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1. What year is it and why is Lalami at a ceremony at the start of "Allegiance"?

"Allegiance" opens in the year 2000 when Lalami is at a ceremony to become a United States Citizen.

2. Why did Lalami originally move to the U.S. and how long did she plan to stay?

Lalami moved to the U.S. to pursue a post-graduate degree in linguistics. She planned to stay until she completed her degree and then move back to Morocco to become a linguistics professor.

3. What are some things Lalami had to do in order to become a U.S. citizen?

In order to become a U.S. citizen Lalami had to undergo a background check, submit tax returns, go on interviews, and take a citizenship exam.

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