Monticello Welcomes Newly Naturalized Americans

 WUVA: Monticello Welcomes Newly Naturalized Americans

At Monticello’s 60th Annual Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization ceremony, nearly 50 individuals can now call America their home. We spoke with a few people about their journey and what they aspired to achieve as new naturalized citizens. 

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Produced by Jason Banks, Sophia Celentano, Nicole Chang, Duncan McGrath

POP QUIZ

USCIS 100:8. What did the Declaration of Independence do?

USCIS 100:9. What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?

USCIS 100:28. What is the name of the President of the United States now?*

USCIS 100:29. What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?

USCIS 100:49. What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?*

USCIS 100:50. Name one right only for United States citizens.

USCIS 100:62. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

USCIS 100:63. When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

USCIS 100:99. When do we celebrate Independence Day?*

USCIS 100:100. Name two national U.S. holidays.