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USCIS Citizenship Resource Center | Information, study tools and other resources for individuals who are interested in applying for naturalization.
USCIS Study Materials for the English Test | Tools to help individuals study for the English test. These tools include vocabulary lists, flash cards and videos.
USCIS Test Scoring Guidelines | Information about how USCIS scores the English and civics tests during the naturalization interview.
Civics Test
USCIS Study Materials for the Civics Test | Tools to help individuals study for the civics test. These tools include lists of civics questions, flash cards, videos and audio tools.
Civics Flash Cards | Self-study flashcards with all 100 civics questions.
Learn About the United States | Short civics lessons for the naturalization test.
100 Civics Questions and Answers
128 Civics Questions and Answers (English audio) | All 128 of the possible questions for the civics exam. Audio.
128 Civics Questions and Answers (Spanish version) | All 128 of the possible questions for the civics exam. Audio.
Citizenship Multilingual Resources
Civics Test Vocabulary Practice | SpellingCity.Com | Practice activities for common vocabulary words on citizenship test, including dictation and listening.
English Test
Prepare for the Interview | “Understanding Commands for the Naturalization Interview” Listen to oral commands for the interview. Pick the correct response.
Vocabulary for the Naturalization Interview
Test your knowledge of the vocabulary for the test and the interview.
Reading Vocabulary | Flash-cards for the reading vocabulary on the English reading part of the test.
Writing Vocabulary | Flash-cards for the reading vocabulary on the English writing part of the test.
Preparing for the Citizenship Tests – Beginner Resources
Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government (K-2) | A study guide with activities. https://bensguide.gpo.gov/
Pumarosa | Civics, US History, and Citizenship lessons with audio in English and Spanish.http://www.pumarosa.com/
Preparing for the Citizenship Tests – Intermediate Resources
Smithsonian Project – Preparing for the Oath | Interactive lessons and practice tests on U.S. history and civics for citizenship. | http://www.americanhistory.si.edu/citizenship/
Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government | A study guide with activities. Grades 4-8 | Grades 9-14
Citizenship | Ventures Arcade | An interactive study guide with audio. Click on Citizenship button at the top. | https://www.cambridge.org/us/esl/venturesadulted/venturesarcade/
Citizenship Study Guide | A study guide, quiz, flashcards and interactive map. Covers all 96 USCIS citizenship test exam questions, with audio, in English and Spanish.www.citizenshipstudyguide.com\ Slideshow with audio about how to prepare for the citizenship test.www.citizenshipworks.org/prepare
iCivics.org | An interactive study guide. Go to “Topics” section on first page for explanation of parts of government.http://www.icivics.org/
Our Government | The White House website | Tour the White House and learn about the three branches of the U.S. Government.http://www.whitehouse.gov/our-government
Pumarosa | Civics, US History, and Citizenship lessons with audio in English and Spanish. http://www.pumarosa.com/
Citizenship ESL Instructional Support KitUS History and Civics lessons with interactive reading and writing activities. http://online.themlc.org/course/view.php?id=48TOP OF PAGE
Preparing for the Citizenship Tests – Advanced Resources
Smithsonian Project – Preparing for the Oath Interactive lessons and practice tests on U.S. history and civics for citizenship. http://www.americanhistory.si.edu/citizenship/
Citizenship Classes at Arlington Public Library (online) https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/10267385
Citizenship Study Guide A study guide, quiz, flashcards and interactive map. Covers all 96 USCIS citizenship test exam questions, with audio, in English and Spanish. http://www.dar.org/national-society/education/dar-manual-citizenship
Our Government | The White House website Tour the White House and learn about the three branches of the U.S. Government. http://www.whitehouse.gov/our-government
Citizenship Study | Minnesota Literacy Council US History and Civics lessons with interactive reading and writing activities. http://online.themlc.org/course/view.php?id=48TOP OF PAGE
Web Resources
Citizenship Works | Eligibility | Understand your eligibility. Online interview to determine if you are eligible to apply for citizenship through naturalization.http://www.citizenshipworks.org/eligibility
Citizenship Works | Learn | Learn about the naturalization process. A slideshow with audio and details on the process of applying for naturalization.https://www.citizenshipworks.org/en/citizenship
CiudadaniaInformation on the application process, in English and Spanish.www.ciudadania.yaeshora.info/englishhttp://www.spl.org/Documents/audiences/ESL/citizenship/citizenship.pdfTOP OF PAGE
Local Citizenship Classes
USCIS Class Locator – enter your zip code to find classes near you!
Arlington County Community Outreach Program
| Cost: | Free |
| Class location: | Arlington Mill Community Center909 S Dinwiddie St Arlington, VA 22204 | map |
| Printed information (brochure): | http://arlingtonva.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2014/04/Citizenship-Flyer.pdf |
| Registration: | Register before going to your 1st class.Register in person at Arlington Mill Community Center(Must bring your Legal Permanent Residence card.)You can also register by calling (703) 228-5615 or (703) 228-1388. |
Hogar Immigrant Services offers Citizenship classes in Falls Church, Sterling and Woodbridge. They assist with filing the citizenship application and have exam preparation services.
| Cost: | $50 – $115 |
| Class location: | 6201 Leesburg Pike, Suite 307, Falls Church, VA 22044 |
| Phone: | (703) 534-9805 |
| Website: | http://www.hogarimmigrantservices.org/ |
Carecen is located in Columbia Heights in Washington, D.C. and offers 12-week citizenship preparation courses and workshops.
| Cost: | $50 |
| Class location : | 1460 Columbia Rd. NW, Suite C-1, Washington, D.C. 20009 |
| Phone: | (202) 328-9799 |
| Website: | www.carecendc.org |
Washington English Center is located in Kalorama in Washington, DC and is metro accessible by Dupont Circle. They offer 10-week citizenship preparation courses.
| Cost: | $70 |
| Class location : | 2200 California St., NW, Washington, D.C. 20008 |
| Phone: | (202) 387-2222 |
| https://www.washingtonenglish.org/students/ |
Information for New Citizens
These links are to official U.S. Citizenship and Immigrant Services information.
How Do I Help My Relative Become a Lawful Permanent Resident? This brochure provides information for U.S. citizens about helping family members become lawful permanent residents.
U.S. Citizens Rights and Responsibilities |This resource provides information about the rights and responsibilities of being a United States citizen.
Apply for a U.S. Passport This section of the Department of State’s website provides information about how to apply for a United States passport once you become a U.S. citizen.