New Citizenship Test For All Naturalization Candidates

As of October 1, 2009, every candidate for naturalization will have to take the new citizenship test regardless of when the application was filed. The revised test focuses on understanding American values and the meaning of being a U.S. citizen. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services introduced the revised exam one year ago in an effort to streamline the examination process and phase out the old exam. Prior to October 1, 2009, candidates applying for U.S. citizenship had the option of taking the old exam or the new one.

Can you pass the new test? Here is a sample of the questions asked: How many amendments does the Constitution have? The House of Representatives has how many voting members? What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen? What did Susan B. Anthony do?

Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services