Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Naturalization Laws in the United

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes naturalization laws in the United States prior to 1870?

• A) All free people could become naturalized citizens after living in the country for at least five years.
• B) All free people could become naturalized citizens after living in the country for at least ten years.
• C) Only free whites could become naturalized citizens.
• D) Only freed black slaves could become naturalized citizens.
• E) Only Native Americans could become naturalized citizens.

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