Can You Ace the Citizenship Test? Test Your Knowledge of U.S. History!

Becoming a U.S. citizen is a significant milestone, and part of the journey involves proving your understanding of American history and government. But how well do you really know your stuff? Take a moment to test your knowledge with these citizenship questions. You might be surprised by what you remember—or forget!

Quiz Yourself: Key Citizenship Questions

Below are some questions that potential citizens must answer correctly. Can you match their knowledge? Let’s find out!

1. When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
   
   • a. July 4, 1775
   • b. Christmas, 1782
   • c. July 4, 1776
   • d. Oct. 19, 1781
2. What do the stripes on the U.S. flag represent?
   
   • a. They hearken back to the British flag
   • b. The 13 original colonies
   • c. The blood shed in the American Revolution
   • d. No one knows for sure
3. How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
   
   • a. Five
   • b. Twenty
   • c. Thirteen
   • d. Ten
4. Name one right guaranteed by the First Amendment.
   
   • a. The right to bear arms
   • b. Freedom of assembly
   • c. The right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
   • d. The right to privacy
5. How many members are there in the House of Representatives?
   
   • a. 435
   • b. 438
   • c. 450
   • d. It fluctuates
6. Which of these is NOT a requirement to be president of the United States?
   
   • a. Must be a natural-born citizen
   • b. Must be at least 35 years old
   • c. Must have lived at least 14 years in the U.S.
   • d. Must own property in the U.S.
7. How long do Senators serve?
   
   • a. Four years
   • b. Two years
   • c. Eight years
   • d. Six years
8. How many full terms can a president serve?
   
   • a. Two
   • b. Unlimited
   • c. Three
   • d. Four
9. Which branch of the federal government controls spending?
   
   • a. Executive
   • b. Legislative
   • c. Judiciary
   • d. The Internal Revenue Service
10. What are the first words of the preamble to the U.S. Constitution?
    
    • a. “We hold these truths to be self-evident…”
    • b. “Four score and seven years ago…”
    • c. “We the people…”
    • d. “When in the course of human events…”

Answers Revealed

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