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What is the process for becoming a state in the United States?
What is the process for becoming a state in the United States?
- Holding a referendum on statehood, adopting a government, and gaining acknowledgment from Congress (correct)
- Running for state office, gaining popular support, and requesting Congress approval
- Establishing diplomatic ties, drafting a new constitution, and gaining support from foreign allies
- Adopting a constitution similar to the US, requesting a joint resolution, and holding a referendum
Which group of islands is not mentioned as a territory of the United States?
Which group of islands is not mentioned as a territory of the United States?
- Hawaii (correct)
- Puerto Rico
- Guam
- Northern Mariana Islands
What constitutional power does Congress have regarding statehood?
What constitutional power does Congress have regarding statehood?
- The power to hold referendums on statehood
- A consultative role in statehood matters
- The ability to veto statehood decisions
- The sole authority to grant statehood (correct)
Which step is typically taken after achieving territorial status?
Which step is typically taken after achieving territorial status?
How are territories of the United States represented in Congress?
How are territories of the United States represented in Congress?
Study Notes
- American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands are all territories of the United States.
- Territories have American citizens who can vote in presidential primaries, and they are represented by delegates in the House of Representatives.
- Congress has the power to admit new states to the Union, but the process for granting statehood is not explicitly outlined in the Constitution.
- Historically, territorial status is granted as a precursor to statehood.
- The process for becoming a state involves holding a referendum on statehood, adopting a government and constitution that conforms to the US, and gaining acknowledgment from Congress through a joint resolution.
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Explore the process of transitioning from a US territory to a state, including the role of Congress, the steps involved in achieving statehood, and the historical significance of territorial status. Learn about territories like American Samoa, Guam, and Puerto Rico and their path to potential statehood.
