Principles of American Democracy
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Constitution
Name the three branches of government.
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
At age 18
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
Native Americans or American Indians
What is the name of the President of the United States now?
Donald Trump
What does the Constitution do?
Defines the government and protects basic rights of Americans
What does the legislative branch do?
Makes laws
What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?
Africans
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
The Louisiana Territory
What is the name of the current Vice President?
John David (J.D.) Vance
Name one right or freedom from the First Amendment.
Speech, religion, assembly, press, petition the government
Who vetoes bills?
The President
Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
Slavery; economic reasons; states' rights
Name one U.S. territory.
Puerto Rico; U.S. Virgin Islands; American Samoa; Northern Mariana Islands; Guam
What is the political party of the current President?
Republican
What are the two major political parties in the United States?
Democratic and Republican
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Checks and balances
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
Serve on a jury; vote in a federal election
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
War of 1812; Mexican-American War; Civil War; Spanish-American War
Who is the current Speaker of the House of Representatives?
James Michael (Mike) Johnson
How many U.S. Senators are there?
100
Who signs bills to become laws?
The President
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
Who was President during World War I?
Woodrow Wilson
Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States?
John Roberts