U.S. Constitution
"Hi there! I was the first government created in the United States after we gained our independence from Great Britain! Unfortunately, I gave all of the states the power and the federal government had ZERO... Also, Rhode Island is a huge L..." What's my name?
The Articles of Confederation
I am the highest court in the land, but what do they call me?
The Supreme Court of the United States
What are the FIRST and LAST names of the current President and Vice President?
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
This branch has a Bi-Cameral Congress, which means what?
Two Chambers
What is the only food that can never go bad?
Honey
These are the most important words in the Preamble (Introduction) of the U.S. Constitution. They contain the idea of SELF-government.
WE THE PEOPLE
I am a Supreme Court Justice who was nominated by the President of the United States, but who has to confirm my appointment?
The Senate
What is the name of the President during wartime?
The Commander-in-Chief
How many Senators does Colorado have in Congress?
TWO
Which month of the year is national ice cream month?
July
Legislative Branch
Name TWO current Supreme Court Justices
1) John Roberts
2) Clarence Thomas
3) Samuel Alito
4) Sonia Sotomayor
5) Elena Kagan
6) Neil Gorsuch
7) Brett Kavanaugh
8) Amy Coney Barrett
9) Ketanji Brown Jackson
This is the system of selecting the President every 4 years. You need 270 to win, some say that it isn't fair and others say it helps represent all states and their voices.
The Electoral College
Who presides over the Senate? They are also called the President of the Senate.
The Vice President of the United States
M&M's Fruit Chews would eventually become what popular candy?
Starburst
Howdy! Give me the definition of Federalism.
When the national government shares power with the state governments.
This was a landmark Supreme Court case that desegregated public schools in the 1950s. What is the full name of the case? (HINT: "_______ vs _______")
Brown v. Board of Education
The President has the power to VETO or APPROVE bills from Congress. They also select advisors to become a part of his CABINET.
FILL IN THE BLANKS: A bill was just introduced by Representative McGringleberry from Colorado. It must start in the __________ where it will need a ______ majority. This majority requires ______ out of ____ to say yes. If it receives the votes, it moves to the _______.
A bill was just introduced by Representative McGringleberry from Colorado. It must start in the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES where it will need a SIMPLE majority. This majority requires 218 out of 435 to say yes. If it receives the votes, it moves to the SENATE.
The unicorn is the national animal of which country?
Scotland
Article III of the U.S. Constitution creates the "Gatekeepers" of the document. What branch does it create? AND What power do they have regarding laws?
Judicial Branch and they INTERPRET the law.
Fill in your Miranda Rights: "You have the right to remain _______. Anything you ____ can and will be used against you in the court of law. You have a right to an ________. If you cannot ______ an attorney, one will be appointed for you."
You the right to remain SILENT. Anything you SAY can and will be used against you in the court of law. You have a right to an ATTORNEY. If you cannot AFFORD an attorney, one will be appointed for you.
FILL IN THE BLANKS: In the U.S. Constitution, Article ____ creates the Executive Branch. This branch ______ laws. The Executive Branch consists of the ________, ___________, and _________.
In the U.S. Constitution, Article TWO (II) creates the Executive Branch. This branch ENFORCES laws. The Executive Branch consists of the PRESIDENT, VICE PRESIDENT, and CABINET.
How many years does a Senator serve? How many years does a Representative Serve? (Please specify your answer)
Senator = 6 years, Representative = 2 years
Name all SIX performers at this year's super bowl halftime show.
1) Usher
2) Alicia Keys
3) Will. I. Am.
4) H.E.R.
5) Ludacris
6) Lil Jon