17. What does the naturalization examination consist of? 18. When an alien man becomes a citizen of the United States, what happens to his family?

19. What protection has an American citizen in foreign

countries?

20. Recite as many lines as you can of Dr. Frank Crane's "I am an American.'

21. Who cannot become citizens of the United States?

22. When may an alien alter his name?

23. What happens to the citizenship of a woman who marries an alien?

24. What are the requirements for voting in our state?

CHAPTER XII

RELIGION

Religious Liberty.-The Constitution, which is the highest law in the United States, says that everybody shall be free to have his or her own church and his or her own religion. Amendment I states: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof." The law does not try to tell anybody what church to attend or how to worship his God. All in this country are absolutely free to attend church or not as they prefer. Great numbers of people from other lands, like the Pilgrims of Plymouth, have come here to be free to worship as they please. We should, therefore, respect the religious views of others.

Church and State.-In many countries of Europe the Government helps some one church which is called the State Church. In the United States there can be no State Church. People are not taxed to support any church. The churches are supported by the gifts of the people who wish to help them. Everyone is free to give as much or as little as he wishes. The people believe it is a good thing to help the churches. For this reason church property is exempt from taxation.

Denominations.-There are all kinds of churches in this country. There is the Catholic Church, both Roman and Greek; the Protestant Church, with its many denominations; the Jewish synagogue; and churches of other religions that have been brought here from Europe and Asia. They all have the same liberty and the same rights

so long as they do not interfere with one another or attempt anything against the United States or the welfare of our people.

Church Work. The churches do a great deal to help people to live good lives. They teach people what is right and what is wrong. They conduct missions to aid those who are poor, sick, out of work, or in trouble. They help strangers and foreigners to keep out of bad company. They encourage people to be good and kind and true and to treat others as they would like to be treated themselves.

Sunday Schools.-The Sunday schools are cared for by the churches and help to do the church work. They teach both children and grown people what the churches think will help them to live religious lives and be good citizens. Americans believe it is a good thing to encourage all kinds of religious work that helps people to live together more peaceably, to treat one another more kindly, and to be more happy.

1. What does the Constitution say about religion?

2. Where is this statement found?

3. Why did the Pilgrims come to this country?

4. Did you have religious freedom in your native country? 5. What is a State Church?

6. Is there such a church in this country?

7. Who supports the churches in this country?

8. Is church property taxed?

9. Name some religious denominations in this country.

10. Describe the work of the churches in your neighborhood.

CHAPTER XIII

EMPLOYMENT

Pleasure comes through toil; when one gets to love his work, his life is a happy one.-RUSKIN.

Opportunities for Work.-In our country, because of its great size and varied industries, there is almost always work for everybody. There is very little room, however, for the lazy, shiftless fellow. Occasionally we may have “hard times" for a few weeks or months. Then some of the factories and workshops may close for a while, and in all kinds of business those who hire labor may not need so many workmen. The result is that some people will be out of work. But these hard times do not come often, nor do they last long. Most of the time those who learn how to do useful work will find work enough to do. If we keep ourselves strong and well; if we learn what kind of work is needed and how to do it; and if we are honest, faithful, and well behaved, we shall never be long without work.

Where to Find Work.-There are a number of ways to find employment. Look through the "Help Wanted" columns of the daily newspapers. There you will find very nicely arranged many calls for all sorts of help. Select a few advertisements in your line of work. Put the names and addresses of the firms on a piece of paper. Go to these places as quickly as possible. Ask to see the proprietor, superintendent, manager, or other person in charge of employment. If he needs help, he will ask you many questions about your experience, wages, and

references. Be sure to tell the truth, because it is right, and besides the employer may investigate your statements later.

Another way to obtain work is to visit the public employment bureaus maintained by many states and cities. These are much better than the private agencies. Your teacher will direct you to the nearest office. The

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public employment offices give their help free of charge to both workmen and employers. Aliens as well as citizens may receive these benefits.

If you go to a private employment agency, make sure that it is a reliable one. Do not sign any contracts or agreements unless you fully understand what they mean. Sometimes these contracts require you to pay a big part of your wages to the agency for its service in getting you a job.