THE QUESTION

Name two promises that new citizens make in the Oath of Allegiance.

THE ANSWER

Give up loyalty to other countries; Defend the (U.S.) Constitution

ALSO ACCEPTED

English question & answer

Give up loyalty to other countries; Defend the (U.S.) Constitution

All accepted answers (English)

Give up loyalty to other countries
Defend the (U.S.) Constitution
Obey the laws of the United States
Serve in the military (if needed)
Serve (help, do important work for) the nation (if needed)
Be loyal to the United States

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THE CONTEXT

Citizenship and belonging

Name two promises from the Oath. Keep this separate from the Pledge of Allegiance on the previous card.

How it fits together

Naturalization is the legal process through which an eligible person who is not already a U.S. citizen becomes one. It is different from receiving a green card, which establishes permanent residence. Other paths to citizenship can involve birth or a citizen parent under the applicable legal conditions.

A closer look

At naturalization, the Oath of Allegiance includes promises to support the Constitution and obey U.S. laws. It is different from the Pledge of Allegiance commonly recited to the flag. The civics questions are study prompts; consult USCIS for the rules that apply to an individual situation.