Legislative branch
How old do you have to be to be a representative?
You have to be at least twenty five years old.
Who is the commander in chief of the Army and Navy of the United States?
The President
What is the highest court of the United States?
The Supreme Court.
Who makes Federal laws?
The Congress, U.S. or national legislature.
When is independence day?
July 4th.
How often are The House of Representative members chosen?
They are chosen every second year.
In what month do we vote for president?
November
How many seats are on the Supreme Court?
Nine.
What is an amendment?
A change or addition to the Constitution.
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington D.C.
How many years do you have to be a citizen of the United States to be a representative?
You have to be a citizen for seven years.
Who signs bills to become laws?
The president.
What are the two parts of the U.S. court system?
Supreme Court, Federal court.
What is the Supreme law of the land?
The U.S. Constitution.
What is one major river in the U.S.?
Mississippi river.
Why do some states have more representatives than other states?
Because of the states population
What are the three cabinet level positions?
Secretary of state, secretary of defense, secretary of education.
How long do supreme court justices serve?
For life/ until retirement
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
Twenty-seven.
What do the thirteen stripes on the flag represent?
The thirteen colonies.
Who is the president of the Senate?
The Vice President
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15.
Who appoints federal judges?
The president.
What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?
The freedom of: speech, religion,assembly, press or petition the government.
What do the fifty stars on the flag represent?
The fifty states of the U.S..