American Government
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
The Bill of Rights
What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
Pacific Ocean
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
Serve on a Jury/ Vote in a Federal Election
During the Cold War, what was the main ideological concern of the United States?
Communism
What year was the Gunston School founded?
1911
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Name the second longest river in the United States.
Missouri River or Mississippi River
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
Age 18
Who was President during World War I?
Woodrow Wilson
Name one of the two founders of The Gunston School
We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?
6 years
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
Because there were 13 original colonies
What 2 things do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
The United States & The flag
Who did the United States fight in World War II?
Japan, Germany, and Italy
Before being appointed Dean of Students, Mr. Wiening served as the
The Performing Arts Department Chair/ Teacher
The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
435
What is the least populated U.S. state?
Wyoming
Name two of the five freedoms in the first amendment in the Constitution?
Freedom of expression ▪ Freedom of speech ▪ Freedom of assembly ▪ Freedom to petition the government ▪ Freedom of religion ▪
When was the Constitution written?
1787
How long has Mrs. Grabis worked for the Gunston School?
40 years
If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
The Speaker of the House
What is the highest mountain in the US?
Denali (also called Mount McKinley) in Alaska
What amendment granted women the right to vote?
19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?
World War II
What year did the Gunston School change from an all girls boarding school to a co-ed day school?
1997