Federal Government
The Federal Branch in charge of making laws.
What is Legislative?
The number of congressional districts in which Washington is divided
9
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, the press, assembly, and petition?
1st Amendment
“The secret to getting ahead is getting started.” — Mark Twain
Question: According to this quote, what is the first step toward accomplishing a goal?
Getting started / taking action.
The top official of the Executive Branch.
Who is The President?
The number of senators each US state has
Two (2)
Which amendment protects the right of people to keep and bear arms?
2nd Amendment
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller
Question: What important lesson about teamwork is this quote teaching us?
Working together helps people accomplish more than working alone.
Percentage of Washington's revenue that comes from the Federal Government
Around one fourth
Washington's current Governor
Who is Bob Ferguson?
Which amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government?
4th Amendment
“It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” — Albus Dumbledore
Question: According to this quote, what reveals a person's true character more than their natural talents?
Their choices and actions.
The court which handles all appeals from lower state courts
The Supreme Court
The 3 branches of Washington's Government
What does Legislative, Executive and Judicial?
Which amendment guarantees a speedy and public trial, an impartial jury, and the right to an attorney in a criminal prosecution?
6th Amendment
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” — Dolly Parton
Question: What does the “rain” symbolize in this quote, and what lesson does it teach about achieving goals?
The rain symbolizes challenges or hardships. Success often requires patience, effort, and overcoming obstacles.
Which branch of the federal government has the power to declare laws unconstitutional through judicial review?
Judicial Branch
Your city needs to repair a broken city street, collect garbage, and maintain local parks. Which level of government is primarily responsible for providing these services?
Local government
Which amendment protects people from being forced to testify against themselves in a criminal case and from being tried twice for the same crime?
5th Amendment
“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” — Commonly attributed to Mahatma Gandhi
Question: If a student wants their school to become a more respectful place, what would this quote encourage them to do?
Model respectful behavior themselves instead of waiting for others to change.