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US Civics and History
US Civics and History
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1
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What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Answer
It announced and declared that the United States is independent and free from Great Britain.
2
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Name two rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence.
Answer
Life and liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
3
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What does freedom of religion mean?
Answer
You can practice any religion or choose not to practice a religion.
4
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What type of economic system does the United States have?
Answer
A capitalist or market economy.
5
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What is the 'rule of law'?
Answer
Everyone, including leaders and the government, must follow the law; no one is above the law.
6
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Name the three branches or parts of the U.S. government.
Answer
Congress (legislative), the President (executive), and the courts (judicial).
7
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What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Answer
Checks and balances and the separation of powers.
8
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Who is in charge of the executive branch?
Answer
The President.
9
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Who makes federal laws in the United States?
Answer
Congress, which includes the Senate and the House of Representatives.
10
Question
What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
Answer
The Senate and the House of Representatives.
11
Question
How many U.S. Senators are there?
Answer
One hundred (100).
12
Question
For how many years do we elect a U.S. Senator?
Answer
Six years.
13
Question
How many voting members are in the House of Representatives?
Answer
Four hundred thirty-five (435).
14
Question
For how many years do we elect a U.S. Representative?
Answer
Two years.
15
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Why do some states have more Representatives than others?
Answer
Because some states have larger populations than others.
16
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For how many years do we elect the President?
Answer
Four years.
17
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In what month do we vote for President?
Answer
November.
18
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If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
Answer
The Vice President.
19
Question
Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
Answer
The President.
20
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What does the President's Cabinet do?
Answer
It advises the President.
21
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What does the judicial branch do?
Answer
Reviews and explains laws, resolves disputes, and decides if a law goes against the Constitution.
22
Question
What is the highest court in the United States?
Answer
The Supreme Court.
23
Question
Name one power of the federal government under the Constitution.
Answer
To print money, declare war, create an army, or make treaties.
24
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Name one power of the states under the Constitution.
Answer
Provide schooling and education, protection (police), safety (fire departments), give driver's licenses, or approve zoning and land use.
25
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What are the two major political parties in the United States?
Answer
Democratic and Republican.
26
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Describe one amendment to the Constitution about who can vote.
Answer
Citizens eighteen (18) and older can vote; any citizen can vote regardless of race or gender; or you don't have to pay a poll tax to vote.
27
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Name one responsibility only for United States citizens.
Answer
Serving on a jury or voting in a federal election.
28
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Name two rights of everyone living in the United States.
Answer
Freedom of expression, freedom of speech, freedom of assembly, freedom to petition the government, freedom of religion, or the right to bear arms.
29
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What is one promise you make when becoming a United States citizen?
Answer
Give up loyalty to other countries, defend the Constitution and laws, obey the laws, serve in the U.S. military if needed, or be loyal to the United States.
30
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What age must citizens be to vote for President?
Answer
Eighteen (18) and older.