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English for US citizenship
US Citizenship English Test Practice (Reading & Writing PDF)
Free practice for the English part of the US naturalization interview: short reading and writing exercises with simple civic vocabulary, answer keys and explanations. Print the PDF or practise online.
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The English part of the interview
During the naturalization interview, an officer checks your English. Our practice tests and worksheets train the skills behind it with original sentences, from the official reading and writing words (A1) to understanding the officer (B1).
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Reading
You read a short sentence aloud. Practise recognising civic words and simple sentences quickly.
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Writing
You write a sentence the officer reads to you. Practise spelling, capital letters and word order.
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Speaking
The officer talks with you about your application. Clear, simple answers matter more than perfect grammar.
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Civic vocabulary
Words such as citizen, vote, Congress, President, freedom, flag and Independence Day appear often.
Practice tests by level
A2 What to practise
The English test is short. These are the skills our materials focus on:
| Skill | Level | Our material |
|---|---|---|
| Official reading and writing words | A1 | Practice tests and worksheet |
| Reading civic sentences and civic vocabulary | A2 | Practice tests |
| Writing correct sentences | A1–A2 | Worksheets with online check |
| Understanding the officer’s questions | B1 | Interview English tests and worksheet |
How to prepare
- Learn the civic words on the official USCIS study lists and practise them in short sentences.
- Write sentences from dictation every day – ask a friend to read them to you.
- Check capital letters for names, states, holidays and the first word of each sentence.
- Read short civic sentences aloud and slowly; clear pronunciation is more important than speed.
- Learn polite phrases for the interview, such as “Could you repeat that, please?” and “Could you say that more slowly?”.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the official USCIS test?
No. These are original practice materials written by PDFTests. For the official study materials and the current test, see the USCIS links below.
Does this cover the civics questions?
No – we focus on the English reading and writing skills. Study the civics questions with the official USCIS materials, because they can change.
Is it free?
Yes, everything is free with no sign-up, and every PDF includes the answer key.
Which level should I start with?
Start with A1 if you are still learning the basic words, A2 for reading and writing civic sentences, and B1 to practise understanding the interview questions. Below A1, begin with our A1 English tests and grammar guides.
Official information
- USCIS – Study for the test
- USCIS – The naturalization interview and test
- USCIS – Reading and writing vocabulary lists (text format)
Independent practice material – PDFTests is not affiliated with the organisations that run these tests.