Famous Documents
The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are they?
We the people
What is one term for a U.S. Representative member?
2 years
How many members are there in the Virginia Senate?
40
What is the economic system in the United States?
Capitalism
Which Amendment allows for a person the right to own a gun (right to bear arms)?
2nd Amendment
Name one right listed in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
What is one term for the U.S. President?
4 years
How many members are there in the Virginia House of Delegates?
100
At what age must all men register for selective service?
18
What is the definition of the word “amendment”?
To change
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
How many Senators are there in the United States Congress?
100 (2 per state)
Who is the person elected as chief executive of a city?
Mayor
When did terrorists attack the World Trade Center, destroying both towers?
Sept. 11, 2001
What is the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
In what year was the Constitution written?
1787
What is one term for a U.S. senator?
6 years
Divorce is an example of what type of court case?
Civil
Each year, when is the last day you can send federal income tax forms?
April 15th
Name at least three freedoms listed in the First Amendment to the Constitution
Speech, Religion, Press, Petition, and Assemble
When did the colonies adopt (approve) the Declaration of Independence?
July 4th, 1776
How many voting members are there in the House of Representatives?
435
Drug Trafficking is an example of what type of court case?
Criminal
What is longest river in the United States?
Missouri River
How many amendments are there in the Constitution?
27 total