2008 test · Question 53 of 100
What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
Official USCIS answers
- give up loyalty to other countries
- defend the Constitution and laws of the United States
- obey the laws of the United States
- serve in the U.S. military (if needed)
- serve (do important work for) the nation (if needed)
- be loyal to the United States
Why this is the answer
When you take the Oath of Allegiance, you swear to be loyal to the United States and to give up loyalty to other countries. You also promise to follow U.S. laws, defend the Constitution, and serve the country if needed.
💡 Memory tip: Remember the Oath: give up old loyalty, be loyal to the U.S., obey laws, defend the Constitution, and serve if needed.
This is the 2008 test, for N-400s filed before October 20, 2025. Filed on or after that date? Use the 2025 test.
More from Rights and Responsibilities
- 48. There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
- 49. What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
- 50. Name one right only for United States citizens.
- 51. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
- 52. What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
- 54. How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
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Source: USCIS, Civics (History and Government) Questions for the Naturalization Test (rev. 01/19).