Civic Engagement
One of the responsibilities of a good citizen that you can only use once you are 18 or older.
What is voting?
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9 justices
Who is the current President of the United States?
Joe Biden
Who is the Governor of Nebraska?
Pete Ricketts
What are some qualities that a leader has?
respectful, kind, responsible, good listener, helpful, speaking up
What is a community?
Group of people that work together toward a common goal or share something in common
What are two jobs that the legislative branch are in charge of?
writing laws/bills, passing laws, impeach officials, declare war, collecting and spending tax money
Who is the current Vice President of the United States?
Kamala Harris
Who is the Mayor of Omaha?
Jean Stothert
What is the highest court in the country?
Supreme Court
Ways you can help your community...
pick up liter, volunteer, mow a neighbor's grass, lead a club...
Who is in charge of the executive branch of government?
The President
Name 3 past Presidents of the United States
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Who was one person who ran for a Nebraska senate seat in this last election?
Tony Vargas, Don Bacon
What members are part of the executive branch?
President, VP, cabinet members
What is a leader?
Someone who speaks up for others and shows them what to do
Which two groups make up the Legislative Branch?
Congress-House of Reps and Senate
Who was the first Latina Supreme Court Justice?
Sonia Sotomayor
How many electoral votes does Nebraska have?
5
How many senators does each state get to elect?
2 Bonus points if you can name 1 of Nebraska' senators--Deb Fischer and Ben Sasse
How can you be a leader?
don't participate in bullying, hold a leadership position in school, help your peers, follow the rules
Which branch of government primarily works out of the White House?
The Executive Branch
Who is the current Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. armed forces?
The President-Joe Biden
What is the only state in the United States that has a Unicameral Legislature?
Nebraska
How many Representatives does each state get?
It is based on state population