General Knowledge, Civics, Citizenship Flashcards
3 Duties of a Citizen
Attend school, serve on a jury, obey laws
3 Responsibilities of a Citizen
Vote, stay informed on current events, serve the community
What was the name of the movement that ended segregation?
The Civil Rights Movement
Name 3 civil rights leaders
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcom X, Thurgood Marshall, John Lewis
2 reasons colonists came to America
Escape religious persecution, freedom, economic opportunity, political liberty
Who wrote the declaration of independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What was the purpose of the federalist papers?
To help pass the U.S. Constitution
Who wrote the federalist papers?
James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay
Name 3 major wars the U.S. fought in
American Revolution, Civil War, WW1, WW2, Vietnam War
What is one thing Abraham Lincoln did during his presidency?
Abolish slavery, preserve the Union, led the Union during the Civil War
1 thing Susan B. Anthony did
Fought for women’s rights, fought for civil rights
Two political parties
Democrat, Republican
How many people are in the senate
100
How long is the term for a US senator?
6 years
Who is one senator from North Carolina?
Senator Dan Blue
How long is the term for a US representative?
2 years
Name one representative from North Carolina
Jeff Jackson
What is a constitutional amendment?
A change or addition to the constitution
How many amendments are in the constitution?
27
What is one right from the first amendment?
religion, assembly, petition the government, press, speech
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th
Who wrote the “I Have a Dream” speech?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In what month do we vote for president?
November
Who advises the president?
The cabinet
Who is the chief justice of the supreme court?
The Honorable John G. Roberts, Jr.
