U.S. Presidents
U.S. Wars
Constitutional Amendments
Government
Miscellaneous
100

Who was the first president of the United States?

George Washington

100

Which war began in 1861 over the issue of slavery?

The American Civil War (1861-1865)

100

This amendment protects freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, freedom of the press, freedom of religion, and the right to petition the government.

The First Amendment

100

What are the three branches of government?

1) Legislative Branch

2) Executive Branch

3) Judicial Branch

100

Who was the general of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

George Washington

200

Which future president defended the British troops in court after the Boston Massacre?

John Adams

200

What was the war with Great Britain that was fought for American independence?

The American Revolution OR the Revolutionary War (1775-1781)

200

Which amendment guarantees citizens the right to bear arms (weapons)?

The Second Amendment

200

How many senators does each state elect to Congress?

Two

200

Who was the president during the Civil War?

Abraham Lincoln

300

How many terms can a U.S. president currently serve?

Two

300

What was one reason the U.S. went to war with England in the War of 1812?

1) American sailors were being impressed into the British Navy

OR

2) Britain was encouraging Native Americans to attack American frontiersman

300

The 13th Amendment abolishes slavery in the United States, except for when?

As punishment for the conviction of a crime

300

How is the number of U.S. Representatives that each state elects to Congress determined?

Depends on the state/population based representation

300

A constitutional principle wherein each of the three branches of government checks the power of the other two branches

Example: The Supreme Court can declare that a law passed by Congress is unconstitutional.

checks & balances 

400

How long is a presidential term?

Four years
400

Which war caused Great Britain to go into massive debt in fighting France and led to taxes on the colonies as a result?

The French and Indian War (1756-1763)

400

This amendment guarantees the right to vote, regardless of color or race. 

The 15th Amendment

400

Who is the head of the Executive Branch?

The President of the United States (POTUS)

400

The first 10 amendments of the U.S. Constitution

The Bill of Rights

500

Which president was responsible for The Trail of Tears?

Andrew Jackson

500

What was the name of the war that led to Texas joining the Union?

The Mexican-American War (1846-1848)

500

This amendment guarantees the right to not incriminate yourself if accused of a crime, as well as due process

The Fifth Amendment

500

How many Supreme Court justices are there?

Nine

500

Why did 11 southern states secede from the Union in 1861?

Because they wanted to protect the institution of slavery and thought Abraham Lincoln was going to abolish slavery.