So now I'm going to ask you some questions.
I'm going to try to ask you all the questions.
Number one: What is the supreme law of the land?
The Constitution.
What is the economic system in the United States?
The market economy.
The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
435.
If both the president and the vice president can no longer serve, who becomes the president?
The Speaker of the House.
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government?
To print money.
What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
Freedom of speech and freedom of liberty.
Freedom of speech and maybe . . . freedom of the press or religion.
Liberty is (a right) with the Declaration of Independence. Okay?
So the two rights of the Declaration of Independence are life and liberty.
Yeah, but . . . two rights of everyone living in the United States . . .
You can say freedom of the press and freedom of speech, okay?
Why did the colonists fight the British?
Because of high taxes.
What are . . . what territory did the United States buy from France in 1800?
The Louisiana.
Oh excuse me, it was 1803. Louisiana is correct.
Who did the United States fight in World War II?
Japan, Germany, and Italy.
Name one U.S territory.
Puerto Rico.
There are many many Vietnamese in Louisiana. Yeah.
Have you been to New Orleans?
No.
Not yet. Okay let's continue.
What does the Constitution do?
Set up the government.
What is the rule of law?
Everyone must follow the law.
We elect a U.S. representative for how many years?
Two years.
Who is the commander-in-chief of the military?
The president.
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states?
Give a driver's license.
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
The United States.
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson.
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
The Civil War.
Before he was president, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?
World War II.
Name one state that borders Canada.
New York.
Have you been to Canada?
No.
Yeah, maybe when you get your passport travel to Canada.
Where are you . . . When you get your passport, where will you go?
Maybe . . . I go back to my country first.
Yeah, go to Vietnam. Say hello to your family.
Is your mom and dad still alive?
No, my mom and dad live with me.
Now let's continue.
The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?
We the people.
Name one branch or part of the U.S. government.
Congress.
Name your U.S. representative.
Um . . . Representative Zoe Lofgren.
Yes, You have Zoe Logren.
I have Ro Khanna.
So we're in different parts of San Jose.
She is a good friend to Vietnam.
Let's continue.
Who signs bills to become law?
The president.
What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
Be loyal to the United States.
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4 1776.
Name the U.S war between the North and the South.
The Civil War.
During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
Communism.
Name one state that borders Mexico.
California.
You're doing good. How do you feel?
I feel good.
What is an amendment?
A change to the Constitution.
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Separation of powers.
Who does a U.S. senator represent?
All people of the state.
Who vetoes bills?
The president.
What is the capital of your state?
Sacramento
How old do citizens have to be to vote for president?
Eighteen and older.
There were thirteen original states. Name three.
New York, New Jersey, and Maryland.
Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
Slavery.
(I closed a window because of a LOUD leaf blower).
Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
Slavery.
What movement tried to end racial discrimination?
The Civil Rights movement.
What is the capital of the United states?
Washington DC.
Good.
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
Let me ask this one again.
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
. . . . . . . . . . . .
The Supreme Law?
No, this one is the Bill of Rights.
Why do some states have more representatives than other states?
Because they have more people.
What does the . . . the president's cabinet do?
Advises the president.
What are the two major political parties in the United States?
The Democratic and Republicans.
What are two ways Americans can participate in their democracy?
Vote and run for office.
What was one important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?
Freed the slaves! (NOT "fought for civil rights")
What did Martin Luther King Jr do?
Fought for civil rights.
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
New York Harbor
Name one right or freedom from the first amendment.
Speech.
Who makes federal laws?
Congress.
We elect a president for how many years?
Four years.
What are the two cabinet level positions?
Attorney General and Vice-President.
Attorney General (is) very good.
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15.
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
Freed slaves.
What major event happened on September 11, 2001 in the United States?
The terrorist attack the United States.
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
Because there were 13 original colonies.
How many amendments does the United . . . excuse me.
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
Twenty-seven.
What are two parts of the U.S. Congress?
The Senate and House of Representatives.
In what month do we vote for president?
November.
What does the judicial branch do?
Reviews the law.
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
Pelosi.
Yeah, Nancy Pelosi, I love you!
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
At age 18.
The Federalist Papers supported passage of the U.S. Constitution. Named one of the writers.
John Jay!
What did Susan B Anthony do?
Fought for women's rights.
This year is the 100th anniversary of women voting in the United States.
Name one American Indian tribe in the United States.
I'm sorry.
Name one American Indian tribe in the United States.
Crow.
Say that one again. Hopi?
Crow.
That is a good! That is a good tribe.
What does the . . . excuse me . . .
Why does the flag have 50 stars?
Because there are 50 states.
What did the Declaration of Independents do?
Announced our independence (from Great Britain).
How many U.S. senators are there?
100.
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court.
There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
Any citizen can vote.
What is one reason colonists came to America?
Freedom.
What is one important thing that Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
U.S. diplomat.
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s?
World War One.
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
Mississippi River.
What is the name of the national anthem?
The Star Spangled Banner.
We're going to be done soon.
What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life and liberty.
We elect a U.S. senator for how many years?
Six. Six years.
How many justices are in the Supreme Court?
Nine.
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens.
Vote in a federal election.
Yes.
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
American Indians.
Who is the father of our country?
George Washington.
Who was the president during the World War One?
Woodrow Wilson
What ocean is on the west coast of the United States?
Pacific Ocean.
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
July 4.
Okay. We only have 10 more questions. Are you okay?
Yes.
What is freedom of religion?
We can practice any religion or not practice religion.
Who is one of your state's U.S. senators now?
Kamala Harris.
Yes, we're going to get a new senator, too, because she's going to be the vice-president.
If the president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
The vice-president.
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States?
John Roberts
What are two rights only for United States citizens?
Freedom of speech and freedom of religion.
Oh no. This one is only for U.S. citizens.
So freedom of speech and freedom of religion is for everybody!
But this one is only for U.S. citizens.
So only U.S. citizens can do what?
Number one: Vote.
Vote.
Can you think of a number two?
Run for office.
Who was the first president?
George Washington.
Who was the president during the Great Depression and World War Two?
Franklin Roosevelt.
What ocean is on the east coast of the United States?
Atlantic Ocean.
Name two national holidays.
Christmas and New Year Day.
Merry Christmas!
When is your interview?
Tomorrow.
I think are ready! You know everything.
How do you feel?
I feel good and ready.
What time?
9:45.
Okay text me afterwards.
I will pray for you.
Yeah thank you.
Bye-bye!