Amendments
The Legislative Branch
Citizenship & Voting Rights
The Electoral College
Pop Culture
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What is an amendment?

An addition or change to the Constitution 

100

What is the role/job of Congress?

Its main job is to make and pass laws

100

What are the two ways you can become a U.S. citizen?

Birthright and naturalization

100

How many electoral votes does a presidential candidate need to win?

270

100

This NFL team recently won the NFC South with a 8-9 record. 

North Carolina Panthers

200

This amendment abolished slavery in the United States and made it illegal to force someone to work against their will, except as punishment for a crime.

Which amendment is this?

13th
200

What is the "Rule of Law?"

No one is above the law

200

What is a citizen? 

A person who legally belongs to a country

200

True or false: A presidential candidate can win the popular vote but the electoral vote.

True

200

Name this song and artist: 

I have them folded
Meet me at my door while it's still open
I know it's getting cold out, but tell me that it's not frozen

"Folded" by Kehlani 

300

This amendment protects the right to vote for all men, regardless of race, color, or previous condition of servitude (being formerly enslaved).

Which amendment is this?

15th

300

Which Article in the U.S. Constitution sets up Congress?

Article I of the U.S. Constitution

300

What are the 5 requirements need to be a naturalized citizen.

• Must be 18+

• Live in U.S. 3–5 years

• Pass English & Civics tests

• Show “good moral character”

• Take Oath of Allegiance

300

What is the difference between the popular vote and the electoral vote? 

Popular Vote = total votes from people

Electoral Vote = votes from electors

300
This famous actor and model starred as character "Rocky Blue" in the popular Disney Channel TV show "Shake It Up."
Zendaya
400

A state creates a law that says only white people can attend public universities. Students challenge this law in court, arguing all citizens deserve equal treatment. Which amendment are they using?

14th 

400
How many members are in the Senate and the House of Representatives. How long are the terms for each house?

Senate - 100; 6

House - 435; 2

400

Name at least two responsibilities a citizen has.

• Obey laws

• Pay taxes

• Serve on juries

400

What is the number of total electors?

538

400

This boy band's hit song "What Makes You Beautiful" reached #1 on the Billboard 200. 

What boy band is this?

One Direction

500

Explain the two methods of how to propose an amendment to the Constitution.

Main Method:

  • Congress proposes an amendment with 2/3 vote
  • ¾ of states approve of the amendment

Alternative Method:

  • A constitution convention called by ⅔ of the states
  • ¾ of the states must approve it
500

Name the two "houses" that make up Congress and name one special power each has. 

- The Senate; approve treaties & confirm presidential appointments

-  the House of Representatives; originate money bills 

500

Explain the evolution of voting rights in America. Be sure to name at least one amendment or act that has benefited or hindered voting rights.

  • Early U.S. citizenship: limited to white male property owners

Citizenship expanded over time:

  • 14th Amendment (1868) → birthright citizenship
  • Native American Citizenship Act (1924) → gave Native Americans citizenship
  • Immigration & Nationality Act (1952) → gave a pathway to citizenship for immigrants
  • Civil Rights Act/Movement 1964 → broader protections
  • Court rulings expanded rights of non-citizens
500
Explain how each state get a specific number of electoral votes. 

Each state gets electors based on:

  • Number of Senators (2)
  • Number of Representatives (varies)

Example: 

California 

Senators: 2 

Representatives: 53 

53 + 2 = 55 electors 

500

This famous rapper is from Salisbury, NC. He became famous from his hit song "Go Stupid." Who is this rapper?

Stunna 4 Vegas 

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