Prime Time 7/8, Language in Use, Arbeitsheft

Migrating to the United States a) Study the following text on immigration to the US and fill in the suitable words. 3 The United States has a long history of welcoming immigrants from all parts (1) of the world. America values the (2) of immigrants who continue to (3) the country and preserve its (4) as a land of freedom and opportunity. People who have decided to become US citizens often refer to this decision as one of the most important ones in their lives. If they decide to (5) to become a US citizen, they will be showing their commitment to the United States and their (6) to its Constitution. In return, they are (7) with all the rights and (8) that are part of US citizenship. b) Read the following text on the process of becoming a US citizen and find suitable words for the definitions printed below. A guide to naturalisation loyalty parts privileges apply contributions enrich legacy rewarded An individual may qualify for naturalisation if he or she is at least 18 years old, has been a permanent resident for at least five years and meets all other eligibility requirements. Permanent residents are people who have “permanent resident” status in the United States and have received a so-called “Green Card”. Yet it is not enough to be a permanent resident; they must also be in “continuous residence” during that time. This means that they have not left the United States for a long period of time. To be eligible for naturalisation they must be a person of good moral character with a clean criminal record. Committing certain crimes may cause them to be ineligible for naturalisation. If they do not tell the truth during their interview, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will deny their application for lacking good moral character. To be eligible for naturalisation, they must be able to read, write and speak basic English. They must also have a basic knowledge of US history and government (also known as “civics”). Many schools and community organisations help people prepare for their naturalisation tests. All applicants for naturalisation must be willing to support and defend the United States and its Constitution. They declare their “attachment” to the United States and its Constitution when they take the Oath of Allegiance. 5 10 15 20 25 30 1. to be or become fit (as for an office); to meet the required standard: to qualify 2. happening or existing without a break or interruption: 3. qualified or entitled to be chosen: 4. list of a person’s previous criminal convictions: 5. to refuse to accept or admit sth.: 6. sb. who formally asks for sth. (such as admission to a college): 7. to say or state sth. in an official or public way: 8. formal and serious promise to tell the truth or to do sth.: 72 Migration 14 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv