Legislative Branch
Name the two houses in Congress.
House of Representatives and Senate
If the President is unable to perform their job, which individual becomes the President?
Vice President
What is the highest level of the the Judicial branch, responsible for deciding whether laws are constitutional?
The Supreme Court
Largest City: Los Angeles
Capital: Sacramento
California
Which Amendment describing freedoms of expression such as the freedom of speech, religion, press, and the right to peaceably assemble?
1st Amendment
What number president was George Washington?
First
There are two ways in which a newborn infant can gain citizenship: one is by being born in the United States.
What is the other?
Born outside the U.S. to citizen parents.
The album "GNX" was recently released by this Compton-based lyricist, who was chosen to perform at halftime of Super Bowl 59.
Kendrick Lamar
How many years does a representative (congressman or congresswoman) serve for?
Two years
How many years does the president serve in a single term when elected?
Four years
How many Justices currently serve on the Supreme Court?
Nine
Largest City: Las Vegas
Capital: Carson City
Nevada
According to the 3rd Amendment, people cannot be forced to provide shelter and quarter to whom?
Soldiers
How many terms did Washington serve as President?
2 terms
In order to be eligible for naturalization, one must be at least 18 years old and be a permanent resident of the US for at least how many years?
Five
Which American City will host the 2028 Summer Olympic Games?
Los Angeles
How many years long is the term for an elected U.S. Senator?
Six years
How many terms can a president serve?
Two terms
For how long does Supreme Court Justice serve?
Lifetime appointment
Largest City: Denver
Capital: Denver
Colorado
Protections from unreasonable searches, warrants, and seizures fall under which amendment?
4th Amendment
What future president finished second in the Election of 1789 to Washington and thus became Washington's Vice President?
John Adams
The final part of the naturalization process is to take an Oath of this type, similar to a common pledge made daily at schools.
Allegiance
According to the US Census Bureau, which country passed China to have the highest population in 2024?
India
Describe one power of the Legislative branch.
declare war
make laws
controls taxing and spending policies
The executive branch (the President) has many responsibilities. Name one.
Commander and Chief of the armed forces
Enforcing the laws
Veto bills and sign bills
There are three ways in which a Supreme Court Justice can be removed? Name one.
Resignation, death or impeachment
Largest City: Philadelphia
Capital: Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Which amendment includes a series of rights in criminal trials, such as right to an attorney and the right to question and bring witnesses?
6th Amendment
Give one example of George Washington's achievements as first president.
Avoided entering European wars
Established federal Court System
Set up the cabinet
Other than birth and naturalization, what is one other way for a citizen to gain U.S. citizenship?
Parents gain citizenship before minor turns 18
Marriage of a US citizen for several years + residency
Refugee status
What Disney/Pixar movie became the highest-grossing animated film of all time in 2024, making over $1.7 billion dollars at movie theaters around the world?
Inside Out 2
The leader of the House of Representatives, third in the Presidential line of succession, is given what appropriate title, since they can have the most powerful voice in Congress?
Speaker of the House
What is the term for the Executive Branch check on Congress, allowing them to reject a bill passed by both houses?
Veto
Which part of the Legislative Branch is responsible for confirming a Supreme Court Justice nominated by the President?
The Senate
Largest City: Baltimore
Capital: Annapolis
Maryland
The 8th Amendment protects from punishments described using what two adjectives?
Cruel and Unusual
How much was Washington's salary per year as President?
$25,000 per year
The US Department of Citizenship and Immigration lists 100 possible questions for the citizenship test, out of which a candidate will see ten.
Out of those ten, how many questions must an applicant correctly answer to pass?
Six
What popular drawing brand has been described as having the unique scent of "slightly earthy soap with pungent, leather-like clay undertones"
Final Jeopardy clue from December 5th, 2024
Crayola crayons