US History
When was the Declaration of Independence signed
July 4, 1776
How many branches of government are there?
Three
Who was the first president
George Washington
What is the capital of Pennsylvania?
Harrisburg
Where does the president live?
The White House
What two wars were fought on US soil?
American Revolution and Civil War
What are the three branches of government?
Executive, Judicial, and Legislative
Who is on the $100 bill?
Ben Franklin
What is the capital of Oregon?
Salem
What is the location of the legislative branch?
The Capitol
Who ruled over the colonies before they declared independence?
Great Britain
What is the judicial branch in charge of?
Interpreting laws, deciding if they are constitutional, and applying the laws
Who said "Give me liberty or give me death" ?
Patrick Henry
What is the capital of New Jersey?
Trenton
What is the location of the judicial branch?
Supreme Court
What other country helped the colonies in the Revolutionary War?
France
What keeps the individual branches of government from overpowering each other?
Checks and Balances
What founding father is famously known for writing the federalist papers?
Alexander Hamilton
What is the capital of Delaware?
Dover
Where did George Washington live after his presidency?
Mount Vernon
What is the name of the King who ruled over the colonies?
King George III
What does the legislative branch do?
Makes laws, declares war, and regulates interstate commerce
Which founding father is known to be from Virginia and write several important documents for the United States?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington D.C.
Where did the famous "Tea Party" take place?
Boston