How to Become a U.S. Citizen (Peterson's How to Become A U.S. Citizen)

Peterson's How to Become a U.S. Citizen is the perfect resource to help you pass the U.S. citizenship exam with flying colors! Learn about the benefits and responsibilities of citizenship, eligibility requirements, and what's involved in becoming naturalized. Follow step-by-step guidance on applying for U.S. citizenship. Prepare with practice questions for each portion of the new naturalization test, including civics and English speaking, reading, and writing. Selling Points: 1. Peterson's How to Become a U.S. Citizen offers readers the resources and expert guidance needed to become a U.S. citizen and to master the NEW naturalization test, which went into effect in October 2008. 2. Readers will find comprehensive information on the naturalization application (including citizenship requirements) and ways to prepare for the test, the naturalization interview, and the English and civics tests. 3. Five multiple-choice practice civics tests with answers and explanations, plus 100 practice civics questions, with answers-the exact questions that may be asked during the real oral exam. 4. Anyone thinking about becoming a U.S. citizen will find detailed information on the U.S. immigration system, including essential facts regarding visas (immigrant versus non-immigrant), green cards, and U.S. immigration laws. 5. Sample forms--filled in and blank--allow readers to practice and become familiar with what information is required and what is needed to properly submit the forms, including a complete list of mandatory fees. Cover Page 1 Title Page 2 ISBN 0768929059 3 Contents 4 Becoming a U. S. Citizen 6 Rights and Benefits 6 You’re Well on Your Way to Success 7 Give Us Your Feedback 7 Part I: THE IMMIGRATION SYSTEM 8 1 A Look at the Immigration System 10 Objectives and Goals of the U . S. Immigration System 10 Visas: Immigrant and Nonimmigrant 10 2 Nonimmigrant Visas 12 Types of Nonimmigrant Visas 12 What U.S. Visitors with Nonimmigrant Visas Need to Know 16 Emilia’s Story: Part 1 17 3 Immigrant Visas: Becoming a Legal Permanent Resident 26 All About Immigrant Visas 26 Green Cards 26 Emilia’s Story: Part 2 33 4 U. S. Immigration Laws 56 Past U.S. Immigration Laws 56 Recent Immigration Legislation 56 Obtaining Legal Assistance 57 Part II: THE NATURALIZATION PROCESS 60 5 Naturalization: From A pplication to Citizen 62 What is Naturalization? 62 Naturalization Requirements 62 How to Prepare 63 The Next Important Step: Assembling Your N-400 Packet 64 The Final Step: The Naturalization Interview 65 Emilia’s Story: Part 3 67 6 The English and Civics Tests 80 Reading and Writing English 80 The Civics Portion of the Naturalization Test 82 Studying for the Naturalization Test 82 America’s Foundation: The Declaration of Independence, The Constitution, and The Bill of Rights 84 Part III: PRACTICE TESTS 106 7 Practice Tests for the Naturalization Interview 108 What to Expect 108 Practice Test 1 109 Practice Test 2 110 Practice Test 3 111 Practice Test 4 112 Practice Test 5 113 Answer Key for Practice Tests 114 Official USCIS Interview Questions 115 Answers to the Interview Questions 118 Part IV: APPENDIXES 122 USCIS Instructions and Blank Practice Forms 124 USCIS Filing Fees 240 9780768929058 Peterson's How to Become a U.S. Citizen is the perfect resource to help you pass the U.S. citizenship exam with flying colors! Learn about the benefits and responsibilities of citizenship, eligibility requirements, and what's involved in becoming naturalized. Follow step-by-step guidance on applying for U.S. citizenship. Prepare with practice questions for each portion of the new naturalization test, including civics and English speaking, reading, and writing.

Selling Points:

1. Peterson's How to Become a U.S. Citizen offers readers the resources and expert guidance needed to become a U.S. citizen and to master the NEW naturalization test, which went into effect in October 2008.

2. Readers will find comprehensive information on the naturalization application (including citizenship requirements) and ways to prepare for the test, the naturalization interview, and the English and civics tests.

3. Five multiple-choice practice civics tests with answers and explanations, plus 100 practice civics questions, with answers-the exact questions that may be asked during the real oral exam.

4. Anyone thinking about becoming a U.S. citizen will find detailed information on the U.S. immigration system, including essential facts regarding visas (immigrant versus non-immigrant), green cards, and U.S. immigration laws.

5. Sample forms-filled in and blank-allow readers to practice and become familiar with what information is required and what is needed to properly submit the forms, including a complete list of mandatory fees.

Describes the advantages of citizenship, tells how to apply for naturalization, and reviews information covered on the examination