u.s citizenship test

how many years is a term for a u.s senator

6 years

what amendment gives citizenship to all persons born in the united states

14th amendment

Name your U.S. Representative.

adam smith

what does the president's cabinet do

advises the president

Many documents influenced the U.S. Constitution. Name one.

declaration of independence

Name one power that is only for the federal government.

declare war

why does each state have two senators

equal representation

what are three rights of everyone living in the united states

freedom of speech, assembly, and the right to bear arms

Why did the United States enter World War I?

germany attacked u.s ships

Name two promises that new citizens make in the Oath of Allegiance.

give up loyalty to other countries, be loyal to the united states

Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?

john roberts

What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?

nancy pelosi

how many years is a term for a member of the house of representatives

two years

what founding document was written in 1787

u.s constitution

name one power of the u.s congress

writes laws, declare wars

Who is one of your state's U.S. Senators now?

patty murray

what is the purpose of the 10th amendment

powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or the people

the executive branch has many parts. name one

president

who appoints federal judges

the president

why did the united states enter the persian gulf war?

to force iraqi military from kuwait

supreme court justices serve for life

to limit outside influence

Why do U.S. representatives serve shorter terms than U.S. senators?

to more closely reflect public opinion