Intentionally Blank We took the US Citizenship Test... — Intentionally Blank Ep. 238
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Dec 31, 2025 Join Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells as they hilariously tackle the U.S. Citizenship test! They dive into constitutional basics, discuss the Bill of Rights, and clarify the branches of government. Laugh along as they recall the number of amendments and the Declaration of Independence. They'll explore U.S. history, from the colonists to civil rights. Plus, discover how they fared on the test and learn about fun facts regarding U.S. geography and symbols. Tune in for a mix of history lessons and lighthearted banter!
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Constitution As Foundational Framework
- Brandon and Dan take the U.S. citizenship test live to see if they'd pass the civics portion.
- The Constitution sets up government structure and protects basic rights, which they correctly identify early on.
First Amendment Confusion On-Air
- They fumble First Amendment details, mixing up quartering with later amendments.
- Brandon recalls studying but still hesitates between freedom of religion, press, and assembly.
Facts vs. Numbers Trap
- Many common civics facts are known but specific counts trip them up, e.g., number of amendments and total senators.
- They correctly name 27 amendments and 100 senators but miss other numeric facts.
