US History 1
Group of department heads who advise the president
cabinet
Who was the leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War?
George Washington
How long did the Civil War last?
4 years (1861-1864)
Which branch of government interprets the laws?
Judicial Branch
From the Greek word that translates to "rule by the people", this is the kind of government we have in the U.S.
democracy
What is the forced migration of American Indian tribes from the South and Southeast called?
Trail of Tears
Which Massachusetts town is famous for accusations of witchcraft and wizardry in the late 16th century (between February 1692 and May of 1693)?
Salem
Who was the shortest-serving president of the United States who lost his life 31 days after being elected?
William Henry Harrison
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4th, 1776
This event started as a snowball fight and led to the death of 5 colonists including the first casualty of the American Revolution, Crispus Attucks.
The Boston Massacre
What U.S. historical document states, "All men are created equal" and people have "unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness."
Declaration of Independence
This amendment includes right to jury trial, right to speedy trial, and the right to legal representation
6th Amendment
What are the first 10 amendments of the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
What geographical boundary did the Proclamation line (Proclamation of 1763) run along?
Appalachian Mountains
How many amendments are in the Constitution?
27
Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009 just after becoming President of the United States?
Barack Obama
Which is the first capital city of the US?
New York City
Judges on the Supreme Court are called
Justices
This man was is called the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
Who was the U.S. fighting against in the War of 1812?
Great Britain