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EXERCISE/VOCABULARY PRACTICE TEST
Choose the most natural-sounding answer to complete each sentence.
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
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
Choose the most natural-sounding answer to complete each sentence.
1. To get ___________ advice = To get advice about the law, usually from a lawyer or someone else who knows about this
Correct answer: legal
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?
Correct answer: criteria
3. Can I get this visa if I only have a _____________ job?
Correct answer: part-time
4. What is the ______________ period for this type of visa? = How long will I have to wait for this type of visa?
Correct answer: waiting
5. You are ______________ for this. = You do not meet the requirements for this.
Correct answer: ineligible
6. Will I have the ________________ to vote in elections? = Will I be allowed to vote in elections?
Correct answer: right
7. You may _________________ ( = move) to another city if you like.
Correct answer: relocate
8. My brother has been living here _____________. ( = he did not have permission for this)
Correct answer: illegally
9. My life would be in _____________ if I returned to my country. = I might be killed if I returned to my country.
Correct answer: danger
10. I want to _____________ a better life for my family. = I want my family to have a better life.
Correct answer: provide
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.
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.
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