English Language Requirements Flashcards
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How is the English writing portion of the naturalization interview administered?
Answer: The officer dictates one sentence for the applicant to write
The officer dictates one sentence and the applicant must write it legibly and accurately to pass the writing test.
What vocabulary is used in the N-400 English reading and writing tests?
Answer: USCIS-approved civics and history vocabulary
The reading and writing tests use vocabulary from USCIS's official civics and U.S. history word list.
How many attempts does an applicant get to pass the English reading and writing tests at the initial interview?
Answer: 3 attempts for reading and 3 for writing
USCIS allows up to 3 attempts for each of the reading and writing tests during the naturalization interview.
What happens if an applicant fails the English or civics test at the initial N-400 interview?
Answer: They are rescheduled for a second interview within 60–90 days
Applicants who fail the English or civics test are scheduled for a second interview, typically within 60–90 days.
A disability or impairment may excuse an applicant from which part of the N-400 requirements?
Answer: Both the English and civics requirements with a Form N-648
Form N-648 (Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions) can exempt applicants with qualifying medical conditions from both the English and civics requirements.
Which of the following best describes the speaking portion of the N-400 English test?
Answer: It occurs throughout the interview as the officer evaluates conversational responses
USCIS evaluates English speaking ability naturally throughout the entire interview by observing the applicant's conversational responses.