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LIFE-SKILLS ENGLISH FOR NEW IMMIGRANTS: TALKING TO IMMIGRATION 2



VOCABULARY BUILDER:

Deadline = The last day that you can do something (like extend a visa, etc.)

Paperwork = Forms, documents, etc. that have to be completed as part of an application

Naturalization = A process in which a foreigner receives citizenship of a country

Adjustment of status = A change in someone's immigration status

Pending = (Still) under review



EXERCISE/VOCABULARY PRACTICE TEST
Remember to choose the most natural-sounding answer.

1. To get ___________ advice = To get advice about the law, usually from a lawyer or someone else who knows about this
2. Do we meet the _____________ to obtain this type of visa? = Do we have the requirements that are necessary to get this type of visa?
3. Can I get this visa if I only have a _____________ job?
4. What is the ______________ period for this type of visa? = How long will I have to wait for this type of visa?
5. You are ______________ for this. = You do not meet the requirements for this.
6. Will I have the ________________ to vote in elections? = Will I be allowed to vote in elections?
7. You may _________________ ( = move) to another city if you like.
8. My brother has been living here _____________. ( = he did not have permission for this)
9. My life would be in _____________ if I returned to my country. = I might be killed if I returned to my country.
10. I want to _____________ a better life for my family. = I want my family to have a better life.
THINGS TO LISTEN FOR:

You missed the deadline. = You applied too late.

This is a good option for you. = This is something that would be good/beneficial for you.

A new card will be issued to you. = You will receive a new card.

Only immediate relatives can sponsor you. = Only close relatives can sponsor you.

The wait time is six months. = You'll have to wait for six months.





TRY ALL OF OUR PRACTICE TESTS FOR NEW IMMIGRANTS:

At the pharmacy
Talking to the doctor
At the vet
Health care/health insurance
Talking to the landlord
At the post office
Talking to the plumber
Getting a mobile phone (cellphone)
At the library
At the airport
Talking to the dentist
Talking to the police
Renting an apartment
Public transportation
Arranging utilities (electricity, etc.)
Getting a driver's license
Daycare 1
Daycare 2
Child care emergency
Buying a car
Talking about mental health/emotional problems
At the bank
Talking to immigration officers 1
Talking to immigration officers 2

ABOUT THIS SECTION: We have created this "life-skills" section for newcomers to an English-speaking country to be able to practice English related to things you might have to do every day. The new vocabulary you learn will help you integrate into society and make life in your new country easier. Most of these questions use our patented approach, which combines both grammar and vocabulary training, and spans a range of levels from low-intermediate to low-advanced.

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