128 Civics (Pt3)

Principles of American Government

100

What is the supreme law of the land?

• (U.S.) Constitution

200

What does the Bill of Rights protect?

• (The basic) rights of Americans
• (The basic) rights of people living in the United States

300

What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

• Declaration of Independence

400

What is the economic system of the United States?

• Capitalism
• Free market economy

500

What is the rule of law?

• Everyone must follow the law.
• Leaders must obey the law.
• Government must obey the law.
• No one is above the law.

System of Government

100

How long is a term for a U.S. senator?

• Six (6) years

200

What is the name of the President of the United States now?

Donald J. Trump

Donald Trump

Trump

300

Who is Commander in Chief of the U.S. military?

The President (of the United States)

400

Why do U.S. representatives serve shorter terms than U.S. senators?

To more closely follow public opinion

500

The President of the United States can serve only two terms. Why?

• (Because of) the 22nd Amendment
• To keep the president from becoming too powerful