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Official source: USCIS: Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version), rev. 08/21. Last verified: October 13, 2026.

  1. What is the supreme law of the land?

    Answer: The Constitution

    The Constitution is the supreme law of the land: no other law may go against it. Official answers: the Constitution.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 1

  2. What does the Constitution do?

    Answer: Sets up the government

    The Constitution sets up and defines the government and protects the basic rights of Americans. Official answers: sets up the government; defines the government; protects basic rights of Americans.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 2

  3. The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?

    Answer: We the People

    The Constitution begins with “We the People,” showing that the government’s power comes from the people. Official answers: We the People.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 3

  4. What is an amendment?

    Answer: A change (to the Constitution)

    An amendment is a change or addition to the Constitution. Official answers: a change (to the Constitution); an addition (to the Constitution).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 4

  5. What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

    Answer: The Bill of Rights

    The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights. Official answers: the Bill of Rights.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 5

  6. What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?

    Answer: Speech

    The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, assembly and the press, and the right to petition the government. Official answers: speech; religion; assembly; press; petition the government.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 6

  7. How many amendments does the Constitution have?

    Answer: Twenty-seven (27)

    The Constitution has 27 amendments. The first ten are the Bill of Rights. Official answers: twenty-seven (27).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 7

  8. What did the Declaration of Independence do?

    Answer: Announced our independence (from Great Britain)

    The Declaration of Independence, adopted in 1776, declared that the colonies were free from Great Britain. Official answers: announced our independence (from Great Britain); declared our independence (from Great Britain); said that the United States is free (from Great Britain).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 8

  9. What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?

    Answer: Life and Liberty

    The Declaration of Independence names life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness as rights of all people. Official answers: life; liberty; pursuit of happiness.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 9

  10. What is freedom of religion?

    Answer: You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion.

    Freedom of religion means the government cannot force you to follow, or not follow, any religion. Official answers: You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 10

  11. What is the economic system in the United States?

    Answer: Capitalist economy

    The United States has a capitalist or market economy, in which people and businesses own most property and make most economic decisions. Official answers: capitalist economy; market economy.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 11

  12. What is the “rule of law”?

    Answer: No one is above the law.

    Rule of law means everyone, including leaders and the government itself, must follow the law. Official answers: Everyone must follow the law; Leaders must obey the law; Government must obey the law; No one is above the law.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 12

  13. Name one branch or part of the government.

    Answer: Congress

    The three branches of government are the legislative (Congress), the executive (the President) and the judicial (the courts). Official answers: Congress; legislative; President; executive; the courts; judicial.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 13

  14. What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

    Answer: Checks and balances

    Checks and balances and the separation of powers let each branch limit the others, so no branch becomes too powerful. Official answers: checks and balances; separation of powers.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 14

  15. Who is in charge of the executive branch?

    Answer: The President

    The President is in charge of the executive branch, which carries out the laws. Official answers: the President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 15

  16. Who makes federal laws?

    Answer: Congress

    Congress, made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives, makes federal laws. Official answers: Congress; Senate and House (of Representatives); (U.S. or national) legislature.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 16

  17. What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?

    Answer: Senate and House of Representatives

    Congress has two parts: the Senate, with two senators from each state, and the House of Representatives, with 435 voting members. Official answers: the Senate and House (of Representatives).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 17

  18. How many U.S. Senators are there?

    Answer: One hundred (100)

    Each of the 50 states has two senators, so there are 100 senators. Official answers: one hundred (100).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 18

  19. We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?

    Answer: Six (6)

    U.S. Senators are elected for six-year terms. Official answers: six (6).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 19

  20. The House of Representatives has how many voting members?

    Answer: Four hundred thirty-five (435)

    The House of Representatives has 435 voting members. The number of representatives for each state depends on its population. Official answers: four hundred thirty-five (435).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 21

  21. We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?

    Answer: Two (2)

    U.S. Representatives are elected for two-year terms. Official answers: two (2).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 22

  22. Who does a U.S. Senator represent?

    Answer: All people of the state

    Each U.S. Senator represents all the people of the state, not only those who voted for them. Official answers: all people of the state.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 24

  23. Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?

    Answer: (Because of) the state’s population

    States with more people have more representatives in the House. Official answers: (because of) the state’s population; (because) they have more people; (because) some states have more people.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 25

  24. We elect a President for how many years?

    Answer: Four (4)

    The President is elected for a four-year term. Official answers: four (4).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 26

  25. In what month do we vote for President?

    Answer: November

    Americans vote for President in November. Official answers: November.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 27

  26. What is the name of the President of the United States now?

    Answer: Donald J. Trump

    Donald J. Trump is the President of the United States according to USCIS. This answer can change after elections or appointments. Check uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates shortly before your interview and answer with the official serving on that day. Official answers: Donald J. Trump; Donald Trump; Trump.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 28; answer from USCIS Check for Test Updates (updated 09/18/2025)

  27. What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?

    Answer: JD Vance

    JD Vance is the Vice President of the United States according to USCIS. This answer can change after elections or appointments. Check uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates shortly before your interview and answer with the official serving on that day. Official answers: JD Vance; Vance.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 29; answer from USCIS Check for Test Updates (updated 09/18/2025)

  28. If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

    Answer: The Vice President

    If the President can no longer serve, the Vice President becomes President. Official answers: the Vice President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 30

  29. If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

    Answer: The Speaker of the House

    If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, the Speaker of the House becomes President. Official answers: the Speaker of the House.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 31

  30. Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?

    Answer: The President

    The President is the Commander in Chief of the military. Official answers: the President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 32

  31. Who signs bills to become laws?

    Answer: The President

    Bills passed by Congress become law when the President signs them. Official answers: the President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 33

  32. Who vetoes bills?

    Answer: The President

    The President can veto (reject) a bill passed by Congress. Official answers: the President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 34

  33. What does the President’s Cabinet do?

    Answer: Advises the President

    The Cabinet is a group of top officials who advise the President. Official answers: advises the President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 35

  34. What are two Cabinet-level positions?

    Answer: Secretary of State and Attorney General

    Cabinet-level positions belong to the executive branch. The Speaker of the House (Congress) and the Chief Justice (courts) are in other branches. Official answers: Secretary of Agriculture; Secretary of Commerce; Secretary of Defense; Secretary of Education; Secretary of Energy; Secretary of Health and Human Services; Secretary of Homeland Security; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Secretary of the Interior; Secretary of Labor; Secretary of State; Secretary of Transportation; Secretary of the Treasury; Secretary of Veterans Affairs; Attorney General; Vice President.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 36

  35. What does the judicial branch do?

    Answer: Decides if a law goes against the Constitution

    The courts review and explain laws, resolve disputes about the law and decide whether a law goes against the Constitution. Official answers: reviews laws; explains laws; resolves disputes (disagreements); decides if a law goes against the Constitution.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 37

  36. What is the highest court in the United States?

    Answer: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. Official answers: the Supreme Court.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 38

  37. How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

    Answer: Nine (9)

    The Supreme Court has nine justices according to USCIS. This answer can change after elections or appointments. Check uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates shortly before your interview and answer with the official serving on that day. Official answers: nine (9).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 39; answer from USCIS Check for Test Updates (updated 09/18/2025)

  38. Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?

    Answer: John Roberts

    John Roberts is the Chief Justice of the United States according to USCIS. This answer can change after elections or appointments. Check uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates shortly before your interview and answer with the official serving on that day. Official answers: John Roberts; John G. Roberts, Jr.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 40; answer from USCIS Check for Test Updates (updated 09/18/2025)

  39. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government?

    Answer: To print money

    Under the Constitution, powers such as printing money, declaring war, creating an army and making treaties belong to the federal government. Official answers: to print money; to declare war; to create an army; to make treaties.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 41

  40. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states?

    Answer: Give a driver’s license

    States provide schooling, police and fire protection, give driver’s licenses and approve zoning and land use. Official answers: provide schooling and education; provide protection (police); provide safety (fire departments); give a driver’s license; approve zoning and land use.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 42

  41. What are the two major political parties in the United States?

    Answer: Democratic and Republican

    The two major political parties in the United States are the Democratic and the Republican parties. Official answers: Democratic and Republican.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 45

  42. What is the political party of the President now?

    Answer: Republican (Party)

    The President’s political party is the Republican Party according to USCIS. This answer can change after elections or appointments. Check uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates shortly before your interview and answer with the official serving on that day. Official answers: Republican (Party).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 46; answer from USCIS Check for Test Updates (updated 09/18/2025)

  43. What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?

    Answer: Mike Johnson

    Mike Johnson is the Speaker of the House of Representatives according to USCIS. This answer can change after elections or appointments. Check uscis.gov/citizenship/testupdates shortly before your interview and answer with the official serving on that day. Official answers: Mike Johnson; Johnson; James Michael Johnson (birth name).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 47; answer from USCIS Check for Test Updates (updated 09/18/2025)

  44. There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.

    Answer: Citizens eighteen (18) and older (can vote).

    Amendments let citizens 18 and older vote, ended poll taxes, and protect the vote regardless of race or sex. Official answers: Citizens eighteen (18) and older (can vote); You don’t have to pay (a poll tax) to vote; Any citizen can vote. (Women and men can vote.); A male citizen of any race (can vote).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 48

  45. What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?

    Answer: Serve on a jury

    Serving on a jury and voting in federal elections are responsibilities only for U.S. citizens. Official answers: serve on a jury; vote in a federal election.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 49

  46. Name one right only for United States citizens.

    Answer: Vote in a federal election

    Only U.S. citizens may vote in federal elections and run for federal office. Official answers: vote in a federal election; run for federal office.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 50

  47. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?

    Answer: Freedom of speech and Freedom of religion

    Everyone living in the United States has rights such as freedom of expression, speech, assembly and religion, the right to petition the government and the right to bear arms. Official answers: freedom of expression; freedom of speech; freedom of assembly; freedom to petition the government; freedom of religion; the right to bear arms.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 51

  48. What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?

    Answer: The United States

    The Pledge of Allegiance is a promise of loyalty to the flag and to the United States. Official answers: the United States; the flag.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 52

  49. What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?

    Answer: Obey the laws of the United States

    New citizens promise to give up loyalty to other countries, defend and obey the Constitution and laws, and serve the nation if needed. Official answers: give up loyalty to other countries; defend the Constitution and laws of the United States; obey the laws of the United States; serve in the U.S. military (if needed); serve (do important work for) the nation (if needed); be loyal to the United States.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 53

  50. How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?

    Answer: Eighteen (18) and older

    Citizens must be 18 or older to vote for President. Official answers: eighteen (18) and older.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 54

  51. What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?

    Answer: Vote and Join a political party

    Americans participate by voting, joining parties, civic and community groups, helping campaigns, contacting officials and running for office. Official answers: vote; join a political party; help with a campaign; join a civic group; join a community group; give an elected official your opinion on an issue; call Senators and Representatives; publicly support or oppose an issue or policy; run for office; write to a newspaper.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 55

  52. When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?

    Answer: April 15

    April 15 is the last day to send in federal income tax forms. Official answers: April 15.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 56

  53. When must all men register for the Selective Service?

    Answer: At age eighteen (18)

    Men must register for the Selective Service at age 18, or between 18 and 26. Official answers: at age eighteen (18); between eighteen (18) and twenty-six (26).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 57

  54. What is one reason colonists came to America?

    Answer: Religious freedom

    Colonists came to America for freedom, religious freedom, political liberty, economic opportunity and to escape persecution. Official answers: freedom; political liberty; religious freedom; economic opportunity; practice their religion; escape persecution.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 58

  55. Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?

    Answer: Native Americans

    American Indians, also called Native Americans, lived in America before the Europeans arrived. Official answers: American Indians; Native Americans.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 59

  56. What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?

    Answer: Africans

    People from Africa were taken to America and sold as slaves. Official answers: Africans; people from Africa.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 60

  57. Why did the colonists fight the British?

    Answer: Because of high taxes (taxation without representation)

    The colonists fought the British because of high taxes without representation, soldiers quartered in their homes and a lack of self-government. Official answers: because of high taxes (taxation without representation); because the British army stayed in their houses (boarding, quartering); because they didn’t have self-government.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 61

  58. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

    Answer: Thomas Jefferson

    Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. He later became the third president. Official answers: (Thomas) Jefferson.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 62

  59. When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

    Answer: July 4, 1776

    The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. Independence Day celebrates it. Official answers: July 4, 1776.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 63

  60. There were 13 original states. Name three.

    Answer: New York, Virginia and Georgia

    The 13 original states were New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Official answers: New Hampshire; Massachusetts; Rhode Island; Connecticut; New York; New Jersey; Pennsylvania; Delaware; Maryland; Virginia; North Carolina; South Carolina; Georgia.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 64

  61. What happened at the Constitutional Convention?

    Answer: The Constitution was written.

    At the Constitutional Convention in 1787, the Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution. Official answers: The Constitution was written; The Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 65

  62. When was the Constitution written?

    Answer: 1787

    The Constitution was written in 1787. Official answers: 1787.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 66

  63. The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.

    Answer: James Madison

    The Federalist Papers were written by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton and John Jay under the shared name “Publius”. Official answers: (James) Madison; (Alexander) Hamilton; (John) Jay; Publius.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 67

  64. What is one thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?

    Answer: U.S. diplomat

    Benjamin Franklin was a U.S. diplomat, the oldest member of the Constitutional Convention, the first Postmaster General, the writer of “Poor Richard’s Almanac” and started the first free libraries. Official answers: U.S. diplomat; oldest member of the Constitutional Convention; first Postmaster General of the United States; writer of “Poor Richard’s Almanac”; started the first free libraries.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 68

  65. Who is the “Father of Our Country”?

    Answer: (George) Washington

    George Washington is called the “Father of Our Country.” Official answers: (George) Washington.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 69

  66. Who was the first President?

    Answer: (George) Washington

    George Washington was the first President of the United States. Official answers: (George) Washington.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 70

  67. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?

    Answer: Louisiana Territory

    In 1803 the United States bought the Louisiana Territory from France. The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the country. Official answers: the Louisiana Territory; Louisiana.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 71

  68. Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.

    Answer: War of 1812

    Wars of the 1800s include the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, the Civil War and the Spanish-American War. Official answers: War of 1812; Mexican-American War; Civil War; Spanish-American War.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 72

  69. Name the U.S. war between the North and the South.

    Answer: The Civil War

    The war between the North and the South was the Civil War. It ended slavery. Official answers: the Civil War; the War between the States.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 73

  70. Name one problem that led to the Civil War.

    Answer: Slavery

    Problems that led to the Civil War include slavery, economic reasons and states’ rights. Official answers: slavery; economic reasons; states’ rights.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 74

  71. What was one important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?

    Answer: Freed the slaves (Emancipation Proclamation)

    Abraham Lincoln freed the slaves with the Emancipation Proclamation, preserved the Union and led the country during the Civil War. Official answers: freed the slaves (Emancipation Proclamation); saved (or preserved) the Union; led the United States during the Civil War.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 75

  72. What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?

    Answer: Freed the slaves

    The Emancipation Proclamation freed the slaves in the Confederate states. Official answers: freed the slaves; freed slaves in the Confederacy; freed slaves in the Confederate states; freed slaves in most Southern states.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 76

  73. What did Susan B. Anthony do?

    Answer: Fought for women’s rights

    Susan B. Anthony fought for women’s rights and civil rights. Official answers: fought for women’s rights; fought for civil rights.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 77

  74. Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.

    Answer: World War II

    Wars of the 1900s include World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Persian Gulf War. Official answers: World War I; World War II; Korean War; Vietnam War; (Persian) Gulf War.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 78

  75. Who was President during World War I?

    Answer: (Woodrow) Wilson

    Woodrow Wilson was President during World War I. Official answers: (Woodrow) Wilson.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 79

  76. Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?

    Answer: Franklin Roosevelt

    Franklin Roosevelt was president during the Great Depression and World War II. Official answers: (Franklin) Roosevelt.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 80

  77. Who did the United States fight in World War II?

    Answer: Japan, Germany, and Italy

    In World War II, the United States fought Japan, Germany and Italy. Official answers: Japan, Germany, and Italy.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 81

  78. Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?

    Answer: World War II

    Before he was President, Dwight Eisenhower was a general in World War II. Official answers: World War II.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 82

  79. During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?

    Answer: Communism

    During the Cold War, the main concern of the United States was communism. Official answers: Communism.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 83

  80. What movement tried to end racial discrimination?

    Answer: Civil rights (movement)

    The civil rights movement worked to end racial discrimination. Official answers: civil rights (movement).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 84

  81. What did Martin Luther King, Jr. do?

    Answer: Fought for civil rights

    Martin Luther King, Jr. fought for civil rights and worked for equality for all Americans. Official answers: fought for civil rights; worked for equality for all Americans.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 85

  82. What major event happened on September 11, 2001, in the United States?

    Answer: Terrorists attacked the United States.

    On September 11, 2001, terrorists attacked the United States. Official answers: Terrorists attacked the United States.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 86

  83. Name one American Indian tribe in the United States.

    Answer: Cherokee

    USCIS lists many federally recognized American Indian tribes, including the Cherokee, Navajo, Sioux, Apache, Iroquois and Seminole. Official answers: Cherokee; Navajo; Sioux; Chippewa; Choctaw; Pueblo; Apache; Iroquois; Creek; Blackfeet; Seminole; Cheyenne; Arawak; Shawnee; Mohegan; Huron; Oneida; Lakota; Crow; Teton; Hopi; Inuit.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 87

  84. Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.

    Answer: Mississippi (River)

    The two longest rivers in the United States are the Missouri and the Mississippi. Official answers: Missouri (River); Mississippi (River).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 88

  85. What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?

    Answer: Pacific (Ocean)

    The Pacific Ocean is on the West Coast of the United States. Official answers: Pacific (Ocean).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 89

  86. What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?

    Answer: Atlantic (Ocean)

    The Atlantic Ocean is on the East Coast of the United States. Official answers: Atlantic (Ocean).

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 90

  87. Name one U.S. territory.

    Answer: Puerto Rico

    U.S. territories include Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam. Hawaii and Alaska are states. Official answers: Puerto Rico; U.S. Virgin Islands; American Samoa; Northern Mariana Islands; Guam.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 91

  88. Name one state that borders Canada.

    Answer: Michigan

    States that border Canada include Maine, New York, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Washington and Alaska. Official answers: Maine; New Hampshire; Vermont; New York; Pennsylvania; Ohio; Michigan; Minnesota; North Dakota; Montana; Idaho; Washington; Alaska.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 92

  89. Name one state that borders Mexico.

    Answer: Texas

    The states that border Mexico are California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Official answers: California; Arizona; New Mexico; Texas.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 93

  90. What is the capital of the United States?

    Answer: Washington, D.C.

    The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C. Official answers: Washington, D.C.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 94

  91. Where is the Statue of Liberty?

    Answer: New York Harbor

    The Statue of Liberty stands on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. Official answers: New York (Harbor); Liberty Island.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 95

  92. Why does the flag have 13 stripes?

    Answer: Because there were 13 original colonies

    The 13 stripes stand for the 13 original colonies. Official answers: because there were 13 original colonies; because the stripes represent the original colonies.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 96

  93. Why does the flag have 50 stars?

    Answer: Because there is one star for each state

    The flag has 50 stars, one for each of the 50 states. Official answers: because there is one star for each state; because each star represents a state; because there are 50 states.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 97

  94. What is the name of the national anthem?

    Answer: The Star-Spangled Banner

    The national anthem is “The Star-Spangled Banner”. Official answers: The Star-Spangled Banner.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 98

  95. When do we celebrate Independence Day?

    Answer: July 4

    Independence Day is celebrated on July 4. Official answers: July 4.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 99

  96. Name two national U.S. holidays.

    Answer: Thanksgiving and Independence Day

    National U.S. holidays include New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Official answers: New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; Presidents’ Day; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Columbus Day; Veterans Day; Thanksgiving; Christmas.

    Source: USCIS Civics Questions and Answers (2008 version, rev. 08/21), question 100