The Supreme Law
What is an amendment?
a formal change, addition, or correction made to a legal document, contract, statute, or constitution.
Name one branch of the government.
Legislative Branch, Executive Branch, Judicial Branch
What is the “rule of law”?
A political and legal principle stating that no individual, group, or government official is above the law.
How many US Senators are there?
There are 100 US Senators in total
Who is one of your state’s US Senators now?
Catherine Cortez Masto
When was the Constitution written?
Between May 25 and September 17, 1787
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government?
To make treaties with foreign nations and Native American tribes
To regulate interstate and foreign commerce
To levy taxes and borrow money
To establish post offices
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
Serving on a jury
In what month do we vote for president?
November
What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now? (Full Name)
James David Vance
What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
55 state delegates replaced the failing Articles of Confederation with a brand-new United States Constitution.
Who signs the bills to become laws?
President of the United States
What is one promise you make when you become a United States Citizen?
Support and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States.
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9 justices
Who did the United States fight in World War II? (Name all of them)
Japan, Germany, and Italy.
The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the US Constitution. Name one of the writers.
Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay.
Who does a US Senator represent?
All the residents and citizens of their entire state.
What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
Voting, engaging with elected officials, joining political or civic groups, and participating in public advocacy.
When is the last day you can send in federal tax forms?
April 15
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States?
Missouri River and Mississippi River
What is the name of the national anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner
What are two cabinet-level positions?
Secretary of State and the Secretary of Labor.
What is the economic system in the United States?
Mixed market economy
How many original states were there and Name three.
13 Original States: New York, Massachusetts, Virginia, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
Name two war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
Spanish-American War, First Barbary War, Second Barbary War, War of 1812, Mexican-American War, American Civil War.