Speaker A
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Speaker B
Good morning! I'm here for my citizenship interview.
Speaker A
What time is your appointment?
Speaker B
10:45.
Speaker A
Please wait for another 15 minutes.
Speaker A
We are only allowing applicants to come into the facility 15 minutes before your appointment.
Speaker B
Okay, thank you. I will wait outside then.
Speaker B
Hi again. I'm back.
Speaker A
Can I see your appointment letter and your ID please?
Speaker B
Sure, here you go.
Speaker A
Please put all of your belongings into the bin, then walk through the metal detector.
Speaker A
Please take all of your belongings.
Speaker B
Thank you!
Speaker A
Here are your appointment letter and your ID.
Speaker B
Thank you!
Speaker B
Hi, I'm here for my citizenship interview.
Speaker A
Great, can I have your appointment letter and your green card please?
Speaker B
Sure, here you go.
Speaker A
Can you please put your left index finger on the scanner for me?
Speaker B
Sure!
Speaker A
Thank you!
Speaker A
Now, please look at the camera, I need to take a picture of you.
Speaker A
Great, Thank you!
Speaker B
Thank you!
Speaker A
Here's your letter and your green card and your number.
Speaker A
Please have a seat.
Speaker A
We will call you when your appointment is ready.
Speaker A
A14 Kai Wang?
Speaker B
That's me.
Speaker A
Good morning, I'm officer Tina, and I will conduct your interview today.
Speaker A
How are you doing?
Speaker B
Good morning officer!
Speaker B
I'm doing great, thank you for asking, and you?
Speaker A
I'm great too, please follow me.
Speaker B
Of course!
Speaker A
Why are you here?
Speaker B
I want to become an American citizen.
Speaker A
Why do you want to become an American citizen?
Speaker B
I like America. Because it is a free country.
Speaker A
How did you get here today?
Speaker B
I drove myself.
Speaker A
Please come in and remain standing.
Speaker A
Before we start our interview, I need you to take the oath, please raise your right hand.
Speaker A
Do you swear to tell the truth and nothing but the truth so help you God?
Speaker B
Yes, I do.
Speaker A
Great, Please take a seat.
Speaker B
Thank you!
Speaker A
Let's go over some logistics before we start the interview.
Speaker A
Do you speak English?
Speaker B
Yes, I do.
Speaker A
Do you understand English?
Speaker B
Yes, I do.
Speaker A
Can you read and write English?
Speaker B
Yes. I can.
Speaker A
Can you sign your name in English?
Speaker B
Yes. I can.
Speaker A
OK, if I ask to see any documents, please put it againts the plexiglass window to show me. there's a tablet in front of you, from time to time, I will ask you to verify or sign a few documents.
Speaker B
Okay.
Speaker A
Do you have any other questions before we start?
Speaker B
No, I don't have any questions.
Speaker A
Can you show me your passport, your green card and your state issued ID?
Speaker B
Sure officer, here they are.
Speaker A
Thank you!
Speaker A
Let us do the civics test, are you ready?
Speaker B
Yes, I am ready, but I'm a little nervous.
Speaker A
The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
Speaker B
four hundred thirty - five ( 435 )
Speaker A
Who makes federal laws?
Speaker B
Congress
Speaker A
Why did the colonists fight the British?
Speaker B
Because they didn't have self-government.
Speaker A
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
Speaker B
July 4, 1776
Speaker A
What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
Speaker B
Pacific ( Ocean )
Speaker A
What is the name of the national anthem?
Speaker B
The Star-Spangled Banner.
Speaker A
Perfect! you passed the civics test.
Speaker B
Thank you officer.
Speaker A
Let's move on to the english reading and writing test then.
Speaker A
OK, read the sentenceon the tablet in front of you.
Speaker B
Who discovered America?
Speaker A
Good! Now, write the sentence I read to you on the tablet.
Speaker A
Columbus discovered America.
Speaker B
Columbus discovered America.
Speaker A
Excellent, you passed the english reading and writing test.
Speaker B
Thank you officer!
Speaker A
Now let's go over your application.
Speaker A
Please let me know if any of your answers have changed since submitting the application.
Speaker B
Okay.
Speaker A
How long have youbeen a lawful permanent resident?
Speaker B
I have been a lawful permanent resident for about 5 years.
Speaker A
When did you become a permanent resident?
Speaker B
Since April 4, 2016
Speaker A
How did you get your Green Card?
Speaker B
I applied for asylum. My asylum was granted.
Speaker A
Okay, what is your full name please?
Speaker B
Kai Wang
Speaker A
Have you used any other name?
Speaker B
No.
Speaker A
Do you want to legally change your name?
Speaker B
No. Thank you!
Speaker A
What is your date of birth?
Speaker B
November 2nd 1970
Speaker A
And where were you born?
Speaker B
China.
Speaker A
What's your current address?
Speaker B
108 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Speaker A
How long have you been living at this address?
Speaker B
Almost 4 years.
Speaker A
Have your address changed since you submitted your application?
Speaker B
No.
Speaker A
What is your phone number?
Speaker B
626-759-8778
Speaker A
What is your height?
Speaker B
5 feet 7 inches
Speaker A
What is your weight?
Speaker B
135 pounds
Speaker A
Are either of your parents us citizens?
Speaker B
No, they are not.
Speaker A
Are you currently employed?
Speaker B
Yes, I am.
Speaker A
What is your work?
Speaker B
I'm a casino dealer.
Speaker A
How long have you been working in there?
Speaker B
About 3 years.
Speaker A
Have you spent any time outside of the united states for the past 5 years?
Speaker B
Yes, I have.
Speaker A
How many trips have you taken for the past 5 years?
Speaker B
I have taken 2 trips.
Speaker A
Have you taken any trips since you applied for citizenship?
Speaker B
No, I haven't.
Speaker A
Okay, are you currently single, married, divorced, or widowed?
Speaker B
I'm married.
Speaker A
Have you ever claimed to be a U.S. citizen?
Speaker B
No, I have not.
Speaker A
Have you even been declared legally incompetent or been confined to a mental institution?
Speaker B
No, I have not.
Speaker A
Do you owe any overdue Federal, state or local taxes?
Speaker B
No, I have not.
Speaker A
Have You Ever been convicted of a crime or offense?
Speaker B
No, I have not.
Speaker A
Did you ever lever register for the selective services?
Speaker B
No.
Speaker A
Do you support the constitution and form of government of the united states?
Speaker B
Yes, I do.
Speaker A
Do you understand the full Oath of Allegiance to the United States?
Speaker B
Yes, I do.
Speaker A
Are you willing to take the full Oath of Allegiance to the United States?
Speaker B
Yes.
Speaker A
If the law requires it, are you willing to bear arms on behalf of the United States?
Speaker B
Yes.
Speaker A
If the law requires it, are you willing to perform noncombatant services in the U.S. armed forces?
Speaker B
Yes.
Speaker A
If the law requires it, are you willing to perform work of national importance under civilian direction?
Speaker B
Yes.
Speaker A
Great! there will be some papers coming out if the printer.
Speaker A
Please make sure to review all of the answers and confirm they are accurate, then sign and date the last page.
Speaker B
Ok, everything looks good and I signed and dated it.
Speaker A
Well, congratulations.
Speaker A
You passed the interview and I will recommend your application for approval.
Speaker B
Thand you so much!
Speaker A
You're welcome. Good luck!
Speaker B
I have question. Do you know when I will be able to take the oath ceremony?
Speaker A
Unfortunately our facility does not offer same day oath ceremonies.
Speaker A
If your application gets approved, you will be scheduled for the oath ceremon with in a week or two,
Speaker A
You just have to wait for the letter.
Speaker B
Okay, great! thank you!
Speaker A
When you are ready you can leave the room and go back out .
Speaker B
Thank you officer! Have a great day!
Speaker B
And thank you again officer.
Speaker A
You are very welcome. Good luck!
