USCIS Civics Test Practice in English for Pennsylvania Residents
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Practice for the civics test if you live in Pennsylvania: questions with audio and explanations.
Try the free sampleFull access for US$14.99Pennsylvania became the 2 state in 1787. For your interview, what matters is knowing the national test and the few answers that are specific to Pennsylvania.
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Pennsylvania at a glance
| Capital | Harrisburg |
|---|---|
| Joined the Union | 1787 |
| State number | 2 |
| U.S. House seats | 17 |
| Electoral votes | 19 |
| U.S. senators | 2 |
The questions that depend on where you live
Every applicant takes the same national test. Only a few answers depend on your state or district: the governor, your U.S. senators, your U.S. representative and the capital. For Pennsylvania the capital is Harrisburg.
Officeholders change. Check the current names on the USCIS test updates page, on senate.gov and on usa.gov before your interview.
The 2025 civics test in brief
The oral test uses a list of 128 questions: the officer asks up to 20 and you must answer 12 correctly. It applies to Form N-400 filed on or after October 20, 2025. Applicants who are 65 or older with 20+ years as permanent residents may study only 20 marked questions.
Study in your language
The real test is oral and in English. English lets you read the explanations in the language you understand best while you learn the English answers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Pennsylvania?
The capital of Pennsylvania is Harrisburg.
How many questions are on the USCIS civics test?
The official list has 128 questions. The officer asks up to 20 and you need 12 correct answers to pass.
How many electoral votes does Pennsylvania have?
Pennsylvania has 19 electoral votes: 17 U.S. House seats plus 2 senators.
When did Pennsylvania become a state?
Pennsylvania joined the Union in 1787.
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