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What is a citizen?
An official member of a country
Where does power come from in a democracy?
The people, who elect their officials
Name a job of the government
One of; provide public services and goods, make laws and rules for the common good of the people
What year was Declaration of Independence?
1776
The Declaration of Independence says that all men (people) have the right to life, liberty and...
The pursuit of happiness
Is the Declaration of Independence a primary or secondary source?
Primary
Is your Social textbook a primary or secondary source?
Secondary
What year was the Constitution written?
1787
Name one power the Constitution gives to the US national government?
Collecting taxes, declaring war, creating post offices
An official change to the Constitution is called...
An amendment
What is the first 10 amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
Name one right included in the Bill of Rights
Freedom of speech; freedom of religion; free press (media)
What does the legislative branch do?
Make laws, or rules, that Americans must obey
Which branch is Congress part of?
The legislative branch
How many members are there in the Senate?
100
Who is the head of the executive branch?
The President
