> Mr Gonzalez says those who want to become US citizens should not be
> allowed to do so by simply rattling off historical facts they have
> memorised but should show a passion for the country of which they are
> becoming an integral part. The new questions will require those
> taking the exam to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the American
> political system and its history.
Some of the new questions:
> Why does the United States have three branches of government?
> Name two rights that are only for US citizens
> Name two cabinet-level positions
> Name one important idea found in the Declaration of Independence
> What does the Constitution do?
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--ravi