  6. The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.
  7. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
  8. Who was President during World War I?
  9. Name one U.S. territory.
  10. Why does the flag have 13 stripes?

So, take the test and tell me how many you got right.  This is only ten questions.  Could you pass the entire test?  Do you think most Americans could pass the test?  If most Americans can’t pass the test, will this result in immigrants knowing more about America than the natural-born citizens?  Click here for the answers to the 10 questions.  Then email me and tell me how many you got right. 

 

 

War News Radio: Call of Duty

September 29th, 2007

This week on War News Radio, We hear about an on going initiative to re-integrate former soldiers into Iraq’s new military. Listen now to Jon Erwin-Frank’s report.

Then, we look at the plight of Iraqi refugees in Syria. They are rapidly running out of money and have nowhere to go. Listen now to Calvin Ho’s report.

And, in Afghanistan 101, we profile President Hamid Karzai and examine the criticism his administration has faced. Listen now to Will Treece’s report.

Finally, in our A Day in the Life series, we hear from an Iraqi policeman trying to enforce the law in a lawless city. Listen now.

These stories, plus the week’s news, from War News Radio

 


Posted by Sam on Sep 28 2007 under Security and war, Middle East, Radio topics, Immigration, Government



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