multiple choice Flashcards
Who wrote the Dec. Of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
When was the Dec. Of Independence written?
1776
In what city was the Dec. of Ind., Articles of Con., & Constitution written?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
In what year was the Constitution written?
1787
In what year was the Constitution ratified?
1788
Who is known as the father of the Constitution?
James Madison
Who our first president?
George Washington
From what country did the U.S. gain Independence?
Great Britain/England
Who is our president?
Barak Obamam
Who is our current Vice President?
Joe Biden
Who is our current speaker of the house?
John Boehner
Who is our current chief justice?
John Roberts
Who elects the president?
The electoral college
How many years is the presidential term?
4
How many times can a president be elected?
2
Maximum years a president can serve?
10
What is the Legislative Branch known as?
Congress
The 2 Houses that make up the Legislative Branch?
House of Reps. & Senate
Primary Function of the Legislative Branch?
Make Laws
Who is the president of the Senate?
Vice President
How many senators from each state?
2
Total Representatives?
435
Term Length for Senator?
6 years
Term length for a representative?
2 tears
Term Length for a Supreme Court Justice?
Life
First State to ratify the constitution?
Delaware
