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Civics Test

English Civics Test

QuestionAnswer
We elect a US senator for how many years? 6
What are the two rights in the Declaration of Independence? . Life . Liberty
What is an amendment? . a change . an addition
What is the name of the Vice President of US now? Michael Pence
Why did the colonist fight the British? . Because of high taxes . Because of the British army stayed in their houses . Because they did not have self-government
We elect a US Representative for how many years? 2
What happened at the Constitutional Convention? . The Constitution was written . The Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution
Name "one" right only for US citizens Vote in a federal election
When was the Constitution written? 1787
What are the two parts of the US congress? . House . The Senate
What are "two" rights of everyone living in the us? . Freedom of speech . Freedom of religion
There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe "one" of them. Any citizen can vote (women and men can vote)
Who is the Governor of your state now? Mike Parson
What was "one" important thing that Abraham Lincoln did? Freed the slaves
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence? (Thomas) Jefferson
Why does the flag have 13 stripes? Because there were 13 original colonies
What did Susan B. Anthony do? . Fought for women's right . Fought for civil rights
During the Col War, what was the main concern of the United States? Communism
Name "one" American Indian tribe in the United States Creek
The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the US Constitution. Name "one" of the writters. (Alexander) Hamilton
What is the supreme law of the land? The Constitution
What do we call the first 10 amendments to the Constitution? The Bill of Rights
What is "one" thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for? . Started to first free libraries . US diplomat
Who is the "Father of Our country?" George Washington
Who was the first President? George Washington
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803? Louisiana
Name the US war between the North and the South The Civil War
Name "one" problem that led to the Civil War Economic reasons
What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States? Atlantic Ocean
What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States? Pacific Ocean
Name "one" of the two longest rivers in the United States . Mississippi River . Missouri River
What major event happened on September 11, 2001, in the United States? Terrorist attacked the United States
The House of Representatives has how many voting members? 435
Who did the United States fight in World War II ? . Germany . Italy . Japan
What does the President's cabinet do? Advises the President
Name "one" U.S. territory Puerto Rico
Name "one" state that borders Canada New York
Name "one" state that borders Mexico California
What is the capital of the United States Washington D.C.
Where is the Statue of Liberty? Liberty Island in the New York
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful Separation of powers
How many U.S. senators are there? 100
Name "one" branch or part of the government President
What is the name of the national anthem? The star - Spangled Banner
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do? Freed the slaves in most Southern States
Name "one" war fought by the United States in the 1900s Vietnam War
How many justices are on the Supreme Court? 9
When do we celebrate Independence Day? July 4
Why does the flag have 50 stars? Because there are 50 states
Name "two" national U.S. holidays . Thanks giving . Veterans Day . Independence Day . Christmas
Who was President during World War I ? Wilson
Who is one of your State's U.S. senators now? Josh Hawley
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President? 18 or older
In what month do we vote for President? November
What is the namer of the President of U.S. now? Donald Trump
If the president can no longer serve, who becomes President? The Vice President
If both the President and the Vice President con no longer serve, who becomes President? The Speaker of the House
Who is the Commander in Chief of the Military? The President
Who signs bills to become laws? The President
When must all men register for the Selective Service? . At age 18 . Between 18 and 26
The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the constitution. What are these words? We the People
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived? . Native Americans . American Indians
There were 13 original states. Name "three". . New Jersey . New York . Virginia
What is the highest court in the U.S? The Supreme Court
What movement tried to end racial discrimination? Civil rights movement
What is "one" responsibility that is only for U.S. citizens? Vote in a federal election
What are "two" ways that Americans can participate in their democracy? . Vote . Join a political party
What is the economic system in the U.S? Capitalist Economy / Market Economy
What is the freedom of religion? You can practice any religion or not practice a religion.
Name "one" war fought by the United States in the 1800s. Civil War
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance? . The flag . The United States
What is "one" promise you make when you become a U.S. citizen? Serve in the U.S. military (if needed)
What is the political party of the President now? Republican Party
What are the "two" major political parties in the U.S.? . Republican Party . Democratic Party
What is the capitol of your state? Jefferson City
Who vetoes bills? The President
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government? To print money
What is "one" reason colonist came to America? Freedom
What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves? Africans
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms? April 15
Before he was president, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in? World War II
What are "two" Cabinet-level positions? . Vice President . Secretary of Energy
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is "one" power of the states? Give a driver's licence
We elect a president for how many years? 4
Why do some states have more Representatives than other states? . Some states have more people . The state's population
What does the Constitution do? . sets up the government . defines the government . Protects basic rights of Americans
What is one right or freedom from the first Amendment? Religion
What did the Declaration of Independence do? . Announced our independence . Decelerated our independence . Said the United States is free
What is the nane of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now? Nancy Pelosi
What did Martin Luther King, Jr. do? . Fought for civil rights . Worked for equallty for all Americans
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now? John Roberts
Who was President During the Great Depression and World War II ? Franklin Roosevelt
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted? July 4, 1776
Who does a U.S. Senator represent? All people of the state
Who is in charge of the executive branch? The President
How many amendments does the Constitution have? 27
Name your US Representative. Emanuel Cleaver
What is the "rule of law" ? . Every one must follow the law . Leaders must obey the law . Government must obey the law. . No one is above the law
Who makes federal laws? . Congress . House and senate . US legislature
What is the judicial branch do? . Review laws . Explain laws . Resolves disagreements . Decides if law goes against the Constitution
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