Citizenship Chapter 10: A Country of Laws | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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What is the rule of law?

Everyone must follow the law

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Name one power of the President

Vetoes bills

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Who appoints federal judges?

The President

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What is one part of the judicial branch?

The Supreme Court

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What does the judicial branch do?

Explains laws

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What is the highest court in the United States?

Supreme Court

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How many seats are on the Supreme Court?

Nine

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How many Supreme Court justices are usually needed to decide a case?

Five

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How long do Supreme Court justices serve?

For life

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Supreme Court justices serve for life. Why?

To be independent of politics

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Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?

John Roberts

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Who can vote in federal elections, run for federal office, and serve on a jury in the United States?

Citizens

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Name two promises that new citizens make in the Oath of Allegiance.

1) Obey the laws of the United States and 2) Be loyal to the United States

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How can people become United States citizens?

Be born in the United States

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Why is it important to pay federal taxes?

It is required by law.

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It is important for all men age 18 through 25 to register for the Selective Service. Name one reason why.

It is required by law.

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