Constitution
What document is the supreme law of the United States?
The Constitution
Which branch makes laws?
Legislative
What is the minimum voting age in the U.S.?
18
What is it called when people publicly show support for a cause?
Protest or demonstration
You can say your opinion about the government online without punishment. What right is this?
Freedom of Speech
How many amendments does the Constitution currently have?
27
Which branch enforces laws?
Executive
What month are presidential elections held?
November
What is signing your name to support a policy change called?
Petition
Police need a valid reason or warrant to search your room or belongings. What amendment relates to this?
4th Amendment
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
Which branch interprets laws?
Judicial
What system actually elects the president?
Electoral College
What do we call contacting an elected official to share your opinion?
Advocacy / lobbying
You are accused of a crime and have the right to remain silent. What amendment is this?
5th Amendment
Which amendment gives freedom of speech?
First Amendment
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
9
What do we call the process of choosing a party’s candidate?
Primaries
What is volunteering to help your community considered?
Civic engagement
You have the right to a lawyer even if you can’t afford one. What amendment is this?
6th Amendment
What amendment lowered the voting age to 18?
26th Amendment
What is the name of the two-part legislature?
Congress
What amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
What amendment protects the right to peacefully protest?
First Amendment
The government cannot give extremely harsh or unusual punishments. What amendment protects this?
8th Amendment