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What is the supreme law of the land?

the Constitution

What does the Constitution do?

sets up the government, defines the government, protects basic rights of Americans

The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?

We the People

What is an amendment?

<p>a change (to the Constitution), an addition (to the Constitution)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

<p>the Bill of Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?

<p>speech, religion, assembly, press, petition the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many amendments does the Constitution have?

<p>twenty-seven (27)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Declaration of Independence do?

<p>announced our independence (from Great Britain), declared our independence (from Great Britain), said that the United States is free (from Great Britain)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?

<p>life, liberty, pursuit of happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is freedom of religion?

<p>You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the economic system in the United States?

<p>capitalist economy, market economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'rule of law'?

<p>Everyone must follow the law. Leaders must obey the law. Government must obey the law. No one is above the law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one branch or part of the government.

<p>Congress, legislative, President, executive, the courts, judicial</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

<p>checks and balances, separation of powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is in charge of the executive branch?

<p>the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who makes federal laws?

<p>Congress, Senate and House (of Representatives), (U.S. or national) legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?

<p>the Senate and House (of Representatives)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many U.S. Senators are there?

<p>one hundred (100)</p> Signup and view all the answers

We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?

<p>six (6)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is one of your state's U.S. Senators now?

<p>Current Michigan Senators</p> Signup and view all the answers

The House of Representatives has how many voting members?

<p>four hundred thirty-five (435)</p> Signup and view all the answers

We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?

<p>two (2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name your U.S. Representative.

<p>Current Michigan House Rep</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does a U.S. Senator represent?

<p>all people of the state</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?

<p>because of the state's population, because they have more people</p> Signup and view all the answers

We elect a President for how many years?

<p>four (4)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what month do we vote for President?

<p>November</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the President of the United States now?

<p>Barack Obama, Obama</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?

<p>Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Joe Biden, Biden</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

<p>the Vice President</p> Signup and view all the answers

If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

<p>the Speaker of the House</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?

<p>the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who signs bills to become laws?

<p>the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who vetoes bills?

<p>the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the President's Cabinet do?

<p>advises the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two Cabinet-level positions?

<p>Secretary of Agriculture, Secretary of Commerce, Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Education, Secretary of Energy, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Secretary of Homeland Security, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Secretary of the Interior, Secretary of Labor, Secretary of State, Secretary of Transportation, Secretary of the Treasury, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Attorney General, Vice President</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the judicial branch do?

<p>reviews laws, explains laws, resolves disputes (disagreements), decides if a law goes against the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest court in the United States?

<p>the Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

U.S. Citizenship Test Overview

  • The supreme law of the land is the Constitution.
  • The Constitution establishes and defines the government and protects Americans' basic rights.

Key Constitutional Concepts

  • The first three words of the Constitution are "We the People," emphasizing self-government.
  • An amendment is a change or addition to the Constitution; the first ten amendments are known as the Bill of Rights.
  • The First Amendment protects freedoms such as speech, religion, assembly, press, and petitioning the government.

Structure of Government

  • The U.S. Constitution has twenty-seven amendments.
  • Branches of government are: legislative (Congress), executive (President), and judicial (courts).
  • Checks and balances prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.

Legislative Branch

  • U.S. Congress consists of the Senate and House of Representatives.
  • There are one hundred U.S. Senators; they serve six-year terms.
  • The House of Representatives has four hundred thirty-five voting members, serving two-year terms.
  • Each Senator represents all people in their state.

Executive Branch

  • The President is in charge of the executive branch.
  • U.S. Presidents serve four-year terms, elected in November.
  • Current President as of the text is Barack Obama, with Joseph R. Biden Jr. as Vice President.
  • If the President cannot serve, the Vice President assumes office; if both are unable, the Speaker of the House takes over.

Judicial Branch

  • The highest court in the U.S. is the Supreme Court, with nine justices.
  • The judicial branch reviews laws, explains them, and resolves disputes.

Federal and State Powers

  • Federal government powers include printing money, declaring war, and making treaties.
  • State powers include providing education, protection, safety services, and issuing driver's licenses.
  • Current Governor of Michigan and state capital (Lansing) are also relevant.

Political System

  • Major political parties: Democrat and Republican; current President belongs to the Democratic Party.
  • Key political figures include the Speaker of the House (John Boehner).

Voting and Citizenship

  • Citizens must be at least eighteen years old to vote; they have specific responsibilities, including jury service and voting in federal elections.
  • Rights of everyone in the U.S. encompass freedoms of expression, speech, and assembly.

Historical Context

  • Reasons for colonists coming to America include freedom and economic opportunity; Native Americans lived there prior.
  • The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, primarily authored by Thomas Jefferson.
  • The Constitution was written in 1787, following the Constitutional Convention, where it was established.

Wars and Significant Events

  • Significant wars include the Civil War, World Wars I and II, and the Cold War, with concerns over communism.
  • The Civil Rights Movement aimed to end racial discrimination, with leaders like Martin Luther King Jr.

Geography and Symbols

  • The U.S. flag has 13 stripes representing original colonies and 50 stars representing the states.
  • Important U.S. territories include Puerto Rico and Guam; significant rivers include the Missouri and Mississippi.

Notable National Symbols

  • The national anthem is "The Star-Spangled Banner," and Independence Day is celebrated on July 4.

U.S. Holidays

  • Major holidays include New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving.

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Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test with these flashcards covering key civics questions and answers. Each card provides vital information about the Constitution and the government structure. Master the 100 civics questions to ensure readiness for your citizenship interview.

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