U.S. Citizenship Test Questions 2026 With Answers (PDF)
Study the official civics questions with their accepted answers. This free guide explains which test you take in 2026 (the 100-question or the 128-question version), lets you practice every question online at no cost, and offers a printable PDF study pack if you prefer to study on paper.
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Quick answer
There are two versions of the U.S. civics (citizenship) test. The 2008 test has 100 questions and the 2025 test has 128 questions. The version you take is decided by the date you filed your Form N-400 — not by the year of your interview. That is why you will see both “100 civics questions” and “128 civics questions” online. All of the questions and their accepted answers are below and in the free practice tools.
Which Citizenship Test Do I Take in 2026?
In 2026, different applicants take different versions of the civics test. Which one applies to you depends on when you filed your naturalization application (Form N-400):
Filed before Oct 20, 2025
2008 civics test
- 100 questions to study
- Up to 10 asked at the interview
- 6 correct answers to pass
Filed on/after Oct 20, 2025
2025 civics test
- 128 questions to study
- Up to 20 asked at the interview
- 12 correct answers to pass
128 Civics Questions and Answers
Here is a sample of the official civics questions with their accepted answers so you can see exactly what to expect. These come straight from the same question bank used in our free practice tools. A few questions (like naming your current governor or U.S. representative) have answers that change over time and by location — always verify those against official sources.
1What is the form of government of the United States?
Answer: Republic · Constitution-based federal republic · Representative democracy
3Name one thing the U.S. Constitution does.
Answer: Forms the government · Defines the powers of government · Protects the rights of the people
6What does the Bill of Rights protect?
Answer: The basic rights of people living in the United States
13What is the rule of law?
Answer: No one is above the law · Everyone must follow the law · Government must obey the law
17The President of the United States is in charge of which branch of government?
Answer: The executive branch
20Name one power of the U.S. Congress.
Answer: Writes laws · Declares war · Makes the federal budget
28Why does each state have two senators?
Answer: Equal representation for small states · The Great Compromise (Connecticut Compromise)
36The President of the United States is elected for how many years?
Answer: Four (4) years
44Who vetoes bills?
Answer: The President of the United States
50What is one part of the judicial branch?
Answer: The Supreme Court · Federal courts
94Abraham Lincoln is famous for many things. Name one.
Answer: Freed the slaves (Emancipation Proclamation) · Saved the Union · 16th President · Led the U.S. during the Civil War
100Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.
Answer: World War I · World War II · Korean War · Vietnam War · (Persian) Gulf War
This is just a sample. You can study all 128 questions and answers free in the practice tools, or get every question in a printable format with the study pack.
Practice the Citizenship Test Online for Free
Every civics question is free to practice on this site — no payment required to study. Use whichever mode fits how you learn best:
Want the Questions in a Printable Study Pack?
If you prefer to study on paper or away from a screen, the Full Pass gives you a printable 72-page study pack with all the civics questions and accepted answers, plus English and Spanish bonus guides. It is a one-time payment — no subscription.
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What’s Included With Full Pass?
72-Page Main Pack72-page main pack + English & Spanish 9-page bonus guides
3 printable digital downloads — read on any device or print at home.
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- 72-page Citizenship Practice Pack (printable PDF)
- All 128 civics questions with accepted answers
- English bonus study guide
- Spanish bonus study guide
- Unlimited interview simulations
- Unlimited Ask Maria AI study help
- Weak-area reports after every test
- Progress dashboard
- N-400 checklist PDF export
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How to Study for Your Citizenship Interview
- 1
Confirm which test you take
Check your N-400 filing date to know whether you study 100 or 128 questions. This decides your whole study plan.
- 2
Read through all the questions once
Go through the full list with answers so nothing is a surprise. Note the topics that feel unfamiliar.
- 3
Practice in short, regular sessions
Use the free flashcards and quizzes a little each day. Repetition beats cramming for this test.
- 4
Simulate the spoken interview
The real civics test is spoken aloud. Use the interview simulator so answering out loud feels natural.
- 5
Review your weak areas
Focus extra time on the categories you miss most. Weak-area reports in the Full Pass make this easy to track.
Free Online Practice vs. Full Pass
| Feature | Free Practice | Full Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Practice all civics questions online | ||
| Flashcards & quizzes | ||
| Interview simulator | First questions free | Unlimited |
| Ask Maria AI study help | Limited | Unlimited |
| Printable PDF study pack (72 pages) | ||
| English & Spanish bonus guides | ||
| Weak-area reports | ||
| Progress dashboard | ||
| N-400 checklist PDF export |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get the 2026 citizenship test questions and answers?
You can study every official civics question and its accepted answers for free using the online practice tools on this site, which cover all 128 questions of the current civics test. The complete question-and-answer set is also available as a printable PDF study pack. The official source of the questions is the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website at uscis.gov.
Is there a citizenship test questions PDF?
Yes. A printable PDF study pack with all civics questions and accepted answers is available with the Full Pass ($14.99, one-time payment, no subscription). It includes English and Spanish bonus guides so you can review and print at home. You can also practice every question online for free without buying anything.
What is the difference between 100 and 128 civics questions?
They are two versions of the civics test. The 2008 version has 100 questions, and the 2025 version has 128 questions. Which one you take depends on the date you filed your Form N-400 application, not on the year you interview. That is why you may see both numbers online.
Which citizenship test do I take in 2026?
It depends on when you filed Form N-400. If you filed before October 20, 2025, you generally take the 2008 civics test (100 questions). If you filed on or after October 20, 2025, you generally take the 2025 civics test (128 questions). Always confirm current requirements on the official USCIS website, because rules can change.
How many civics questions are asked at the interview?
On the 2008 test (100 questions), the officer asks up to 10 questions and you must answer 6 correctly to pass. On the 2025 test (128 questions), the officer asks up to 20 questions and you must answer 12 correctly to pass.
How many questions do I need to answer correctly to pass?
On the 2008 test you need 6 correct out of 10. On the 2025 test you need 12 correct out of 20. Applicants who qualify for the 65/20 special consideration study a smaller set of questions marked with an asterisk.
Can I practice the citizenship test for free?
Yes. Every civics question is free to practice on this site using flashcards, a quick practice quiz, a full quiz, and an interview simulator. You do not need to pay to study the questions.
Can I print the citizenship test questions?
Yes. The printable PDF study pack available with the Full Pass is formatted so you can print all the questions and accepted answers, plus the English and Spanish bonus study guides, and review them on paper.
Are the civics test questions multiple choice?
At the real naturalization interview, the civics test is spoken: a USCIS officer asks the questions out loud and you answer verbally. Our practice tools include multiple-choice flashcards and type-your-answer modes so you can prepare in different ways before the spoken test.
Where can I find the official USCIS questions?
The official civics questions and study materials are published by USCIS at uscis.gov under the citizenship study resources section. This site is an independent study aid that helps you practice those questions and is not affiliated with USCIS.
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US Civics Practice is independent and is not affiliated with USCIS or any government agency. This page is for educational study purposes only and is not legal advice. Test requirements can change — always confirm current rules and official questions on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at uscis.gov/citizenship.