American Government
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Constitution
How many branches of government does the U.S. have?
Three
What is one responsibility that is only for U.S. citizens?
Serve on a jury or vote in a federal election
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
We the People
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, executive, and judicial
What is one promise you make when you become a U.S. citizen?
Give up loyalty to other countries / defend the Constitution / obey U.S. laws, etc.
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the national anthem of the United States?
The Star-Spangled Banner
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
The Bill of Rights
Who makes federal laws?
Congress
What is one way Americans can participate in their democracy?
Vote, contact elected officials, join a political party, or help with a campaign
In what year was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
1776
How many states are there in the United States?
50
What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?
Speech, religion, assembly, press, or petition the government
Who is the head of the executive branch?
The President
What is the minimum voting age for U.S. citizens?
18
What war did the Americans fight to win independence from Britain?
The American Revolution / Revolutionary War
What do the 50 stars on the U.S. flag represent?
The 50 states
What is the name of the system of government in the United States?
A republic / representative democracy
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
Why is it important to pay federal taxes?
It is required by law and helps fund the government and public services
What was one important thing Abraham Lincoln did?
He preserved the Union, freed the slaves, or led the United States during the Civil War
What do the 13 stripes on the U.S. flag represent?
The 13 original colonies