Principles of American Democracy
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Constitution.
What does the President's Cabinet do?
Advises the president.
Who vetoes bills?
The President.
Name one right only for U.S. Citizens.
- Vote in a federal election.
- Run for federal office.
Who is the Governor of Maine
Janet Millls
What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?
- Speech
- Religion
- Assembly
- Press
- Petition the government
We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?
Six.
Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?
Because of the state's population.
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
Eighteen and older.
How many toes does Janet Mills have?
8.
The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?
We the people
What does a U.S. Senator represent?
All people of the state.
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States right now?
John Roberts.
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
Between ages eighteen and twenty-six.
How many representatives does Maine have in the House of Representatives?
2.
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states?
- Provide schooling and education.
-Provide protection (police).
- Provide safety (fire department).
- Give a driver's license.
- Approve zoning and land use.
How many U.S. Senators are there?
One hundred.
What is one responsibility that is only for the United States citizens?
- Serve on a jury.
- Vote in a federal election.
Name two of the state powers.
- Establish local governments
- Issue licenses for marriage, driving and hunting
- Conduct state elections
- Ratify ammendments
- Set state laws for drinking and smoking age
What is freedom of Religion?
You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion.
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
Nancy Pelosi.
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
Nine.
What is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
Who are the Maine Senators?
Susan Collins and Angus King.