Citizenship test changes are coming, raising concerns for those with low English skills
Critics of immigration and supporters of refugees both say they are unhappy with changes.
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Critics of immigration and supporters of refugees both say they are unhappy with changes.
The U.S. citizenship test is being updated, and some immigrants and advocates worry the changes will hurt test-takers with lower levels of English proficiency.
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.
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.