Jose was born in Costa Rica. When he was 18, he came to the United States to go to college. After college, he decided he wanted to live permanently in the U.S. Of the following, which are the requirements that Jose needs to meet in order to become a U.S. citizen? Select all that apply.

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Responses

He must wait at least five years.
He must wait at least five years.
He must marry someone who is already a citizen.
He must marry someone who is already a citizen.
He must take a citizenship test.
He must take a citizenship test.
He must promise to serve in the military.

Answer 1

To become a U.S. citizen, Jose needs to meet the following requirements:

1. He must wait at least five years. (This is applicable if he becomes a permanent resident. If he is married to a U.S. citizen, the requirement is three years.)

2. He must take a citizenship test. (This test assesses knowledge of U.S. government and history.)

The other options given (marrying a citizen and promising to serve in the military) are not requirements for all applicants.

So, the correct selections are:

• He must wait at least five years.
• He must take a citizenship test.