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It is important for all men age 18 through 25 to register for the Selective Service. Name one reason why.
Required by law; Civic duty; Makes the draft fair, if needed
Why did the United States enter World War I?
Because Germany attacked US ship; To support the Allied Powers; To oppose the Central Powers
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.
World War 1, World War 2, Cold War, Korean War, Vietnam War , Persian Gulf War
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War 2?
Franklin Roosevelt
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
The flag, The United States
Name two promises that new citizens make in the Oath of Allegiance.
obey US laws, give up loyalty to other countries, defend the Constitution, serve in the military (if needed), serve the nation (work of national importance)
What are 2 examples of civic participation in the United States?
vote, join a political party, run for office, write to a newspaper, call your Senator or representative, join a community group
Abraham Lincoln is famous for many things. Name one.
freed the slaves, saved the Union, led the United States during the Civil War. 16th president; delivered the Gettysburg Address.
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
John Roberts
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
The Civil War, The Mexican American War, the War of 1812, the Spanish American War
The colonists came to America for many reasons. Name one.
Freedom
There are three branches of government. Why?
So one part does not become too powerful; Checks and balances; Separation of Powers.
Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
The President
Why did the United States enter World War II?
Bombing of Pearl Harbor; Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor; to support Allied Powers; To oppose the Axis Powers.
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
What part of the federal government writes laws?
Congress ; The Legislative Branch; legislature
How long is a term for a U.S. senator?
6 years
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
How can people become United States citizens?
Be born in the U.S. under the conditions set by the 14th amendment; Naturalize; Derive citizenship (under conditions set by Congress).
The President of the United States is in charge of which branch of government?
Executive Branch
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, DC
Some states have more representatives than other states. Why?
because they have more people, because of population
What is the Supreme Law of the Land?
The Constitution
What is the economic system in the United States?
Free market Economy, Capitalism
Name the US war between the north and the south.
The Civil War
Dwight Eisenhower is famous for many things. Name one.
General during World War I; President at the end of the Korean War; 34th president of the United States; signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956.
Name one power that is only for the federal government.
Print Money; mint coins; declare war; create an army; make treaties; set foreign policy.
What does the Bill of Rights protect?
The basic rights of Americans; The basic rights of people living in the United States.
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
The Civil War
If the President can no longer serve, who becomes the President?
The Vice President
What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?
African people
George Washington is famous for many things. Name one.
Father of Our Country; First president of the United States; General of the Continental Army; President of the Constitutional Convention
During the Cold War what was the main concern of the United States?
Communism
What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?
JD Vance
What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Religion
What do we show loyalty when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
the flag, the United Staes
There are 4 amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
Any citizen can vote, citizens 18 and older can vote
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Louisiana Territory
How are changes made to the U.S. Constitution?
Amendments; The amendment process
What is the rule of law?
Everyone must follow the law, No one is above the law
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
Mike Johnson
Name the three branches of government.
Congress, The President, The Courts, Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the name of the National anthem?
The Star Spangled Banner
What major event happened on September 11, 2001 in the United States?
Terrorists attacked the United States
What are the two parts of the US Congress?
The Senate and the House (of Representatives)
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
What is the capital of your state?
Harrisburg
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
American Indians (Native Americans)
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
New York
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