Unit:1-Citizenship Quiz-Baseline Knowledge Quiz

What happened at the Constitutional Convention?

• The Declaration of Independence was written

• The Emancipation Proclamation was written

• The Constitution was written

• The Declaration of the Rights of Man was written

What is the political party of the current President?

• Democratic Party

• Republican Party

• Independent Party

• Green Party

The House of Representatives has how many voting members?

• 100

• 200

• 435

• 478

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

• 9

• 10

• 11

• 12

What are two rights of everyone living in the U.S.?

• Freedom to petition the government and the freedom to disobey traffic laws

• Freedom of worship and freedom from paying taxes

• Freedom of speech and freedom of worship

• Freedom of speech and freedom to run for President

Who is currently the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?

• Joe Biden

• Barack Obama

• John C. Roberts

• Anthony Kennedy

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

• July 4

• March 15

• May 5

• April 15

Who signs bills to become laws?

• The Secretary of State

• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

• The Vice President

• The President

What is the promise that you make when you become a U.S. citizen?

• Never travel outside the U.S.

• Give up loyalty to other countries

• Disobey the laws of the United States

• Not defend the Constitution and the laws of the U.S.

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

• Obey the law

• Pay taxes

• Serve on a Jury

• Be respectful of others