Principles of American Democracy
What is an amendment?
A change or addition to the Constitution
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The President
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
18
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
Native Americans/American Indians
What is the longest river in the United States?
Mississippi
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
How many U.S. Senators are there?
100
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
At age 18
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
Which of the following are rights or freedoms from the First Amendment?
● Speech ● Religion ● Assembly ● Press ● Petition
Which of the following are branches of the government?
Legislative ● Executive ● Judicial
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
The Louisiana Territory
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
Because there were 13 original colonies
What is the “rule of law”?
The idea that everyone, including leaders, must obey the law
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
John Roberts
Name one right only for United States citizens.
Vote in a federal election
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
Freed the slaves in the Confederate states
What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
Atlantic Ocean
What are the rights declared in the Declaration of Independence?
Life ● Liberty ● Pursuit of happiness
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
Mike Johnson
What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
Vote • Help with a campaign • Contact Senators and Representatives • Run for office • Support or oppose an issue or policy • Join a civic group
There were 13 original states. Name three.
New Hampshire • Massachusetts • Rhode Island • Connecticut • New York • New Jersey • Pennsylvania • Delaware • Maryland • Virginia • North Carolina • South Carolina • Georgia
Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?
World War II