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Leader of the country
President
What is the Supreme law of the land?
The Constitution
How often are elections for the President of the U.S. held?
Every 4 years
What stops one branch of the government from being more powerful than another?
Checks and Balances
Name one of our basic rights.
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Religion
Right to Assemble
Freedom of Press
Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Press are examples of ________________.
Rights
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
How is each state represented in the Senate?
Each state is represented equally with two senators each.
Who makes federal laws?
Congress
Who famously fought for civil rights?
Martin Luther King Jr.
Leader of the state
Governor
The Declaration of Independence….
Said why the United States were not going to listen to the king of England anymore
How is each state represented in the House of Representatives?
Based on state population
What did the civil rights movement do?
Worked to end racial discrimination in the United States
Things all people can do if they want to and the government cannot punish them for it
Rights
Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
New York City, New York
If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
The Vice President
How old do citizens have to be to vote?
18-years-old
Why does the flag have 50 stars?
The stars represent our 50 states
Chosen by a vote
Elected
What is the capital of the United States of America?
Washington DC
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What major event happened in the U.S. on September 11, 2001?
Terrorist attack on America
When do we celebrate America’s Independence?
July 4th