How many civics questions are on the naturalization test?
The 100 civics (history and government) questions and answers for the naturalization test are listed below. The civics test is an oral test and the USCIS Officer will ask the applicant up to 10 of the 100 civics questions. An applicant must answer 6 out of 10 questions correctly to pass the civics portion of the naturalization test.
Why did the answers to my naturalization test change?
On the naturalization test, some answers may change because of elections or appointments. For the answers to these specific questions, please visit the official USCIS Civics Test Updates page.
What happens during a naturalization interview?
During your naturalization interview, a USCIS officer will ask you questions about your application and background. You will also take an English and civics test unless you qualify for an exemption. The English test has three components: reading, writing, and speaking. The civics test covers important U.S. history and government topics.
What are the two components of the naturalization test?
Unless you qualify for an exemption, you will also take a naturalization test which is made up of two components, an English and civics test. During the English test, you must demonstrate an understanding of the English language including the ability to read, write, and speak basic English.
How many questions are on the 2020 N-400 civics test?
Applicants who file their Form N-400 on or after March 1, 2021 will also take the 2008 civics test at initial exam, re-exam, or N-336 hearing. The 2020 version of the civics test is an oral test, and the USCIS officer will ask you 20 questions from the list of 128 civics test questions.
What do you need to know for the citizenship test?
For the English portion of the naturalization test you must demonstrate an understanding of the English language, including the ability to read, write, and speak basic English. Your ability to speak and understand English will be determined by a USCIS officer during your eligibility interview on Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
Can I take the 2020 civics test at the initial interview?
USCIS will no longer offer the 2020 civics test at the initial interview, but will continue to provide study materials for the 2020 test for those applicants who are eligible to choose between the 2008 or 2020 civics test at their re-exam or N-336 hearing.
