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@ISIDEWITHQuestionsImmigrationStarted 11yrs agoActive 4wks ago

Should immigrants be required to pass a citizenship test to demonstrate a basic understanding of our country’s language, history, and government?

The American Civics test is an examination that all immigrants must pass to gain U.S. citizenship. The test asks 10 randomly selected questions which cover U.S. history, the constitution and government. In 2015 Arizona became the first state to require High School students to pass the test before they graduate.

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74%
Yes
26%
No
68%
Yes
22%
No
5%
Yes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics
3%
No, most citizens couldn’t even pass a citizenship test
1%
Yes, and it should test more than just a basic level of understanding

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Unique answers from Ireland voters whose views went beyond the provided options.

 @B23SHM5answered…1yr1Y

No, you should not be able to become Irish by taking an exam or by any other means. Being Irish is more than just a piece of paper, it is inherent.

 @BD7SQ2Manswered…4wks4W

Yes — keep a basic, fair citizenship test, but don’t use it as a barrier. Focus on strong, clear eligibility rules and supports so people can pass.

 @BD7B424 answered…4wks4W

No Immigrants shouldnt even enter the country in the First place

 @BCT2VN8answered…2mos2MO

Yes but after a predetermined amount of time to show an attempt to integrate into their new environment

 @B7FDSM2answered…8mos8MO

Yes, but it should be after living here for a period of time and it should be tested on the general population to make sure current citizens would pass it, and governments should provide the education needed to pass

 @9ZH95KBanswered…2yrs2Y

I do think yes, but it should only cover very basic and simple topics but also most citizens couldn't even pass a citizenship test, so it doesn't really matter.

 @9Z9B73Panswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, but it cannot just be a pass with basic knowledge they must be able to be pass at a higher degree

 @9ZHHG59answered…2yrs2Y

Yes but it should test a good level of understanding the language, history, government and our culture as a whole.

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