Civics 2 Flashcards
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What is the supreme law of the land?
Answer: The Constitution
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land. All other laws and government actions must be consistent with it.
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
Answer: 27
The Constitution has 27 amendments. The first 10 are known as the Bill of Rights, and the remaining 17 were added over the following centuries.
What is the economic system of the United States?
Answer: Capitalist economy
The United States has a capitalist, or market, economy where private individuals and businesses own most property and means of production.
What is the name of the national anthem of the United States?
Answer: The Star-Spangled Banner
The Star-Spangled Banner is the national anthem of the United States. It was written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812 and officially became the national anthem in 1931.
Who was the first President of the United States?
Answer: George Washington
George Washington was the first President of the United States, serving two terms from 1789 to 1797. He is often called the 'Father of His Country.'
What territory did the United States purchase from France in 1803?
Answer: The Louisiana Territory
The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803 for about 15 million dollars, roughly doubling the size of the country. This deal is known as the Louisiana Purchase.