Question 1

Diversity immigration
A)Permits all illegal aliens to gain LPR status
B)Randomly grants LPR status to applicants from historically underrepresented (in terms of U.S.immigration) countries
C)Grants immigration status based on race
D)Grants immigration status based on gender

Accepted Answer

Diversity immigration, also known as the Diversity Visa program or green card lottery, randomly grants LPR (lawful permanent resident) status to applicants from countries that have low rates of immigration to the United States. This program aims to promote diversity and increase the representation of underrepresented countries in the U.S. immigration system. It does not grant immigration status based on race, gender or allow all illegal aliens to gain LPR status. Diversity immigration, also known as the Diversity Visa Lottery, randomly grants LPR status to applicants from countries that have had historically low levels of immigration to the United States. This is done to promote diversity and ensure that immigration to the United States is not limited to a few select countries. It is not based on race, gender, or granting status to illegal aliens.

Question 2

Amnesty
A)Permits aliens who resided in the United States continuously since before 1990 to obtain LPRstatus
B)Permits aliens who resided in the United States continuously since before 1982 to obtain LPRstatus
C)Permitted aliens who resided in the United States continuously for 20 years to obtain LPR status,but is no longer a valid law
D)Permitted aliens who resided in the United States continuously since before 1982 to obtain LPRstatus, but is no longer a valid law

Accepted Answer

Amnesty laws were enacted in 1986 that allowed unauthorized immigrants who had lived in the US continuously since before 1982 to obtain legal permanent residency (LPR) status. This law is no longer valid as it was a one-time immigration reform. Hence, choice D is the correct option. Amnesty permitted aliens who resided in the United States continuously since before 1982 to obtain LPR status, but it is no longer a valid law. The other options either have incorrect dates or include details that are no longer valid.

Question 3

What are some of the criticisms that continue to be made regarding modern-day proposals for immigration amnesty?
A)That it would reward illegal aliens for breaking the law
B)That it is unfair to legal aliens who had to wait in line for a long time to gain LPR status
C)That it will saturate the U.S.employment market, creating higher unemployment among U.S.workers
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above criticisms are commonly made regarding modern-day proposals for immigration amnesty. Some argue that it would reward those who broke the law by entering the country illegally, while others argue that it would be unfair to those who followed the legal process to become permanent residents. Additionally, there are concerns that an influx of new workers could lead to higher unemployment rates for American citizens. All of the criticisms listed in options A, B, and C are commonly made regarding proposals for immigration amnesty. Some argue that amnesty rewards individuals who broke the law by entering the country illegally, while others argue that it is unfair to those who have gone through the legal process of obtaining LPR status. Additionally, some fear that an influx of newly legalized workers will lead to increased competition for jobs and higher unemployment rates among American citizens.

Question 4

Adjustment of status permits certain aliens to adjust their status from
A)Nonimmigrant to immigrant
B)Immigrant to nomimmigrant
C)Nonimmigrant to citizen
D)Immigrant to citizen

Accepted Answer

Adjustment of status allows nonimmigrants to apply for permanent residency (immigrant status) without leaving the United States. It does not provide a path to citizenship, but once someone has permanent residency, they can apply for citizenship after meeting certain requirements. Adjustment of status allows certain aliens who are already in the United States to apply for lawful permanent resident status (green card) without having to return to their home country for visa processing. It is only possible to adjust from nonimmigrant (temporary visa) status to immigrant (permanent resident) status, not the other way around. It is also not possible to directly adjust from immigrant status to U.S. citizenship; one must first become a permanent resident and then apply for naturalization.

Question 5

Which of the following is an advantage of adjustment of status?
A)It is expensive.
B)It takes a long time to adjust.
C)It does not require having to leave the United States.
D)It grants automatic U.S.citizenship to aliens.

Accepted Answer

Adjustment of status allows an individual to remain in the United States while their application for permanent resident status is being processed, which means they do not need to leave the country. This is a significant advantage compared to other immigration processes, such as consular processing, which typically requires leaving the United States and applying for a visa at a U.S. consulate in another country. Adjustment of status allows a person to change their immigration status while remaining in the United States, which means they do not have to leave the country and can continue to live and work here while their application is being processed. This is a major advantage over other immigration processes that require leaving the country and potentially being barred from reentry for a certain period of time. Options A, B, and D are not advantages of adjustment of status.

Question 6

Which of the following is a disadvantage of adjustment of status?
A)It does not require having to leave the United States.
B)It is available to a large number of legal aliens.
C)It grants automatic U.S.citizenship to aliens.
D)It is very time-consuming.

Accepted Answer

Adjustment of status can be a very time-consuming process, often taking several months or even years to complete, which is considered a significant disadvantage for those seeking to change their immigration status while remaining in the United States.

Question 7

Registry applicants must demonstrate that they
A)Are high school graduates
B)Are college graduates
C)Are of good moral character
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Applicants must demonstrate good moral character, which is a common requirement for registry applications.

Question 8

Registry grants LPR status to eligible aliens who have resided in the United States continuously since
A)1972
B)Before 1972
C)1982
D)Before 1982

Accepted Answer

The Registry provision applies to eligible aliens who have resided in the United States continuously since before January 1, 1972. Therefore, option B is the correct answer as it is the only choice that mentions "before 1972". Registry grants LPR status to eligible aliens who have resided in the United States continuously since before January 1, 1972.

Question 9

Is adjustment of status the only way by which aliens may gain LPR status?
A)Yes.
B)No, they may gain LPR status by doing nothing for a period of five years, at which point LPRstatus will be granted to them automatically.
C)No, they may obtain an immigrant visa from the United Nations building in New York City.
D)No, they may leave the United States and obtain an immigrant visa from a U.S.Consulate in aforeign country.

Accepted Answer

Adjustment of status is not the only way, as aliens may also obtain LPR status by leaving the United States and obtaining an immigrant visa from a U.S. Consulate in a foreign country. Additionally, option B is inaccurate as there is no provision for automatic grant of LPR status after five years of doing nothing. Option C is also incorrect as the United Nations building in New York City has no authority to issue U.S. immigrant visas. Adjustment of status is not the only way to gain LPR status. Aliens may also leave the United States and obtain an immigrant visa from a U.S. Consulate in a foreign country.

Question 10

Diversity immigration is informally known as
A)The immigration gamble
B)The immigration sweepstakes
C)The immigration lottery
D)Immigration bonus points

Accepted Answer

Diversity immigration is informally known as the immigration lottery. This is because it is a lottery system that randomly selects individuals from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States, and grants them the opportunity to apply for permanent residency. Diversity immigration is commonly known as the immigration lottery because it involves randomly selecting individuals from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States.

Question 11

Which types of aliens are not eligible to adjust their status?
A)Legal aliens who entered the United States with inspection
B)Legal aliens who entered the United States without inspection
C)Illegal aliens who entered the United States with inspection
D)Illegal aliens who entered the United States without inspection

Accepted Answer

only illegal aliens who entered the United States without inspection are not eligible to adjust their status. Illegal aliens who entered the United States without inspection are not eligible to adjust their status.

Question 12

Amnesty is known informally as the
A)Roosevelt law
B)Nixon law
C)Reagan law
D)Kennedy law

Accepted Answer

Amnesty is often informally referred to as the "Reagan law" due to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, signed into law by President Ronald Reagan. This act allowed certain groups of illegal immigrants to apply for legal status.

Quiz 5: Other Types of Immigrant Status

Diversity immigration

Amnesty

What are some of the criticisms that continue to be made regarding modern-day proposals for immigration amnesty?

Adjustment of status permits certain aliens to adjust their status from

Which of the following is an advantage of adjustment of status?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of adjustment of status?

Registry applicants must demonstrate that they

Registry grants LPR status to eligible aliens who have resided in the United States continuously since

Is adjustment of status the only way by which aliens may gain LPR status?

Diversity immigration is informally known as

Which types of aliens are not eligible to adjust their status?

Amnesty is known informally as the