1. What is the supreme law of the land?

The supreme law of the land is the Constitution of the United States.

2. What do we call the first 10 amendments to the Constitution?

The first 10 amendments to the Constitution are known as the Bill of Rights.

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

The two parts of the U.S. Congress are the House of Representatives and the Senate.

4. How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

There are currently nine justices on the Supreme Court.

5. Who makes federal laws?

The United States Congress, made up of the Senate and House of Representatives, makes federal laws.

6. What is the “rule of law”?

The rule of law is the principle that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced. It means that the law is supreme and all individuals, regardless of position or power, are subject to the law. It also means that laws are applied equally and fairly, not based on arbitrary decisions of individuals or groups.

7. What is the capital of the United States?

Washington, D.C.

8. Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?

The Commander in Chief of the United States military is the President of the United States.

9. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

The Declaration of Independence was written by Thomas Jefferson.

10. What is the economic system in the United States?

The economic system in the United States is a capitalist, free-market system. It is based on private ownership of capital and production, with the prices of goods and services determined by a free and open market.

11. How many states are there in the United States?

There are currently 50 states in the United States.

12. When do we celebrate Independence Day?

Independence Day is celebrated on July 4th in the United States. This is the day when the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Second Continental Congress in 1776.

13. Who signs bills to become laws?

In the United States, bills become laws when they are signed by the President.

14. What is freedom of religion?

Freedom of religion is the right to practice any religion one chooses, or to practice no religion at all, without fear of government intervention. It also includes the right to change one’s religion, or beliefs, at any time.

15. Name one right or freedom from the First Amendment.

Freedom of speech

16. Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.

The War of 1812

17. When was the Constitution written?

The Constitution of the United States was written in 1787 and adopted in 1788. It went into effect in 1789.

18. What is an amendment?

An amendment is a formal or official change made to a law, contract, constitution, or other legal document. It is based on the principle that the document may be altered, as long as the changes are agreed upon by all parties involved. Amendments are usually made when new information comes to light or when an agreement has not been properly followed.

19. What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?

The responsibility to register for Selective Service upon turning 18 years of age.

20. Name one U.S. territory.

Puerto Rico