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Intro to Citizenship

Intro to Citizenship. What is Citizenship?. Citizenship. To be a member of a country, and to have full rights and responsibilities under the law. 1. Being born in the US 2. Having parents who are citizens of the US 3. Going through Naturalization.

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Intro to Citizenship

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  1. Intro to Citizenship

  2. What is Citizenship?

  3. Citizenship • To be a member of a country, and to have full rights and responsibilities under the law. • 1. Being born in the US • 2. Having parents who are citizens of the US • 3. Going through Naturalization

  4. List five rights a citizen of the U.S. has

  5. 1. Freedom of Speech • 2. Freedom of Religion • 3. Freedom of the Press • 4. Protection under the law • 5. Access to the judicial system

  6. List 5 responsibilities a citizen of the U.S. has: • 1. Serving on Juries • 2. Obeying laws • 3. Tolerating differences in those around us • 4. Participating in our government • 5. Voting

  7. What is Naturalization?

  8. Naturalization • The process that allows immigrants to become citizens.

  9. List 5 things a person must do or have to be to be qualified for naturalization:

  10. 1. Over 18 years old • 2. Permanent Resident for 5 years • 3 if you are marrying a US citizen • 1 if you served in the military • 3. Good Character • 4. Speak English • 5. Pass a civics test and an interview

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