U.S. Citizenship Test Key Facts
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What is the supreme law of the land?

the Constitution

What does the Constitution do? (Select all that apply)

  • Defines the government (correct)
  • Protects basic rights of Americans (correct)
  • Sets up the government (correct)
  • 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)

    <p>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? (Select all that apply)

    <p>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? (Select all that apply)

    <p>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? (Select two)

    <p>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? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Market economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rule of law states that no one is above the law.

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

    Name one branch or part of the government. (Select all that apply)

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

    What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

    <p>checks and balances</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? (Select all that apply)

    <p>(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</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</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.</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? (Select two)

    <p>Secretary of Defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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