Democracy
In a democracy, the government protects the ______ of the people?
A- Responsibilities
B- Rights
C- Money
D- Education
B. Rights
What branch can veto a vote?
Executive
What is the first amendment?
A. All citizens over 18 have the right to vote
B.Freedom of speech and religion
C. No taxation without representation
B.
The second amendment states that you have a right to bear ----.
Arms (guns)
Which branch of government is responsible for making sure laws do not go against the constitution?
Judicial
True or False: In a democracy almost all citizens can participate in their government
True
What are the two sections of government?
Senate and House of Representatives.
What is an amendment?
A change to the constitution.
At what age can a US citizen vote?
18
Name one US territory. Not including states.
Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa.
A representative represents the people, while a Senator represents ---------.
The State
Which branch proposes and debates laws?
Legislative.
The ------- Court is responsible for interpreting the law.
Supreme
True or False: Serving on a jury is a responsibility of citizens.
True.
What was the last state added to the union.
Hawaii, in 1959.
How can citizens participate in a representative democracy?
By voting
A veto can be overridden by a ____vote in the legislative branch (*Hint- it is a fraction!)
True or false: The right to freedom or speech and religion is found in article 1 of the constitution.
True
What does "I plead the 5th" mean?
It means you are choosing to exercise your 5th amendment right to remain silent.
What is the most populated state in the US?
California with 39 million. In comparison Indiana has 6.9 million.
Which early democracies helped shaped the U.S. democratic government?
Greek and Roman
What person appoints supreme court justices?
President
What are the first ten amendments called?
Bill of Rights
True or False: Women's right to vote was given in the original constitution.
False, it was granted with the 19th amendment.
How many justices serve on the supreme court?
9