Reading & writing vocabulary

Reading vocabulary

During the reading portion of the English test, you must read one of up to three sentences correctly. Every sentence is built from this official USCIS word list. Practicing these words makes the sentences you may be asked to read predictable.

Reading practice sentences

Read each sentence aloud. Every word comes from the reading list.

• Who was the first President?
• What is the capital of the United States?
• Where is the White House?
• Why do we vote?
• When is Independence Day?
• Who lives in the White House?
• What is the largest state?
• Who elects Congress?
• When is Labor Day?
• What colors are on the flag?

Writing vocabulary

During the writing portion of the English test, you must write one of up to three sentences correctly. Every sentence is built from this official USCIS word list. Practicing these words prepares you to spell what the officer may dictate.

Writing practice sentences

Have someone read these aloud and practice writing them. Every word comes from the writing list.

• The President lives in the White House.
• Citizens can vote.
• Washington is the Father of Our Country.
• The flag is red, white, and blue.
• Independence Day is in July.
• Congress meets in Washington, D.C.
• We pay taxes.
• Alaska is the largest state.
• People have the right to freedom of speech.
• Adams was the second President.