Citizenship in the United States 7 th Grade Civics Class P.K Yonge School

Objectives 1.What it means to be a United States Citizen 2.Two Different kinds of Citizenship 3.How people become U.S citizens

Citizen… “ A native or naturalized member of state or nation who owes allegiance to its government and is entitles to its protection.”

Rights of a U.S. Citizen Voting in federal elections Being able to serve on a jury Travel with U.S. passport Being able to run for federal office Being able to obtain federal grants and scholarships

Responsibilities Defending and supporting our constitution Serving our country in the military (when needed) Respecting the laws of the U.S. Respecting individual rights of others Being active in your community

Different Kinds of Citizenship Citizenship through Naturalization Citizenship through a parent Dual Citizenship

Citizenship through Naturalization Granted to someone who is… – A permanent resident – Green card holder Citizenship is given to someone who was not naturally born here in the United States

Citizenship through a parent Born outside of U.S. At least one parent is a U.S. citizen

Dual Citizenship Obtains citizenship in more then one country Citizens in the United States and another country Grandpa example

How to become a U.S. citizen Requirements Steps

Requirements 18 years or older Lived here legally for 5 years Understand English writing, reading, and speaking Basics of history, government and Constitution

Steps you have to take… 4 basic steps Have to fulfill all citizen requirements before you start the steps

Step #1 Complete Application – Includes detailed information About family Employment Criminal background Etc.

Step #2 Photographed Fingerprinted

Step #3 Interviewed Test about knowledge of English Language and civics (reading, writing, language, history, and constitution)

Step #4 Go to court Take oath of allegiance to the United States All steps complete= United States Citizen

I am a US Citizen!