The Founding Fathers
Which Founding Father was also a scientist, inventor, poet, swimming enthusiast, and author?
Benjamin Franklin!
What is the Constitution?
It is the document that established how our country's government was set up.
Because they believed King George III of England treated the English colonies unfairly, like a tyrant! So they wrote him a "break up letter."
What are the 3 branches of our government?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial.
What are taxes?
Fees (money) that the government requires citizens to pay, which the government uses to run programs.
Who wrote "Common Sense"?
Thomas Paine!
What document was approved by Congress on July 4, 1776?
Why did the Founding Fathers believe it was important to ensure citizens have a right to bear arms?
So the people would not be powerless against a tyrannical goverment!
How many Justices are on our Supreme Court?
Nine! For the last 150 years!
What is commerce?
Buying and selling goods and services.
What number president was Abraham Lincoln?
He was our 16th President!
What document was added to the Constitution after it was written, to satisfy the anti-federalists?
The Bill of Rights!
WHY were the anti-federalists worried about the Constitution?
They thought it didn't ensure enough of their rights! That's WHY they insisted on the Bill of Rights.
What is another word for our Legislative Branch?
Congress! (Senate and House of Representatives)
What are Federalists?
People who support the Constitution.
Which Founding father is famous for his handwriting?
John Hancock!
What right is ensured in the 2nd amendment to the constitution?
Our right to "bear arms"?
Why did the Founding Fathers set up 3 different branches of government?
So there would be checks and balances. So that a small group of people wouldn't have all the power!
What is the job of a Supreme Court justice?
To apply our Constitution and Laws to specific court cases.
What was the Civil Rights movement?
The Civil Rights movement was a change that took place during the 1950s and 1960s which gave black people equality under the law.
Who organized the Boston Tea party?(Whitch founding father?)
Samuel Adams!
Which amendment ensures our rights to freedom of speech, religion, and the press?
The first amendment to the constitution!
Why did the Founding Fathers set up the Electoral College?
Because they wanted people of all areas of the nation to have a say in who becomes our elected officials!
What special power does the President have when a bill arrives at his desk?
What does Emancipation mean?
It's when the slaves were set free (by Abraham Lincoln in the 1860s).