Revised 100 Question Citizenship Test Sparks Debate
Immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship will face a revamped 100 question test. Applicants must answer six of ten questions correctly after pilot study showed 92.4 percent pass rate, prompting concerns Illinois advocates call a heavier burden for non native language speakers.
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Nearly one million immigrants seek citizenship annually. Applicants must be legal permanent residents for at least five years and pass English tests. Spouses of citizens may qualify in three years with tutoring support. Alfon so Aguilar of U S Citizenship and Immigration Services urges study to promote patriotism. Veronica Rodriguez of Chicago prepares for the test and notes varying ease for newcomers.
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