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Use of the ISBN 978-0-16-095053-7 is for U.S. Government Publishing Office Official Editions only. The Superintendent of Documents of the U.S. Government Publishing Office requests that any reprinted edition clearly be labeled as a copy of the authentic work with a new ISBN.  \nThe information presented in Preparing for the Naturalization Test: A Pocket Study Guide is considered public information and may be distributed or copied without alteration unless otherwise specified. The citation should be:  \nU.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Office of Citizenship, Preparing for the Naturalization Test: A Pocket Study Guide, Washington, D.C. , 2019.  \nFor sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Publishing Office [Internet: bookstore.gpo.gov](Internet: bookstore.gpo.gov) Phone: toll free (866) 512-1800; DC area (202) 512-1800 Fax: (202) 512-2104 Mail: Stop IDCC, Washington, DC 20402-0001  \nISBN 978-0-16-095053-7  \nPreparing for the Naturalization Test A Pocket Study Guide  \nAre you thinking about applying for naturalization?  \nThis pocket study guide will help you prepare for the naturalization test. If you were not born in the United States, naturalization is the way that you can voluntarily become a U.S. citizen. To become a naturalized U.S. citizen, you must pass the naturalization test. We’ve provided you with the civics test questions and answers, and the reading and writing vocabulary to help you study.  \nAdditionally, this guide contains general information on naturalization eligibility requirements on page 2.  \nTo learn about and study for the civics portion of the naturalization test, turn to page 5.  \nTo learn about and study for the English portion of the naturalization test, turn to page 27.  \nYou can find more resources to help you prepare in the back of the study guide on page 36.  \nGeneral Eligibility Requirements  \nBefore you apply for naturalization, you must meet a few requirements. Depending on your situation, different requirements may apply to you. Below is a list of the general eligibility requirements.  \n• Be at least 18 years old at the time you file Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.  \n• Be a permanent resident (have a “Green Card”) for at least five years.  \n• Show that you have lived for at least three months in the state or USCIS district where you apply.  \n• Demonstrate continuous residence in the United States for at least five years immediately preceding the date of filing Form N-400 .  \n• Show that you have been physically present in the United States for at least 30 months out of the five years immediately preceding the date of filing Form N-400 .  \n• Be able to read, write, and speak basic English.  \n• Have a basic understanding of U.S. history and government (civics) .  \n• Be a person of good moral character.  \n• Demonstrate an attachment to the principles and ideals of the U.S. Constitution.  \nFor more information, visit A Guide to Naturalization [at](at www.uscis.gov/natzguide)[ www.uscis.gov/natzguide](at www.uscis.gov/natzguide).  \nCitizenship Rights and Responsibilities  \nCitizenship offers many benefits and equally important responsibilities. When you naturalize, you agree to accept all of the responsibilities of becoming a U.S. citizen. You agree to support the United States, its Constitution, and its laws. In return, you gain all the rights and privileges of citizenship such as the right to vote and travel with a U.S. passport.  \nThe Naturalization Test  \nDuring your naturalization interview, a USCIS officer will ask you questions about your application and background. 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