What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
Vote, run for office, join a political party, help with a campaign, write to a newspaper
Who is one of your state's U.S. Senators?
Thom Tillis
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
War of 1812
Mexican-American War
Civil War
Spanish-American War
What is the "rule of law?"
Everyone must follow the law
No one is above the law
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4th 1776
There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
15 Amendment: All male citizens can vote
19 Amendment: Women could vote
24 Amendment: People don't have to pay a tax to vote
26 Amendment: Changed the voting age from 21 to 18
What is one PROMISE you make when you become a United States citizen?
Be loyal to the United States
Obey the laws of the United States
Defend the Constitution