Founding Fathers
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What was the result of the American Revolution?
The establishment of the United States
What is the Bill of Rights?
The first ten amendments to the Constitution
What is the main purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?
To state the goals and purposes of the government
Name the three branches of the U.S. government.
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Which Founding Father is known for his kite experiment and founding the first public library?
Benjamin Franklin
Which event is known for the Boston Tea Party?
A protest against British taxation
Name one right guaranteed by the First Amendment.
Freedom of speech
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27 amendments
What is the main function of the Legislative Branch?
To make laws
Name one of the Sons of Liberty who protested against British taxes.
Samuel Adams
Name the main reason why the American colonists wanted independence from Britain.
Taxation without representation
What does the Second Amendment protect?
The right to bear arms
What does the Constitution establish?
The framework of the U.S. government
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?
The President
What was the main motivation of the Founding Fathers in creating the U.S. Constitution?
To establish a stronger government and protect individual rights
What year did the Declaration of Independence get signed?
1776
Why was the Bill of Rights created?
To protect individual liberties
What principle allows the government to be divided into branches?
Separation of powers
What does the Judicial Branch do?
Interprets laws
Who is often called the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
What was the purpose of the Continental Congress?
To organize colonial resistance against British rule
What right does the Sixth Amendment guarantee?
The right to a fair trial
What is the significance of checks and balances?
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
How does the system of checks and balances work?
Each branch can limit the powers of the others