1. Citizenship in the United States Jessica Lazoen EDU 290 9:30- 10:45

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

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

4. 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

5. 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

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

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

9. How to become a U.S. citizen Requirements Steps

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

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

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

13. Step #2 Photographed Fingerprinted

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

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

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17. Citations Page 2 U.S. Citizenship Test Guide. (2010). U.S. Citizenship Apply Guide. Retrieved February 12, 2011, from http://uscitizenshiptestguide.com/text/apply.html American Flag Image found at http://www.flickr.com/photos/38301474@N05/3525766387/sizes/z/