Fragen und Antworten: Test von 2025

Richtige Antwort:Republik

What is the form of government of the United States? — Republic

Richtige Antwort:Die Verfassung der USA (U.S. Constitution)

What is the supreme law of the land? — The U.S. Constitution

Richtige Antwort:Sie schützt die Rechte der Menschen

Name one thing the U.S. Constitution does. — Protects the rights of the people

Richtige Antwort:Die Menschen sollen sich selbst regieren

The U.S. Constitution starts with the words “We the People.” What does “We the People” mean? — People should govern themselves

Richtige Antwort:Durch Zusatzartikel (amendments)

How are changes made to the U.S. Constitution? — Amendments

Richtige Antwort:Die Grundrechte der Amerikaner

What does the Bill of Rights protect? — The basic rights of Americans

Richtige Antwort:Siebenundzwanzig (27)

How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution have? — Twenty-seven (27)

Richtige Antwort:Sie besagt, dass Amerika frei von britischer Herrschaft ist.

Why is the Declaration of Independence important? — It says America is free from British control.

Richtige Antwort:Die Unabhängigkeitserklärung

What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain? — The Declaration of Independence

Richtige Antwort:Gleichheit und Freiheit

Name two important ideas from the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. — Equality and liberty

Richtige Antwort:Die Unabhängigkeitserklärung (Declaration of Independence)

The words “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” are in what founding document? — The Declaration of Independence

Richtige Antwort:Kapitalismus

What is the economic system of the United States? — Capitalism

Richtige Antwort:Niemand steht über dem Gesetz.

What is the rule of law? — No one is above the law.

Richtige Antwort:Die Konföderationsartikel (Articles of Confederation)

Many documents influenced the U.S. Constitution. Name one. — The Articles of Confederation

Richtige Antwort:Damit kein Teil zu mächtig wird

There are three branches of government. Why? — So one part does not become too powerful

Richtige Antwort:Gesetzgebende, ausführende und rechtsprechende Gewalt

Name the three branches of government. — Legislative, executive, and judicial

Richtige Antwort:Die ausführende Gewalt (executive branch)

The President of the United States is in charge of which branch of government? — The executive branch

Richtige Antwort:Der Kongress der USA (U.S. Congress)

What part of the federal government writes laws? — The U.S. Congress

Richtige Antwort:Dem Senat (Senate) und dem Repräsentantenhaus (House of Representatives)

What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress? — The Senate and the House of Representatives

Richtige Antwort:Schreibt Gesetze

Name one power of the U.S. Congress. — Writes laws

Richtige Antwort:Einhundert (100)

How many U.S. senators are there? — One hundred (100)

Richtige Antwort:Sechs (6) Jahre

How long is a term for a U.S. senator? — Six (6) years

Richtige Antwort:Vierhundertfünfunddreißig (435)

How many voting members are in the House of Representatives? — Four hundred thirty-five (435)

Richtige Antwort:Zwei (2) Jahre

How long is a term for a member of the House of Representatives? — Two (2) years

Richtige Antwort:Um der öffentlichen Meinung genauer zu folgen

Why do U.S. representatives serve shorter terms than U.S. senators? — To more closely follow public opinion

Richtige Antwort:Zwei (2)

How many senators does each state have? — Two (2)

Richtige Antwort:Gleiche Vertretung für kleine Staaten

Why does each state have two senators? — Equal representation for small states

Richtige Antwort:Mike Johnson

What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now? — Mike Johnson

Richtige Antwort:Die Menschen seines Bundesstaates

Who does a U.S. senator represent? — The people of their state

Richtige Antwort:Die Bürger ihres Bundesstaates

Who elects U.S. senators? — Citizens from their state

Richtige Antwort:Die Menschen aus seinem Kongresswahlbezirk

Who does a member of the House of Representatives represent? — People from their congressional district

Richtige Antwort:Die Bürger aus ihrem Wahlbezirk für den Kongress

Who elects members of the House of Representatives? — Citizens from their congressional district

Richtige Antwort:Weil manche Staaten mehr Einwohner haben

Some states have more representatives than other states. Why? — Because some states have more people

Richtige Antwort:Vier (4) Jahre

The President of the United States is elected for how many years? — Four (4) years

Richtige Antwort:Wegen des 22. Zusatzartikels

The President of the United States can serve only two terms. Why? — Because of the 22nd Amendment

Richtige Antwort:Donald J. Trump

What is the name of the President of the United States now? — Donald J. Trump

Richtige Antwort:JD Vance

What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now? — JD Vance

Richtige Antwort:Der Vizepräsident

If the president can no longer serve, who becomes president? — The Vice President

Richtige Antwort:Unterzeichnet Gesetzentwürfe und setzt sie damit in Kraft

Name one power of the president. — Signs bills into law

Richtige Antwort:Der Präsident

Who is Commander in Chief of the U.S. military? — The President

Richtige Antwort:Der Präsident

Who signs bills to become laws? — The President

Richtige Antwort:Der Präsident

Who vetoes bills? — The President

Richtige Antwort:Der Präsident

Who appoints federal judges? — The President

Richtige Antwort:Das Kabinett (Cabinet)

The executive branch has many parts. Name one. — The Cabinet

Richtige Antwort:Berät den Präsidenten

What does the President’s Cabinet do? — Advises the President

Richtige Antwort:Außenminister (Secretary of State) und Justizminister (Attorney General)

What are two Cabinet-level positions? — Secretary of State and Attorney General

Richtige Antwort:Es entscheidet, wer zum Präsidenten gewählt wird.

Why is the Electoral College important? — It decides who is elected president.

Richtige Antwort:Der Oberste Gerichtshof (Supreme Court)

What is one part of the judicial branch? — The Supreme Court

Richtige Antwort:Sie entscheidet, ob ein Gesetz gegen die Verfassung der USA verstößt

What does the judicial branch do? — Decides if a law goes against the U.S. Constitution

Richtige Antwort:Der Oberste Gerichtshof (Supreme Court)

What is the highest court in the United States? — The Supreme Court

Richtige Antwort:Neun (9)

How many seats are on the Supreme Court? — Nine (9)

Richtige Antwort:Fünf (5)

How many Supreme Court justices are usually needed to decide a case? — Five (5)

Richtige Antwort:Auf Lebenszeit

How long do Supreme Court justices serve? — For life

Richtige Antwort:Um von der Politik unabhängig zu sein

Supreme Court justices serve for life. Why? — To be independent of politics

Richtige Antwort:John Roberts

Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now? — John Roberts

Richtige Antwort:Papiergeld drucken

Name one power that is only for the federal government. — Print paper money

Richtige Antwort:Einen Führerschein ausstellen

Name one power that is only for the states. — Give a driver’s license

Richtige Antwort:Befugnisse, die nicht der Bundesregierung übertragen sind, gehören den Bundesstaaten oder dem Volk.

What is the purpose of the 10th Amendment? — Powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or to the people.

Richtige Antwort:Bürger ab achtzehn (18) Jahren dürfen wählen.

There are four amendments to the U.S. Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them. — Citizens eighteen (18) and older can vote.

Richtige Antwort:Staatsbürger der USA

Who can vote in federal elections, run for federal office, and serve on a jury in the United States? — U.S. citizens

Richtige Antwort:Meinungsfreiheit, Religionsfreiheit und Versammlungsfreiheit

What are three rights of everyone living in the United States? — Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of assembly

Richtige Antwort:Den Vereinigten Staaten

What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance? — The United States

Richtige Antwort:Die Gesetze der Vereinigten Staaten befolgen und die Verfassung verteidigen

Name two promises that new citizens make in the Oath of Allegiance. — Obey the laws of the United States and defend the Constitution

Richtige Antwort:Sich einbürgern lassen

How can people become United States citizens? — Naturalize

Richtige Antwort:Wählen und gewählte Amtsträger kontaktieren

What are two examples of civic participation in the United States? — Vote and contact elected officials

Richtige Antwort:Im Militär dienen

What is one way Americans can serve their country? — Serve in the military

Richtige Antwort:Es ist gesetzlich vorgeschrieben

Why is it important to pay federal taxes? — Required by law

Richtige Antwort:Es ist gesetzlich vorgeschrieben

It is important for all men age 18 through 25 to register for the Selective Service. Name one reason why. — Required by law

Richtige Antwort:Religionsfreiheit

The colonists came to America for many reasons. Name one. — Religious freedom

Richtige Antwort:Die amerikanischen Ureinwohner (Native Americans)

Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived? — Native Americans

Richtige Antwort:Die Afrikaner

What group of people was taken and sold as slaves? — Africans

Richtige Antwort:Den Amerikanischen Unabhängigkeitskrieg (American Revolution)

What war did the Americans fight to win independence from Britain? — The American Revolution

Richtige Antwort:Besteuerung ohne Vertretung (taxation without representation)

Name one reason why the Americans declared independence from Britain. — Taxation without representation

Richtige Antwort:Thomas Jefferson

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence? — Thomas Jefferson

Richtige Antwort:4. Juli 1776

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted? — July 4, 1776

Richtige Antwort:Die Schlacht von Yorktown (Battle of Yorktown)

The American Revolution had many important events. Name one. — The Battle of Yorktown

Richtige Antwort:New York, Virginia, Georgia, Delaware und Maryland

There were 13 original states. Name five. — New York, Virginia, Georgia, Delaware, and Maryland

Richtige Antwort:Die Verfassung der USA (U.S. Constitution)

What founding document was written in 1787? — The U.S. Constitution

Richtige Antwort:James Madison

The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers. — James Madison

Richtige Antwort:Sie unterstützten die Annahme der Verfassung der USA (U.S. Constitution).

Why were the Federalist Papers important? — They supported passing the U.S. Constitution.

Richtige Antwort:Erster Postminister (Postmaster General) der Vereinigten Staaten

Benjamin Franklin is famous for many things. Name one. — First Postmaster General of the United States

Richtige Antwort:Erster Präsident der Vereinigten Staaten

George Washington is famous for many things. Name one. — First president of the United States

Richtige Antwort:Verfasser der Unabhängigkeitserklärung (Declaration of Independence)

Thomas Jefferson is famous for many things. Name one. — Writer of the Declaration of Independence

Richtige Antwort:„Vater der Verfassung“ („Father of the Constitution“)

James Madison is famous for many things. Name one. — “Father of the Constitution”

Richtige Antwort:Erster Finanzminister (Secretary of the Treasury)

Alexander Hamilton is famous for many things. Name one. — First Secretary of the Treasury

Richtige Antwort:Das Louisiana-Territorium (Louisiana Territory)

What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803? — The Louisiana Territory

Richtige Antwort:Den Bürgerkrieg (Civil War)

Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s. — The Civil War

Richtige Antwort:Der Bürgerkrieg (Civil War)

Name the U.S. war between the North and the South. — The Civil War

Richtige Antwort:Die Schlacht von Gettysburg (Battle of Gettysburg)

The Civil War had many important events. Name one. — The Battle of Gettysburg

Richtige Antwort:Führte die Vereinigten Staaten im Bürgerkrieg (Civil War)

Abraham Lincoln is famous for many things. Name one. — Led the United States during the Civil War

Richtige Antwort:Sie befreite die Sklaven in den Staaten der Konföderation

What did the Emancipation Proclamation do? — Freed slaves in the Confederate states

Richtige Antwort:Der Bürgerkrieg (Civil War)

What U.S. war ended slavery? — The Civil War

Richtige Antwort:Der 14. Zusatzartikel

What amendment says all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are U.S. citizens? — The 14th Amendment

Richtige Antwort:Nach dem Bürgerkrieg (Civil War)

When did all men get the right to vote? — After the Civil War

Richtige Antwort:Susan B. Anthony

Name one leader of the women’s rights movement in the 1800s. — Susan B. Anthony

Richtige Antwort:Den Zweiten Weltkrieg (World War II)

Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s. — World War II

Richtige Antwort:Weil Deutschland zivile Schiffe der USA angriff

Why did the United States enter World War I? — Because Germany attacked U.S. civilian ships

Richtige Antwort:1920

When did all women get the right to vote? — 1920

Richtige Antwort:Die längste Wirtschaftskrise der Neuzeit

What was the Great Depression? — Longest economic recession in modern history

Richtige Antwort:Dem Börsenkrach von 1929

When did the Great Depression start? — Stock market crash of 1929

Richtige Antwort:Franklin Roosevelt

Who was president during the Great Depression and World War II? — Franklin Roosevelt

Richtige Antwort:Die Japaner griffen Pearl Harbor an

Why did the United States enter World War II? — The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor

Richtige Antwort:General im Zweiten Weltkrieg (World War II)

Dwight Eisenhower is famous for many things. Name one. — General during World War II

Richtige Antwort:Die Sowjetunion

Who was the United States’ main rival during the Cold War? — The Soviet Union

Richtige Antwort:Kommunismus (communism)

During the Cold War, what was one main concern of the United States? — Communism

Richtige Antwort:Um die Ausbreitung des Kommunismus zu stoppen

Why did the United States enter the Korean War? — To stop the spread of communism

Richtige Antwort:Um die Ausbreitung des Kommunismus zu stoppen

Why did the United States enter the Vietnam War? — To stop the spread of communism

Richtige Antwort:Sie kämpfte für das Ende der Rassendiskriminierung

What did the civil rights movement do? — Fought to end racial discrimination

Richtige Antwort:Kämpfte für Bürgerrechte (civil rights)

Martin Luther King, Jr. is famous for many things. Name one. — Fought for civil rights

Richtige Antwort:Um die irakische Armee aus Kuwait zu vertreiben

Why did the United States enter the Persian Gulf War? — To force the Iraqi military from Kuwait

Richtige Antwort:Terroristen griffen die Vereinigten Staaten an

What major event happened on September 11, 2001 in the United States? — Terrorists attacked the United States

Richtige Antwort:Den Krieg in Afghanistan (war in Afghanistan)

Name one U.S. military conflict after the September 11, 2001 attacks. — The war in Afghanistan

Richtige Antwort:Cherokee

Name one American Indian tribe in the United States. — Cherokee

Richtige Antwort:Flugzeug

Name one example of an American innovation. — Airplane

Richtige Antwort:Washington, D.C.

What is the capital of the United States? — Washington, D.C.

Richtige Antwort:Im Hafen von New York (New York Harbor)

Where is the Statue of Liberty? — New York Harbor

Richtige Antwort:Weil es 13 ursprüngliche Kolonien gab

Why does the flag have 13 stripes? — Because there were 13 original colonies

Richtige Antwort:Weil es für jeden Bundesstaat einen Stern gibt

Why does the flag have 50 stars? — Because there is one star for each state

Richtige Antwort:The Star-Spangled Banner

What is the name of the national anthem? — The Star-Spangled Banner

Richtige Antwort:Aus vielen eines

The Nation’s first motto was “E Pluribus Unum.” What does that mean? — Out of many, one

Richtige Antwort:Ein Feiertag zur Feier der Unabhängigkeit der USA von Großbritannien

What is Independence Day? — A holiday to celebrate U.S. independence from Britain

Richtige Antwort:Unabhängigkeitstag (Independence Day), Tag der Arbeit (Labor Day) und Erntedankfest (Thanksgiving Day)

Name three national U.S. holidays. — Independence Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving Day

Richtige Antwort:Ein Feiertag zu Ehren der im Militärdienst gefallenen Soldaten

What is Memorial Day? — A holiday to honor soldiers who died in military service

Richtige Antwort:Ein Feiertag zu Ehren von Menschen, die im Militär der USA gedient haben

What is Veterans Day? — A holiday to honor people who have served in the U.S. military