In the past, there was a general expectation that immigrants to the United States — and particularly those who hoped to become American citizens — would go on a voluntary journey of civic discovery.

This went beyond studying just enough to pass the naturalization civics test by demonstrating a basic understanding of the English language, knowledge of American history, and principles of its government.

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