American Democracy
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Congress, legislative branch, President, executive, the courts, judicial.
What is one responsibility that is only for US citizens?
Vote in federal elections, serve on a jury.
During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the US?
Communism
What is the Capital of the US?
Washington D.C.
What does the Constitution do?
Sets up the government. Defines the government. Protects basic rights of Americans.
The President
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
18
What did Martin Luther King Jr. do?
fought for civil rights, worked for equality of all Americans.
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
New York Harbor, New York, Liberty Island, New Jersey, near NYC
What are two rights or freedoms from the First Amendment?
Speech, religion, press, assembly, petition the government.
Who is Speaker of the House now?
Mike Johnson
When must all men register for selective service?
18, between 18 and 26.
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.
World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War.
Why does the flag have 50 stars?
Because there is one star for every state.
What is the "rule of law"?
Everyone must follow the law. No one is above the law.
Tammy Baldwin, Ron Johnson
What are two ways that American can participate in their democracy?
Vote, join a political party, help with a campaign, join a civic group, join a community group, give an elected official your opinion on an issue, call a senator or representative, run for office
What was one important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?
Freed the slaves, saved the union, led the United States during the Civil War
Name two national U.S. holidays.
New Years Day, MLK day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
What is the economic system within the United States?
Capitalist economy, Market economy
Who is our representative for the House of Representatives?
Gwen Moore
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
Name one of the writers of the Federalist Papers.
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
To represent the 13 original colonies.