Civics Flashcard - 30 Questions

Front

What is the supreme law of the land?

Back

The U.S. Constitution

Front

What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

Back

The Bill of Rights

Front

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

How many U.S. Senators are there?

Back

100

Front

How many voting members are in the U.S. House of Representatives?

Back

435

Front

What are the three branches of government?

Back

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

Front

Who is in charge of the executive branch?

Back

The President

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Federal laws are made by: the President, the Supreme Court, Congress, State Governors

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Congress

Front

What is the highest court in the United States?

Back

The Supreme Court

Front

How many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court?

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9