Part A
What is the supreme law of the land?
The U.S Constitution
Name one branch of the government.
Legislative ; Executive ; Judicial
What is one of the responsibilities of an American citizen?
Obeying laws, paying taxes, participating in elections, serving on juries, staying informed about current events, and respecting the rights and opinions of others.
Who is the "Father of our country"?
George Washington
who is the leading scorer for the Golden State Warriors?
Steph Curry.
What does the constitution do?
Establishes the limits of the government and protects the rights of Americans.
What is the rule of the law?
No one is above the law.
Name one right only for United States citizens.
Fundamental freedoms, democratic participation, and protection under the law.
Who was the first president?
George Washington.
Boston Celtics (2024)
Denver Nuggets (2023)
Golden State Warriors (2022)
Milwaukee Bucks (2021).
What is an Amendment?
A change or addition to the law.
what stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
The system of checks and balances, along with the separation of powers.
What do we show loyalty to when we say the pledge of allegiance?
The United States.
Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
Slavery.
Which years did Giannis win the MVP?
2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2019, 2020)
What do we call the first ten amendments?
The bill of rights.
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The president.
What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
To defend the Constitution and laws of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic, as part of the Oath of Allegiance.
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
Declared that all persons held as slaves in Confederate states would be freed.
What is Giannis's Career high?
64
How many amendments does the constitution have?
27
Who makes federal laws?
Congress.
How old do you have to be to vote?
18
Who was president during World War 1?
Woodrow Wilson
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