SCOTUS Cases
Which landmark Supreme Court Case established the right of Congress to pass laws that are “necessary and proper” to conduct business of the U.S. Government?
McCulloch V. Maryland
Who was the first President of the US?
George Washington
On this day Japan launched a surprise attack on the US, drawing the US into WWII.
December 7, 1941
This branch of government is made up of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Legislative Branch
Which Amendment Protects Free speech?
1st Amendment
This case lead to the desegregation of schools.
Brown V Board of Education
Who was the first Secretary of the Treasury?
Hint ( Broadway Play )
Alexander Hamilton
On this day, Al-Qaeda highjacked US Airliners to attack the US.
September 11, 2001
This Branch of Government has the power of Judicial oversight.
Judicial Branch
Which Amendment Protects Civil Rights?
14th Amendment
This case limited Free Speech and created then”Clear and Present Danger” test.
Schenck V. US
Who is New York named after?
James, Duke of York
On this day, the 13 colonies declared independence.
July 4, 1776
This branch is made up of the President and Cabinet.
Executive Branch
Which Amendment gave Women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
This case dealt with students wearing anti-war armbands.
Tinker V. Des Moines
Andrew Johnson
On this day, the rioters violently stormed the US Capitol.
January 6, 2021
How much branches are there in the US government?
Three
Which Amendment limits Presidential Terms.
22nd Amendment
This case decided that the second amendment does in fact applies to states.
McDonald V. Chicago
This person Commanded US Pacific Fleet during WWII and lead the successful island hoping campaign against Japan.
Admiral Chester W. Nimitz
On this day, US and allied troops landed on Normandy to liberate France.
June 6, 1944 (D-Day)
Which Federalist Paper discusses separation of power?
Federalist 51
Which Amendment made the legal voting age 18 years old?
26th Amendment