Presidents
Thomas Jefferson
Which Branch of Government interprets the consitution?
The Judicial Branch
Who famously led American Forces at the Battle of New Orleans who went on to become president?
Andrew Jackson
Which amendment allows us to refuse quartering soldiers in our homes?
3rd amendment
What was the first capital of the United States?
New York City
Who was the 2nd president of the United States?
John Adams
What is the Maximum amount of years a president can serve?
8 years (2 terms)
What happened in American Politics after the War of 1812
The Federalist party ended
The Bill of Rights is a part of which United States document?
The Constitution
Jury
The Democratic-Republican part
Which branch of government has the right to impeach federal officials?
What was the nickname of the political group who wanted to declare war on Great Britain in 1812?
War Hawks
Which amendment talks about No unreasonable searches of someones' property or breaking or entering with out the owners consent or a search warrant, granted only if there is reasonable evidence for a crime.
the 4th Amendment
How much money did the United States pay for the Louisiana Territory?
$15 Million
Who did Thomas Jefferson send to negotiate with the French in order to obtain The Louisiana Territory? (he served as president later on)
James Monroe
Which branch of government nominates a judges to the Supreme court?
The President (Executive Branch)
Which treaty ended the War of 1812?
The Treaty of Ghent
Right to a fair trial, speedy trial, lawyer, confront witnesses and evidence against, right to know accusation, public trial
6th Amendment
An act that created 3 levels of federal courts (district, Circuit, Supreme)
Who are the only 2 presidents who have ever been impeached?
Andrew Johnson & Bill Clinton
Which Branch of government declares war?
The Legislative Branch
The practice of kidnapping and forcing people to serve in the army or navy, which occurred in the War of 1812
Impressment
Why did Americans feel the need to have a Bill of Rights?
Many Americans feared the Constitution would make the national government too strong
What did Lewis and Clark fail to find along their expedition that proved to be a myth?
The Northwest Passage