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Under proposed changes, the test would have a new English-speaking section and a new written multiple-choice format in the civics section.

The US citizenship test is changing, with rollout expected late 2024. Under the proposed changes, the test would have a new English-speaking section.

US authorities announced last December the test would be updated after 15 years. Immigrants and advocates fear the new format will hurt low English speakers.

Some immigrants with lower levels of English proficiency are concerned about revisions to the U.S. citizenship test.

The proposed format could make the citizenship test harder for people who struggle with English literacy. That includes refugees, elderly immigrants and people with disabilities that interfere with their test performance.

Updates to the U.S. citizenship test are expected to make the test more difficult for certain groups. The new test has added a speaking section to assess English skills.

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The U.S. citizenship test is changing, with rollout expected late next year. Under the proposed changes, the test would have a new English-speaking section and a new written multiple-choice format

In December, U.S. authorities said the test was due for an update after 15 years. The new version is expected late next year.

ST. PAUL, Minnesota: The United States citizenship test is being updated, and some immigrants and advocates worry the changes would hurt test-takers with lower levels of English proficiency.