Famous People
He is considered the Founding Father of the United States and the first president of the country
George Washington
This is something citizens do to choose leaders
Vote.
This kind of democracy is what we have in the United States
A representative democracy, a republic
How many Senators represent each state in the US Senate?
2
This person is in charge of the executive branch of our government
The President
He was president of the United States during the Civil War
Abraham Lincoln
This is someone who stands up to injustice and works for change in our society
Activist!
This ancient civilization inspired the founders of the United States
Classical Athens, Ancient Roman Republic
What can you do to get your Represenatives attention?
Write them a letter, call them, tag them in social media, protest, march, etc.
This is Highest Court in the United States
Supreme Court
This Founding Father wrote the Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson
How can you get involved to help your community?
Volunteer, run for office, community service, etc.
This kind of democracy was practiced in ancient Athens
Direct Demoracy
Representatives help make these, which are rules that everyone follows
Laws
These are the three branches of government
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
She was an abolitionist, "Conductor" on the Underground Railroad, and a Spy for the Union Army during the Civil War
Harriet Tubman
What is the legal age to vote in New York City?
18
These are the famous first three words of the Preamble to the US Constitution
We The People
These people are chosen by citizens to speak for them and help make decisions.
Representatives
This branch of government is repsonsible for creating laws
The Legislative Branch
This reverend was a leader of the Civil Rights Movement and gave a famous speech in Washington DC
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This school subject teaches us how our government works and how people can help their communities
Civics, social studies
This document was signed on July 4th 1776
The Declaration of Independence
Name ONE of the two US Senators who represent New York state in the The US Senate
Chuck Schumer or Kirsten Gillibrand
What can the President do to stop a bill from becoming a law?
Veto