American Government
What is the supreme law of the land?
The constitution
Name a part or branch of the government
1. Congress or legislative
2. President or executive
3. Supreme Court or judicial
In 1776, who did America want independence from?
England
Name a war that happened in the 1800s
1. War of 1812
2. Mexican-American War
3. Civil War
4. Spanish-American War
Who is the Vice president right now?
Kamala Harris
What does the constitution do?
1. Defines the government
2. sets up the government
3. protects rights of Americans
the house of representatives has how many people in it?
435
When was the Declaration of independence written?
1776
Name a problem that led to the civil war.
1. Slavery
2. Economic reasons
3. States' rights
Is Joe Biden a Republican or a Democrat?
Democrat
the first three words of the constitution are
we the people
who makes federal laws?
1. Congress
2. Senate and House of Representatives
3. U.S. legislature
Who is the "father" of the USA?
George Washington
Which president was Abraham Lincoln?
the 16th
What month do we vote for president?
November
what is an amendment?
1. a change to the constitution
2. an addition to the constitution
How does one system of government stop another system from becoming too strong?
Checks & Balances
Which President was Thomas Jefferson
3rd
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
It freed the slaves
what territory did the US buy from France
Louisiana
how many amendments does the constitution have?
27
How many justices are in the supreme court?
3
Who was the author of the Declaration of independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What did Susan Anthony do?
fought for womens' rights
When is the last day you can send in the federal income tax forms?
April 15