Principles of American Democracy
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
We the People
What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
How old do citizens have to be to vote?
18
Why did the colonists fight the British?
Independence
What countries did the United States fight in WWII?
Germany, Japan, Italy (the Axis powers)
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
The Bill of Rights
What does the Legislative Branch do?
It makes the law.
What does the 19th amendment have to with voting?
Gave women the right to vote.
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted, and who wrote it?
July 4, 1776; Thomas Jefferson
What movement tried to end racial discrimination, and who led it?
The civil rights movement, MLK jr.
What are three rights in the Declaration of Independence?
How long is the term for a Senator?
Six years
Within 30 days of their 18th birthday.
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Louisiana Purchase
Who was President during the Great Depression and WWII?
FDR
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Who becomes the President if the President and the Vice President can no longer serve?
The Flag
Name one of the writers of the Federalist papers.
John Jay, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, Pubulus
What was the main concern of the United States during the Cold War?
Stopping the spread of Communism
What are the rights in the First Amendment?
What are delegated powers?
powers that belong to the federal government (expressed, implied, and inherent)
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15th
Who is the “Father of Our Country”?
George Washington
Name all of the wars fought by the United States in the 1900s.
WWI, WWII, Vietnam, Korea, Persian Gulf