Section: American Government: Rights & Responsibilities
67. Name two promises that new citizens make in the Oath of Allegiance.
Official answer
- • Give up loyalty to other countries
- • Defend the (U.S.) Constitution
- • Obey the laws of the United States
- • Serve in the military (if needed)
- • Serve (help, do important work for) the nation (if needed)
- • Be loyal to the United States
Why
In the Oath, new citizens promise to give up foreign allegiance, defend the Constitution, and obey U.S. laws.
Answers verified against USCIS materials. Last checked 2026-07-17.
Official source: USCIS — 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025)