U.S. Presidents
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
Which war began in 1861 over the issue of slavery?
The Civil War (1861-1865)
The First Amendment guarantees which rights? Provide at least two rights.
Freedom of speech
Freedom of assembly
Freedom of the press
Freedom of religion
The right to petition the government
What are the three branches of government?
1) Legislative Branch
2) Executive Branch
3) Judicial Branch
Who was the general of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?
George Washington
Which future president defended the British troops after the Boston Massacre?
John Adams
What was the war with Great Britain that was fought for American independence?
The American Revolution OR the Revolutionary War (1775-1781)
Which amendment guarantees citizens the right to bear arms?
The Second Amendment
How many senators does each state elect to Congress?
Two
Who was the president during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
How many terms can a U.S. president serve?
What was one reason the U.S. went to war with England in the War of 1812?
1) American sailors were being impressed into the British Navy
OR
2) Britain was encouraging Native Americans to attack American frontiersman
The 13th Amendment abolishes slavery in the United States, except for when?
As punishment for the conviction of a crime
How many members of the House of Representatives does each state elect to Congress?
Depends on the state/population based representation
Explain the principle of Checks and Balances.
Each of the three branches of government keeps a check on the other two.
Example: The Supreme Court can declare a law passed by Congress is unconstitutional.
How long is a presidential term?
Which war caused Great Britain to go into massive debt and led to taxes on the colonies?
This amendment guarantees the right to vote, regardless of color or race.
The 15th Amendment
Who is the head of the Executive Branch?
The President of the United States (POTUS)
What is the Bill of Rights?
The first 10 amendments of the U.S. Constitution
Which president was responsible for The Trail of Tears?
Andrew Jackson
What was the name of the war that led to Texas joining the Union?
The Mexican-American War (1846-1848)
What rights does the Fifth Amendment guarantee?
The right to not incriminate yourself.
How many Supreme Court justices are there?
Nine
Why did 11 southern states secede from the Union in 1861?
Because they wanted to protect the institution of slavery and thought Abraham Lincoln was going to abolish slavery.