Foundations of Government
Who vetoes bills?
President
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What movement tried to end racial discrimination?
Civil Rights Movement
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, DC
What is the political party of the President now?
Democrat
We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?
2 years
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What major event happened on September 11, 2001, in the United States?
9/11 Terrorist Attack
What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
Atlantic Ocean
In what month do we vote for President?
November
How many U.S. Senators are there?
100
The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.
John Jay, Alexander Hamilton, or James Madison
Who did the United States fight in World War II?
Japan, Germany, Italy
Name one state that borders Mexico.
California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas
What is the name of the national anthem?
Star Spangled Banner
What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?
Speech, Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Louisiana
During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
The spread of Communism
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
New York City
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
John Roberts
There were 13 original states. Name three.
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia
Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?
World War II
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
Mississippi and Missouri
Who is the Governor of your state now?
Andy Beshear