Declaration of Independence
Who ruled the American colonies before the Declaration of Independence
England
The name of a promise or agreement that is signed by different countries to show that they will work together to solve a problem?
What part of the constitution has 10 parts and talks about peoples rights?
The bill of rights
Why do we have classroom rules?
To make sure things are fair and so everyone can learn better.
How does the Supreme Court help make laws?
They make sure laws are fair.
What was one effect of the Declaration of Independence?
Freedom from England
What is the United Nations?
Many countries who work together to make peace
What was an effect of the US constitution
it made the government stronger
What is one example of a classroom rule?
-kind words,
-raise your hand
- wait your turn to talk
He signs them into action
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Why are there many different countries flags outside of the United Nations building?
because many countries work together in the united nations
What is the Bill of Rights?
The bill of rights is part of the US constitution and protects peoples rights such as the right to say and write what we want.
What is a right?
Something that we are free to do
What are the two parts of Congress?
2. The House of Representatives
Before the Declaration of Independence our country was called the American colonies, what did the country's name change to?
The United States of America
Trade
Before the declaration of Independence was written what kind of leader did the American Colonies have?
A King
Why do we have laws?
To keep our communities safe and to protect people's rights
How often are senators elected?
every 4 years
Before the declaration of Independence was written what kind of leader did the American Colonies have?
A king
What is a not peaceful way that countries might try to solve problems?
by using military force
An election is when citizens can vote for who their leaders are.
what happens if you break a law?
How often are representatives elected to the house of representatives?
every 6 years