Full List of 128 Civics Questions — Explained Simply

All 128 official USCIS civics questions with plain-English explanations, organized by category. The most complete free study guide for your naturalization interview.

Frequently asked questions

How many civics questions are on the USCIS citizenship test?

There are 128 official civics questions in the USCIS bank. During your naturalization interview, the officer asks up to 20 of them. You pass by correctly answering 12.

Do I need to memorize all 128 questions word-for-word?

You need to know the answers, but you don't have to repeat them verbatim. Officers accept any of the USCIS-listed acceptable answers.

Is the civics test written or oral?

The USCIS civics test is entirely oral. The officer asks questions out loud and you answer out loud.

What is the easiest way to study all 128 questions?

Study by category, not by number. The 128 questions fall into three main groups: American Government, American History, and Integrated Civics.