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What is the supreme law of the land?
the Constitution
What does the Constitution do? (Select all that apply)
What are the first three words of the Constitution that express the idea of self-government?
We the People
What is an amendment? (Select all that apply)
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What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
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What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment? (Select all that apply)
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How many amendments does the Constitution have?
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What did the Declaration of Independence do? (Select all that apply)
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What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence? (Select two)
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What is freedom of religion?
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What is the economic system in the United States? (Select all that apply)
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The rule of law states that no one is above the law.
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Name one branch or part of the government. (Select all that apply)
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What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
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Who is in charge of the executive branch?
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Who makes federal laws? (Select all that apply)
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What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
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How many U.S. Senators are there?
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We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?
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Who is one of your state's U.S. Senators now?
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The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
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We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?
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Name your U.S. Representative.
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Who does a U.S. Senator represent?
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Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?
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We elect a President for how many years?
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In what month do we vote for President?
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What is the name of the President of the United States now?
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What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?
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If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
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If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
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Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
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Who signs bills to become laws?
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Who vetoes bills?
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What does the President's Cabinet do?
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What are two Cabinet-level positions? (Select two)
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Study Notes
U.S. Citizenship Test Key Facts
- The Constitution is the supreme law of the land.
- The Constitution establishes the government, outlines its functions, and guarantees basic rights to Americans.
- The phrase "We the People" embodies the principle of self-government stated in the Constitution.
- An amendment refers to a change or addition to the Constitution.
- The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights, which enshrine fundamental liberties.
- The First Amendment protects freedoms including speech, religion, assembly, press, and the right to petition the government.
- There are twenty-seven amendments in total to the Constitution.
- The Declaration of Independence proclaims the United States' freedom from Great Britain and identifies unalienable rights like life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
- Freedom of religion allows individuals to practice any faith or none at all.
- The economic system in the U.S. is characterized as a capitalist or market economy.
- The rule of law dictates that everyone, including leaders and the government, must adhere to the law.
- Government branches include the Congress (legislative), the President (executive), and the courts (judicial).
- Checks and balances and the separation of powers prevent any government branch from becoming too powerful.
- The executive branch is led by the President of the United States.
- Federal laws are created by Congress, which consists of two parts: the Senate and the House of Representatives.
- There are one hundred U.S. Senators; each serves a six-year term.
- The House of Representatives has four hundred thirty-five voting members, with each Representative serving a two-year term.
- U.S. Senators represent all citizens of their respective states.
- The number of Representatives for each state is based on the state’s population.
- The President is elected for a four-year term, with elections held in November.
- Current leadership: Barack Obama is President, and Joe Biden is Vice President.
- If the President is unable to serve, the Vice President assumes the role. If both are incapacitated, the Speaker of the House becomes President.
- The President serves as Commander in Chief of the military and has the authority to sign bills into law or veto them.
- The President's Cabinet advises on executive functions; key positions include Secretary of Agriculture, Secretary of Defense, and Secretary of Health and Human Services among others.
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Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test with this quiz focused on key facts about the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and foundational American principles. Understand the significance of amendments, the Declaration of Independence, and citizens' rights. Test your knowledge and strengthen your understanding of American government and its values.
