American democracy
What is the supreme law of the land?
The constitution
How many supreme justices are there?
9
What is one responsibility that is only for US citizens?
serve on a jury
vote in federal elections
How many senators are there?
100
Name the three branches of government and what they do
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
One right only for US citizens
vote in federal elections
run for federal office
How many house Representatives are there?
435
If both the president and the vice president can’t serve who will
The speaker of the house
How many amendments are there
27
When was the constitution ratified?
1789
What is one power of the state government?
Provide schooling and education
Provide safety
Provide protection
Approve zoning and land use
what is the 14th amendment
grants citizenship to people born in the US
What does the fifth amendment
double Jeopardy
Due process
Protect protection against self-incrimination
What is one power of the federal government?
Declare war
Print money
Make treaties
Create an army
what is the 19 the amendment
gave women the rights to vote