The Flag
The Starts on the Flag stand for?
50 Current States
The Declaration of Independence came (before/ after) the Constitution.
When did Illinois become a state?
1818
Who has the power to amend the Constitution?
Congress
What are 3 duties of the President?
Veto a Bill, grant paroles or pardons.
The stripes on the flag stand for?
Where was the Declaration of Independence written?
Independence Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
How many capitals has Illinois had?
3
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
10
Who makes the laws?
Legislative Branch
What are 3 Flag cod rules?
Can’t wear flag as clothing
Do not let it touch anything beneath it.
Burn it respectfully if damaged
Cannot drape it over anything
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
How are the Illinois and US Constitutions the same?
Both have 3 branches. Both have amendments.
What does bicameral mean?
Two houses (Senate and reps)
Who explains or interprets the law?
Judicial
Recite the Pledge of Allegiance
"I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
What did the Declaration of Independence do for the US?
To declare that the states were independent from Britain
How long is the term of office for an Illinois Governor?
4 years
Who has the power to declare war?
Congress
Who enforces the law?
Executive
Who created the American Flag?
Betsy Ross
No
How old must you be to vote in Illinois?
18
What was the US first form of written government?
Articles of Confederation
What happens if a bill is vetoed by the President?
Goes back to congress needs ⅔ vote to approve