Why did the Colonists fight the British?

because the British army stayed in their houses, because they didn't have self-government, because of high taxes

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

Senate and House of Representatives

What does the judicial branch do?

reviews laws, decides if laws go against the constitution, resolves disputes

What is freedom of religion?

You can practice any religion, or not practice any.

What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?

freed slaves in most Southern states

Which of these is Benjamin Franklin known for? Options: He was the first person to sign the Constitution, He discovered electricity, He was the nation's first Postmaster General, He was the nation's second president

He was the nation's first Postmaster General

Under the Constitution, which of these powers does NOT belong to the federal government? ratify amendments to the constitution, print money, declare war, make treaties with foreign powers

ratify amendments to the constitution

Which of the following does the Constitution NOT do? Options: It sets up our national government. It defines our national government. It protects the basic rights of Americans. It contains all the laws that govern the country and all states.

It contains all the laws that govern the country and all states.

Which of the following best describes what the Declaration of Independence did? Options: It established our national government. It announced our independence from Great Britain. It included a list of all of our rights. It kept the national government from being able to collect taxes.

It announced our independence from Great Britain.

What rights are mentioned specifically in the Declaration of Independence?

life, liberty, pursuit of happiness

Who makes federal (national) laws?

Congress (made of Senate & House of Representatives)

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

the Speaker of the House of Representatives

US Citizenship Test Flashcards

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We elect a president for how many years?

Back

4

2.

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The House of Representatives has how many voting members?

Back

435

3.

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Who is in charge of the executive branch?

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The President

4.

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What is the name of the national anthem?

Back

The Star Spangled Banner

5.

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What piece of land did the United States buy from France in 1803?

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The Louisiana Purchase

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How many U.S. Senators are there?

Back

100

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When is the last date you can send in federal income tax forms?

Back

April 15th

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