Principles of American Democracy
What is the supreme law of the land?
the Constitution
What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
the Senate and House (of Representatives)
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
the United States, the flag
Name one U.S. territory
Puerto Rico ▪ U.S. Virgin Islands ▪ American Samoa ▪ Northern Mariana Islands ▪ Guam
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
What is an amendment?
a change (to the Constitution) or an addition (to the Constitution)
We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?
two (2)
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
eighteen (18) and older
Name the U.S. war between the North and the Sout
the Civil War
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
(Thomas) Jefferson
What is freedom of religion?
You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion
Name three branches or part of the government.
legislative, executive, judicial
What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
freedom of expression, freedom of speech, freedom of religion
Name 3 states that border Canada.
Maine ▪ New Hampshire ▪ Vermont ▪ New York ▪ Pennsylvania ▪ Ohio ▪ Michigan ▪ Minnesota ▪ North Dakota ▪ Montana ▪ Idaho ▪ Washington ▪ Alaska
Name two national U.S. holidays.
New Year’s Day ▪ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day ▪ Presidents’ Day ▪ Memorial Day ▪ Independence Day ▪ Labor Day ▪ Columbus Day ▪ Veterans Day ▪ Thanksgiving ▪ Christmas
What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?
life, liberty, pursuit of happiness
Who makes federal laws?
The congress, Senate and House (of Representatives)
What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
give up loyalty to other countries, defend the Constitution and laws of the United States, obey the laws of the United States, serve in the U.S. military (if needed), serve (do important work for) the nation (if needed), be loyal to the United States
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
New York (Harbor) ▪ Liberty Island
What is name of the National Anthem?
The Star-spangled banner
What does the Constitution do?
sets up the government—defines the government -protects basic rights of Americans
What is the capital of your state?
Topeka
What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
vote, join a political party, join a civic group, join a community group
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
Missouri (River) ▪ Mississippi (River)
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?, Why does the flag have 50 stars?
because the stripes represent the original colonies, because there is one star for each state