Important Concepts
Which branch contains the Congress and Senate?
The Legislative Branch
This person can sign or veto bills and is the commander in chief of the U.S. military.
The President
This is a proposed law that Congress votes on.
A bill
After what war did the US gain independence from Great Britain?
The Revolutionary War.
In what year was Barrack Obama originally inaugurated?
2009
What are the two main parties?
Democratic and Republican
These officials serve as advisors to the President and lead government departments.
Cabinet
This is money that the government sets aside for specific uses.
Appropriation
What military alliance was formed after and as a result of WWII that the US was involved in?
NATO
What is the biggest mammal of all time?
The Blue Whale
What is the term for the system that keeps a single branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Checks and Balances
This group includes the final decision-makers on legal cases in the U.S., with one member serving as their leader.
Chief Justice and Justices
This is an accusation against a government official for misconduct, but it does not mean removal from office.
Impeachment
Which three emojis were sent out in the Yemen Airstrike group chat? (DRAW ON BOARD)
👊(US FLAG)🔥
This galaxy, which contains Earth’s solar system, is a barred spiral and is estimated to have over 100 billion stars.
In the event of an Electoral College tie, what group selects the president?
The House of Representatives
This government department advises the President on foreign policy and international relations.
Department of State
This is an additional clause or modification to the Constitution.
Amendment
The U.S. has send military supplies to Ukraine, including artillery shells, armored vehicles, and what flying machines used for surveillance and attacks.
Drones
Who won the superbowl in 2022?
The Los Angeles Rams
What was the first US constitution called that eventually failed due to its weak central government and lack of balanced power.
The Articles of Confederation
This department manages the nation’s finances, collects taxes, and oversees public debt.
Department of the Treasury
This is the twelve-month period used for government budgeting and financial reporting, starting on July 1st.
Fiscal Year
The authority under which Trump imposed a 25% tariff on automobiles is section 232 of what 1962 Act?
The Trade Expansion Act
What is the difference between a right and left Twix?
Trick Question! There is no difference!