N-400 English Language Requirements

Question 1

Which of the following language skills are tested during the N-400 naturalization interview?

Accepted Answer

Reading, writing, and speaking

Answer

Only speaking

Answer

Reading and writing only

Answer

Listening comprehension only

Question 2

Who is exempt from the English language requirement when applying for naturalization?

Accepted Answer

Applicants who are 50+ years old with 20+ years as a permanent resident

Answer

All applicants over age 40

Answer

Applicants who have lived in the U.S. for 5 years

Answer

Anyone with a disability

Question 3

What is the '55/15' exception to the English language requirement?

Accepted Answer

Applicants 55+ with 15+ years as a permanent resident

Answer

Applicants 55+ who have lived in the U.S. 15 years

Answer

Applicants who are 55 and pass a waiver form

Answer

Applicants over 55 with a medical exemption

Question 4

Can an applicant request an interpreter for the English portions of the naturalization interview?

Accepted Answer

No, interpreters are not permitted for English portions

Answer

Yes, any interpreter is allowed

Answer

Yes, but only for the civics test

Answer

Yes, a family member can interpret

Question 5

What level of English proficiency is required to pass the N-400 naturalization interview?

Accepted Answer

Basic English

Answer

Fluent English

Answer

Academic English

Answer

Business English

Question 6

How is the English reading portion administered during the naturalization interview?

Accepted Answer

The officer asks the applicant to read one sentence aloud from approved vocabulary

Answer

The applicant takes a written multiple-choice test

Answer

The officer gives a paragraph to read silently

Answer

The applicant submits a written essay