Lessons 1-3
What is the capital of your state?
Lansing
Who is the Father of Our Country?
Washington
Who was the President during World War 1?
Wilson
We elect a senator for how many years?
6
What is one promise you make when you become a U.S. citizen?
To obey laws
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
13 original colonies
The Federalist Papers supported the passage of
the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.
Hamilton
During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
Communism
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?
The President
When is the last day you can send Federal Income Tax Forms?
April 15
What Ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
Atlantic
Name the U.S. war between the North and the South.
Civil War
What is the Supreme Law of The Land?
Constitution
How many U.S. senators are there?
100
How many justices are on the supreme court?
9
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
American Indians
Native Americans
Name one problem that led to the Civil War?
Slavery
What do we call the first 10 amendments?
The Bill of Rights
What is one power that belongs to the states?
To give a drivers license
Who vetoes the bills?
The President
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
Mississippi River & Missouri River
What are 2 rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life & Liberty
Before he was President, Eisenhower was a General. What World War was he a General in?
World War 2
How many representatives are there in the House of Representatives?
435
What is the highest court in the land?