The Intolerable Acts were passed in the year 1774. It was Britain’s version of punishment for the colonies in defiance from the Boston Tea Party. This act closed Boston’s port until the tea that was thrown into the ocean was paid.
The Federalists were the group that helped support passage of the new Constitution.
1. The English test is taken to assess the <em><u>writing, reading and speaking skills </u></em>of an applicant. Hence, the test is can be extensive, that can including writing essay, comprehension passages as well as a general interview.
There are a couple of exceptions. Applicants who are aged 50 and above, do not have to take the test, if they have lived in the United States for at least 20 years at the time of application.
However, they do have to give the Civics Test
2. The Civics test is conducted to ensure that the applicant understands the basics of the United States government, democracy and rights given to all people.
This can also include questions on the American Revolutionary War, three parts of the government and general history of the United States.
Unlike an English test, a Civics test is compulsory. However, the test is customized for each applicant depending on their age, background , education etc.
All 13 were needed to pass those.
