Question

1 - Which of the following statements about American citizenship are true? Select all that apply.

A) To become a naturalized citizen, a court order must be issued.

B) Natural-born citizenship can be determined by location of relationship.

C) Collective citizenship occurs when the U.S. acquires a territory.

D) States can set their own requirements for citizenship.

Answer 1

The answer is D. States can set their own requirements for citizenship.
Before the adoption of the 14th amendment of the constitution, each state actually did able to set their own standard regarding the citizenship.
But after the amendment, all states must follow the rules regulated by the Federal Government regarding citizenships.

Answer 2

The correct options are B and C

B) Natural-born citizenship can be determined by location of relationship.

C) Collective citizenship occurs when the U.S. acquires a territory.

For example, a child born in the United States is considered a US citizen. Also, the population of any terrority that is acquired by the US become the citizens of the US. For example, the people of Alaska became US citizen when it was purchased, or the people of Puerto Rico, who cannot vote but are still considered citizens.