Us Citizenship Podcast

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:91-05x. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:81-90. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:71-80. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:51-60. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:41-50. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:31-40. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:21-30. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:11-20. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

Today we begin a new series.  For the next ten days, we will present 10 of the 96 questions plus two dictation sentences and handout.  Today's questions are 96:01-10. At the end of the series, we will present a series of of interviews based on parts of the N-400. After the N-400 series, we will re-present the USCIS 96 in a "mixed" series, example: 96 "Ones": USCIS 01, 11, 21, 31, 41, 51, 61, 71, 81, 91 96 "Twos": USCIS 02, 12, 22, 32, 42, 52, 62, 72, 82, 9, etc We will take a short break to prepare for the electgion, then we will present the new USCIS 100 in ten question sets, followed by a "mixed" 100 Question series.  Finally we will present a dual question series: five questions from both the 96 and 100 questions. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: uscitizenpod@gmail.com or leave a comment on the blog at www.uscitizenpod.com.  Thanks!

The US Citizenship Podcast Labor Day Special (MP3) features a story (PDF) about a retired couple, Mr & Mrs Hsun, exerpt of the work & travel sections of Mrs Hsun's interview, and a quick connection between Labor Day and the 13th Amendment.  For more infomation about the 13th Amendment and our series: Countdown to the Constitution, visit us at 15: Countdown to Constitution Day .

Here are ten sentences for reading and dictation.  These sentences are based on answers to the USCIS 96:51-60 Questions.  Instead of phrasal responses, the answers are given in complete sentences. 51. The executive of a state government is the Governor.52. The head executive of a city government is the Mayor.53. Thanksgiving was celebrated for the first time by American colonists.54. Thomas Jefferson was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence.55. The Declaration of Independence was adopted July 4, 1776.56. The basic beliefs of the Declaration of Independence are that all people are created equaland have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.57. The national anthem of the United States is the Star-Spangled Banner.58. Francis Scott Key wrote The Star-Spangled Banner.59. The minimum voting age in the United States is 18 years old.60. The President signs bills into law.

Here are ten sentences for reading and dictation.  These sentences are based on answers to the USCIS 96:11-20 Questions.  Instead of phrasal responses, the answers are given in complete sentences. 11. We fought England during the Revolutionary War.12. George Washington was the first president of the United States.13. George W. Bush is the President of the United States today.14. Dick Cheney is the Vice President of the United States today.15. The Electoral College elects the President of the United States.16. The Vice-President becomes President if the President dies.17. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land.18. Changes to the Constitution are called Amendments.19. There are 27 Amendments to the Constitution.20. The 3 branches of our government are the Executive Branch, the Legislative Branch, and the Judicial Branch.

Here are ten sentences for reading and dictation.  These sentences are based on answers to the USCIS 96:41-50 Questions.  Instead of phrasal responses, the answers are given in complete sentences. 41. Patrick Henry said, “Give me liberty or give me death”.42. Germany, Italy, and Japan were some countries that were our enemies during World War II.43. Alaska was the 49th state added to our Union.44. A President can serve 2 full terms.45. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a civil rights leader.46. A candidate for President must be a native-born, not naturalized, citizen; at least 35 years old; and have lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years47. There are 100 Senators in the U.S. Senate because each state elects 2 Senators.48. The President nominates judges for the Supreme Court.49. There are 9 Supreme Court Justices.50. The Pilgrims came to America to gain religious freedom.

Here are ten sentences for reading and dictation.  These sentences are based on answers to the USCIS 96:31-40 Questions.  Instead of phrasal responses, the answers are given in complete sentences. 31. The President is elected for a 4-year term.32. The Supreme Court is the highest part of the Judiciary Branch.33. The duties of the Supreme Court are to interpret and explain the laws.34. The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States.35. The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the Constitution.36. The capital of the state of California is Sacramento.37. Arnold Schwarzenegger is the current Governor of California.38. The Speaker of the House becomes President if both the President and Vice-President die.39. John G. Roberts, Jr. is Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.40. The original 13 states were Virginia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, North Carolina, South Carolina, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Georgia.

Here are ten sentences for reading and dictation.  These sentences are based on answers to the USCIS 96:21-30 Questions.  Instead of phrasal responses, the answers are given in complete sentences. 21. The Legislative Branch of our Government is the Congress.22. The Senate and the House of Representatives make up the Congress.23. Congress makes the Federal laws in the United States.24. The citizens of the United States elect Congress.25. There are 100 Senators in Congress.26. We elect each Senator for a 6-year term.27. Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein are the Senators from California.28. There are 435 voting members in the House of Representatives.29. We elect members of the House of Representatives for a 2-year term.30. The President is the head of the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government.

Here are ten sentences for reading and dictation.  These sentences are based on answers to the USCIS 96:01-10 Questions.  Instead of phrasal responses, the answers are given in complete sentences. 1. The colors of our flag are red, white, and blue.2. There is one star for each state.3. There are 50 stars on our flag.4. The stars on our flag are white.5. There are 13 stripes on our flag.6. The stripes on the flag represent the first 13 states.7. The stripes on the flag are red and white.8. There are 50 states in the Union (the United States).9. We celebrate Independence Day on the 4th of July.10. Independence Day celebrates independence from England. You can use the S01-10 Dictation Handout when you listen to the S01-10 mp3. Practice reading the sentences aloud, then ask a friend to dictate the senteces to you. For fun, read the answer first, then try to remember the questions.  Asking questions is an important skill for Citizenship. Get the complete set of the sentences here.

Today we will listen to Questions 48-49 plus M-638 comments.  You can download the Class Handout 48-49  to deepen your knowledge of US History and Politics and broaden your English language skills. Look for new vocabulary, grammar structures, and idioms.  Note the key words--these words will help you remember the questions and answers.  The key words for 46-47: Supreme Court Justices Dictation Sentences The Constitution is the supreme law of our land. He wanted to find a job.

Today we will listen to Questions 46-47 plus M-638 comments.  You can download the Class Handout 46-47  to deepen your knowledge of US History and Politics and broaden your English language skills. Look for new vocabulary, grammar structures, and idioms.  Note the key words--these words will help you remember the questions and answers.  The key words for 46-47: President Eligibility Requirements Senator Dictation Sentences He was 72 years old. Each state elects 2 senators.

Today we will listen to Questions 44-45 plus M-638 comments.  You can download the Class Handout 44-45  to deepen your knowledge of US History and Politics and broaden your English language skills. Look for new vocabulary, grammar structures, and idioms.  Note the key words--these words will help you remember the questions and answers.  The key words for 44-45: PresidentTermMartin Luther King Jr.Civil Rights Dictation Sentences All people want to be free. Today is a sunny day.

Today we will listen to our eleventh practice interview from Jong-Yi Wang (Country of Birth: Korea; Country of Nationality: Taiwan).  These are simple questions are based on the N-400.  You can get a pdf. of the Simple Citizenship Interview here.  Visit us at uscitizenpod.blogspot.com for the show notes.  Thanks!