Branches of Government
The president of the U.S. is part of this branch
Executive branch
This person can decide NOT to sign a bill into law, sending it back to the creators for another vote
The president
Which amendment of the constitution deals with freedom of speech and religion?
The first amendment
What was Shay's rebellion?
A protest of farmers against unfair taxes
The Virginia plan asked for what?
Representation of the states based on population (House of Representatives)
This branch decides if laws are fair to the citizens.
Judicial Branch
The person who was credited with writing the Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson
Which amendment of the constitution deals with freedom from search and seizure?
The fourth amendment
What was the shot heard round the world?
The beginning battle at Concord and Lexington where the British killed unarmed citizens
How many Senators does the U.S. have?
100
The House of Representatives is one part of this branch
Legislative Branch
Who had the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence, stating that he wanted King George to see his name?
John Hancock
Which amendment of the constitution deals with the right to a speedy trial?
The sixth amendment
What was the event called where cargo was thrown of a ship into the Boston Harbor as a protest against taxes on beverages
The Boston Tea Party
What was the New Jersey plan?
A plan that asked for representation in government based on equal numbers of representatives (Senators)
This branch of the government introduces bills and makes laws
Legislative Branch
Who became a president of the U.S. after first being asked to be King?
George Washington
Which amendment of the constitution deals with the right to bear arms (guns)?
The 2nd amendment
What was the event called where a General took his troops across a almost frozen river to capture British troops on Christmas Day?
Washington Crossing the Delaware
What is it called when the president refuses to sign a bill into law?
A veto
The name given for the two houses in this branch of government responsible for working together to make laws
Congress
Who is the Commander in Chief of the U.S., in charge of all military units?
The president of the U.S.
Which amendment of the constitution deals with the right to due process (a trial)
the 5th amendment
Why did the first congress write the Articles of Confederation?
To form a strong central government to lead the states
There are 435 people in this group of congress
The House of Representatives