...• What is the purpose of the naturalization process? • Does the process work well? In other words, does the process achieve its goals? • Would you change the process if you could? Explain why you would or why you would not make a change. If you would, include how you would change the naturalization process. The purpose of the naturalization process is to acquire citizenship or nationality of a country in a legal act or process by a non-citizen. I believe the process works completely well as it should because I believe that it is fair and effective. It allows people worthy of citizenship to become able citizens that will bring success to this country in a completely fair and honest process. If all background checks, interviews, and biometrics are passed then everyone has a chance at citizenship. So many foreigners have done it already so I honestly do believe that the process achieves its goals. If there was anything that I would change in the process, that would probably have to be the waiting times for certain people trying to achieve naturalization. For example there are different situations and stories for each person applying and honestly some people have it much more rough then others. I believe that the process should be just a little bit more forgiving and faster. I know people that have had to wait 2 years or more and others that have had their case “lost” in the past and have had to do it again. Each situation is...
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...different. When learning about the naturalization process, the outlook of it is extremely large and a way to narrow that outlook is to interview somebody who actually experienced this process for themselves, from filling out an application to taking the Oath of Loyalty. This Experience was unforgettable for Juana Perez one he shared with such passion with every detail. When being interviewed Juana had the look of succession in his eyes, I could personal feel how much getting naturalized meant to him as a young man. When starting the interview, Mr. Perez appeared to be surprised when I had asked him “what inspired you to become a U.S. citizen?” “When you’re a young boy, and grow up with your own mother having such difficulties supporting you, you want to strive to become something great even if that means leaving your lifestyle behind to make better for your family and yourself.” Following up with the next question I asked Mr. Perez what steps he had to take as a part of the naturalization process. When Mr. Perez came to the United States for the first time when he was Twenty years old to work in as a migrant worker in San Diego California he met an American woman that he said “was the most beautiful woman I have ever seen, when it came time for me to go back to Mexico, I held her in my arms while she sobbed about my going away, I promised her my heart along with my return as an American.” It took Mr. Perez about Three years to finish the naturalization process, he remembers filling...
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...erhaps one of the most intimidating components of the naturalization process is the citizenship test, which gauges applicants' knowledge and understanding of United States history, government and the legal system. The test often contains information that many native born U.S. citizens don’t even know, believe it or not. Proper preparation is essential to passing this important part of the citizenship application process. While this section will not prepare you for the substance of the test, it does offer resources to help applicants prepare for the citizenship test, including a list of typical citizenship examination questions and an overview of what to expect on the test. Learn About The Citizenship Test What to Expect on the Naturalization Test A guide to the types of tests included in the naturalization process. Learn about the language test, the civics test, what happens if you fail a test, and how to get legal help with the naturalization process. Requirements for Applying for Citizenship in the United States A list of requirements for foreign-born individuals who wish to become U.S. citizens. Learn about the different steps of the citizenship process, including the application, interview, and swearing-in ceremony. Citizenship FAQ A collection of common questions about becoming a naturalized citizen. Find answers to your questions about the naturalization process, how to file a naturalization application, what to do if your application is denied, and more. Typical...
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...to evaluate the naturalization process. Consider this guiding question as you prepare, conduct, and reflect on the interview– Does the naturalization process create good U.S. citizens? Steps © 2012 Brand X Pictures/Thinkstock 1. Identify a person to interview. Ask family members and friends to help you locate someone who completed the naturalization process. As an alternative, you could write a Fictional Interview with a naturalized citizen. 2. View this Presentation on conducting an interview. You will gain tips and good practices to help you be successful. 3. Introduce yourself before the interview. During the interview, be sure to ask the questions below. Use this Template to take notes or record the interview. If you create a fictional interview, you will have to answer these questions as well on behalf of your imagined interviewee. Be sure to research actual interviews and profiles of naturalized citizens in order to create realistic responses. o What inspired you to become a U.S. citizen? o What steps did you have to take as part of the naturalization process? o How would you describe how you felt about the process? o How has gaining citizenship changed your life? Is your daily life different because of gaining citizenship? o Do you feel the process was worthwhile? o If you had to, would you do it again? Please explain. o Create at least one additional question for your interviewee. 4. Write a two-paragraph reflection of the naturalization process. Use the...
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...Response 1. What inspired you to become a U.S. citizen? Better education and Career Opportunity. 2. What steps did you have to take as part of the naturalization process? I had to apply, give my finger prints, go through an interview, and oath my loyalty or citizenship to the country. 3. How would you describe how you felt about the process? Very 4. How has citizenship changed your life? I’ve been able to accomplish my goals. These goals Including a better education, a good job opportunity with good pay, and a better life for my children. 5. Is your daily life different because of citizenship? Yes, I don’t have to worry about renewing a visa, or worry about being sent back to my country. I also have more rights and freedom because of this. 6. Do you feel the process was worthwhile? The process is worth it because you benefit from living in a developed country. 7. If you had to, would you do it again? Please explain. Yes, I would do it as many times as I’d have to in order to provide a better life for myself and for my family. 8. Where there any set-backs or obstacles that you had to overcome when getting naturalized into this country? There weren’t many things that were in the way of me getting my citizenship. The only thing that was a hassle the 3 years I had to wait in order to be eligible to get the citizenship. Part B: Write a two-paragraph reflection of the naturalization process. Use the following questions as a guide:...
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...inspired you to become a U.S. citizen? A: I used to watch American movies in Guatemala and everybody just looked so much happier with things. Growing up poor had a big deal to do with it to because in the American movies everything was so developed and even the struggling were doing better than me. Q: What steps did you have to take as part of the naturalization process? A: I learned English from watching a lot of TV and music videos, and then my cousin taught me everything I needed to know for the test because he took it before. I passed my U.S. History and English then answered some questions about my history. Once that was done I pledged my loyalty and became a citizen. Q: How would you describe how you felt about the process? A: The process felt so long because I wanted to be a citizen as soon as I got to America. Also, waiting to have the same rights as other citizens was frustrating. But, after I was done I was so happy. Q: How has citizenship changed your life? A: Gaining the rights of a citizen definitely changed my life. It’s made me feel more involved with what happens in the country. Q: Is your daily life different because of citizenship? A: I believe so because I don’t think I would have a great job if I wasn't a citizen. Q: Do you feel the process was worthwhile? A: Definitely, I’m so happy I stuck through the process. Q: If you had to, would you do it again? Please explain. A: Without a doubt. All the rights I got from being a citizen is definitely worth the...
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...CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION WHO IS A CITIZEN? A citizen is a person who legally belongs to a country and has the rights and protection of that country. That includes the right to vote, work and live in the country and the right to return to the country, besides other rights. A citizen may also be subject to certain duties, such as a duty to uphold law and to serve in the military. A person may have multiple citizenships and a person who does not have citizenship of any state is said to be stateless. He is endowed with legal rights by, and duties to, the country of which one is a citizen. Citizens are the people who owe allegiance to a government and are entitled to be protected by this government. They are the nationals of a city, state and country. They can be inhabitants or in diaspora. Citizens are entitled to be protected, by the government in which they owe allegiance, in terms of security, safety and against molestation by any individual, group, organisation or country. Nationality is often used as a synonym for citizenship in English – notably in international law – although the term is sometimes understood as denoting a person's membership of a nation. In some countries, e.g. the United States, Israel, Philippines and the United Kingdom, "nationality" and "citizenship" have different meanings. Thus, a Nigeria citizen is someone who is allowed to vote in Nigeria state and federal elections, to serve in the Nigeria armed forces, to pass that citizenship on to their spouse and/or...
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...My bio My name is John Raju Tuah; I am from Liberia, West Africa. I am married to my wonderful wife Mrs. Naomi Browne Tuah, a native of Liberia and a naturalized US citizen. I have 6 children and 1 grand baby. I was born and grew up in central Liberia, in a place called Suacoco town which is a small rural town. I moved over to the US in June of 2013 and currently lived in Glendale, Arizona. I graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in 2009 from the University of Liberia in Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa. I worked for the government of Liberia, the General Services Agency as Management Information System Consultant/Director for 5 years and later moved on to the USAID GEMS project for Liberia as an Assets Management Specialist for 18 months before resigning to travel to the US. I am also a Microsoft Certified IT Professional and an ITIL.v3 certified. I have passion for education and so I decided and chose to further my education at the graduate level at GCU. I am enrolled into the Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics program in the College of Nursing. I am currently working for Tungland Corporation in Phoenix, Arizona as a Direct Care Worker working and caring for people with developmental disabilities. My interests and hobbies are reading, computing, traveling and making new friends. My motivation for pursuing a graduate degree is to gain new skills and knowledge and improve my ability and better position me for more opportunities for advancement...
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...01.02 What Is Citizenship?: Assessment Student Name: Michelle Noel Interviewee Name: Ketia Pierre How do you know the interviewee? My mother friend Question | Notes on Interviewee Response | What inspired you to become a U.S. citizen? | Being in Haiti for so many years, was hard especially seeing how difficult it is to prosper with some of the violence was getting out of hand. I would hear people who already had their citizenship that came visit their family talking about the “American Dream” and decided that I wanted that. | What steps did you have to take as part of the naturalization process? | First I had to become a permanent resident. By the time I was able to go through it and answered all the questions I was asked, to filled out everything i needed. I had to wait for time to pass by so I can apply for my citizenship which later i did by having an interview, taking a citizenship test and pledging my loyalty to the United States . | How would you describe how you felt about the process? | Well the process was awfully long but I knew it would be worth it when I get to pledge my loyalty to the United States. | How has citizenship changed your life? | It did change my life, in the way that I have a great job and home and still be able to have free time with my family. | Is your daily life different because of citizenship? | Yeah my daily life is different but in a good way. I feel safe knowing that my kids can also...
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...What is citizenship assessment? I decided to create a fictional interview. My interviewee is Andrea Gaviria. She is originally from Brazil and has been a United States citizen for 3 years. 1. What inspired you to become a U.S citizen? Back in Brazil life was really hard and dangerous. I had a very low paying job and I had to support my baby and my mom since she had recently been fired and her retirement didn’t give her the adequate amount of money to survive with. I wanted a better life not only for myself but also for my family. My best friend had recently moved to the U.S and she was doing great so I decided to follow in her foot steps and become a U.S citizen. 2. What steps did you have to take as part of the naturalization process? I decided to take the test at the G.H. Fallon Federal Building. I had to study a lot of USA history, which was very confusing, as well as English since it was going to become a part of my life. The test consisted of ten questions but you only need to get six of them right. When you get six of the questions right you pass and continue with the process. The second test was an English skills test. At first my mind went blank but then I relaxed and passed the test with flying colors. 3. How would you describe how you felt about the process? I was very nervous. I thought I was going to fail and get rejected but I was wrong. All the hard work and dedication paid off. The process was also stressful since the future of my family depended...
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...W.W. Norton & Company. Chapters used in essay: Chapter 9 : Sound- There’s always two parts to a movie: vision and hearing. The sound operates on both physical and psychological levels. For most films sound provides cues that help us form expectations about meaning. In some cases, sound actually shapes our analyses and interpretations. Sound calls attention not only to itself but also to silence, to the various roles that each plays in our world and in the world of a film. Bordwell, D. & Thompson, K. (1993) Film Art: an introduction, McGraw-Hill Inc. USA Herrmann, Bernard. Score for a film in Gottesman, R.(ed) Focus on Citizen Kane, Prentice-Hall Inc, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey Used in finding definitions of sound. Citizen Kane. Dir. Orson Welles. Perf. Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten. Warner Bros., 1941. DVD. Ebert, Roger. “Citizen Kane”. 24 May, 1998. Web. Date of access 25 May 2012. Ebert’s article focuses on what defined the landmark 1941 film as the innovational piece of artwork it was and continues to be. Ebert himself describes Welles as a prodigy of his profession and follows the fictional Kane through channeling the real-life Hearst here and there during certain parts of the film. A psychological turn takes place at the end of the article as Ebert weaves the publicly scrutinized tycoon into a secluded and deluded old man towards the end of his life and how an unfulfilled childhood turned him into the powerhungry figure he was. Christley, Jaime. “Orson...
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...The term ‘mise-en-scene’ is used to “signify the director’s control over what appears in the film frame” (1) and covers such elements as setting, lighting, costume and the movement and actions of figures appearing within the film. The iconic Citizen Kane (Welles, 1941), a biopic that traces the life of fictional newspaper magnate Charles Kane, uses the elements of mise-en-scene to reinforce ‘loss’ as a recurring theme throughout the film. As a faceless reporter goes about collecting personal recounts of Kane, the stories told suggest that throughout the majority of his life, Kane was “moving inevitably toward [an inner state of] bitterness, disappointment and loss” (2). The first flashback scene shown (set at Kane’s childhood home) begins Kane on this aforementioned negative emotional journey. Kane is shown in the background of the scene, while in the foreground, his parents and Mr. Thatcher discuss his future. Kane appears visually trapped within the frames of a window, echoing the way in which he is being ‘trapped’ into Mr. Thatcher’s guardianship. During this scene, a close up of Kane’s indignant expression fades out slowly to reveal the sleigh he happily played with moments before. Having unwillingly left his simplistic home for the riches and supposedly assured success Thatcher can offer him, the sleigh is all that remains, shown abandoned in the foreground, covered in snow. Snow in itself bears “connotations both of burying [the past] and freezing [this idealised memory...
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...Carel Bou Maroun Friday, September 25, 2015 Reading Response #1 The Unknown Citizen – W.H. Auden (Pages 106-107) The satiric poem “The Unknown Citizen” caught my attention because W.H. Auden denounces our modern society. First of all, the title of the poem reminds us of Unknown Soldiers’ monuments that exist in many countries. Soldiers are usually remembered for their brave actions but their names are often forgotten and fade away. So, Auden ironically suggests that the “unknown” citizen also deserves a monument because he conforms to government’s rules, and only his actions will persist in archives “This Marble Monument Is Erected by the State”. Auden is satiric against modern governments who only want citizens to obey their norms. Secondly, the unknown citizen is only given a number “To JS/07M378”. The institutions see citizens as numbers in modern society; no citizen has a name in the eye of governments. Moreover, the unknown citizen has no longer his own personality. He lost it by being a slave to the government’s criteria. He sacrifices his own personality by conforming to the government and its norms “For in everything he did he served the Greater Community.” Thirdly, by saying “When there was peace, he was for peace: when there was war, he went”, Auden suggests that the unknown citizen has no opinion. His ideas are those that conform to accepted ideas. He doesn’t stand for himself and doesn’t say what he thinks. He goes along with the flow and isn’t different...
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...Citizen Kane Citizen Kane, a movie that was nominated for nine academy awards and won the Academy award for best writing is considered to be one of the greatest movies ever made. In order to understand why Citizen Kane has been so beloved in the world of film because of how realistic it felt although being a work of fiction or as the French call it a film à clef (French for Film with a Key) one must pick apart the all the parts that make a movie successful from its actors, lighting, plot, etc. The movie Citizen Kane brings in the audience into the life of Charles Foster Kane who is the main focus of the story and gives information on his life via a parody of the old “March of the Times” newsreels that were commonly used in the 1930’s along with “public” version of Mr. Kane’s very complex private life such as his rise to power, politics and social life which focuses itself on being a exposition as it introduces the audience to Mr. Kane and the important events in his life although using a hint of “Pro Kane” editorials with a very pompous and upbeat narrator with the finishing touch being Thatcher’s testimony before the US Senate that has Thatcher denouncing Kane. At the end of this newsreel the audience is handed a mystery that is on the forefront of their minds which was Charles Kane’s last word before his death “Rosebud” which piques the interest of the audience and makes them curious as to what happens with the absence of a giant such as Mr. Kane and what was the one...
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...Samuel, Kira ,Chynae Title of Documentary Report: ShotNo. | Visual(Mention who, where and what is happening) | Dialogue or Voice Over | Sound Effects or Music | Written Text | Shot Type | Shot Length | 1 | News introduction | “Tonight on _____ we will be looking at the new media, Citizen jounralism and how it’s effecting the world of media today” | News theme song | Channel titleCitizen journalism | | | 2 | Samuel walks through the library in between the bookshelfs | “good evening welcome to ____ I am Timothy Buttons and tonight we will be viewing citizen journalism and how it is affecting the world of media today.” | | | | | 3 | samuel walks through the library between the bookshelfs eventually making his way to his seat which is infront of a green screen. | “citizen journalism is a new media which allows every day people to join in on the media industry and take control by recording and documenting information themselves and sharing it with the rest of the world via social media. Or local news stations” | | | | | 4 | Footage of Haiti earthquake and the 9/11 diaster. | “ World news such as the Haiti Earthquake and the 9/11disaster were first reported by citizen journalist who witnessed the chaos first hand.” | | | | | 5 | Image of a haiti article | “ images and information used in this article were captured and recorded by ciitzen journalist…..” | | | | | 6 | Samuel sits on chair | “oh yeon-ho, is the creator and founder of, ‘OhMyNews.’...
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