Civics
In the US Congress, what are the names of the two separate legislative chambers?
Senate and House of Representatives
How often are elections held for the entire House of Representatives?
Every 2 years
Who was re-elected as Governor here in Oregon?
Tina Kotek
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the US Armed Forces?
President
Which state became the 50th state to join the US in 1959?
Hawaii
In yesterday's election, which major political party won control of both the Senate and House of Representatives?
Democratic Party
How long is a single term for a member of the Senate?
6 years
Which long-serving Senator from Oregon won re-election yesterday?
Jeff Merkley
What power does the President hold to reject a bill passed by Congress?
Veto
What ocean borders the West Coast?
Pacific
How many members serve in the House of Representatives?
435
How many members are in the Senate?
100
What right under the First Amendment gives citizens the freedom to express their ideas and opinions?
Freedom of Speech
What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere? Hint: humans breath it out
Carbon dioxide
Which continent is the largest by land area?
Asia
What is the term for a person who is already holding office and running for re-election?
Incumbent
What type of federal election happens halfway through a president's four year term?
Midterm Election
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called? Hint: they protect individual rights
The Bill of Rights
How many planets in our solar system have rings around them?
4 - Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune
How many degrees are in a straight line? Hint: a circle has 360
180
What minimum age must a citizen be to legally vote here in the US?
18 years
How many justices (judges) currently sit on the Supreme Court?
9
What are the 3 branches of the federal government?
Executive, Legislative, and Judicial
What major document, signed in 1215, limited the power of the King of England?
What is Ms Maria's favorite hockey team?
Washington Capitals