The Constitution
What three articles in the Constitution are focused on the three main branches of government?
Articles 1, 2, and 3
Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
Slavery, Economic reasons, or State's rights.
What branch of government is the president in charge of?
The Executive branch.
How many people are in the Senate?
100
Who wrote the constitution?
Thomas Jefferson.
What is the name of the national anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner.
How long can the president serve in office?
Two full four-year terms (eight years total).
How many people are in the House of Representatives?
How many amendments does the constitution have?
The constitution has 27 amendments.
What is the "rule of law"?
No one is above the law.
What does the president have the power to "sign or veto"?
Enrolled bills.
What does Congress do?
Congress makes laws.
Why is the U.S. a democratic republic instead of a monarchy?
The U.S. wanted to prevent hereditary power, but they mainly wanted to form a government that was ruled by the people.
When was the constitution written?
1787
Name one of the three writers of the Federalist papers.
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, or John Jay.
What is above the President?
The Constitution or the law.
When was Congress established?
March 4, 1789
How many U.S. presidents have there been?
President Donald Trump is the U.S.'s 47th president.
Why was the U.S. Citizenship test made?
It was made so that all immigrants coming to the U.S. would have a decent knowledge about U.S. history, government, and Constitution.
How many electoral votes does the president need to win the election?
270
How many presidents resigned or died before the end of his first term in office?
6 presidents never completed their first term in office.