Things you should know
What is the capital of Texas?
Austin
Which mountain range runs along the eastern United States from Georgia to Maine?
Appalachian Mountains
What East Coast port serves as a major gateway in South Carolina?
Charleston
In the Mr. MIMAL mnemonic, which state forms the "boot"?
Louisianna
What is the only Great Lake located entirely within the United States?
Lake Michigan
Which Ocean is located on the West coast of the United States?
Pacific Ocean
How many stripes are on the American flag, what do they represent?
13 - the original colonies
Which 5 states border the Gulf of Mexico
Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisianna, Texas
The United States was started by people primarily from which European country?
England / Brittain
Which state is directly to the North of South Carolina?
North Carolina
What was the name of the battle between the North and the South that took place between 1861 and 1865?
Civil War
On which day is Independence Day celebrated?
July 4th
What is the longest river system in the United States?
Mississippi-Missouri River System
Which US state is shaped like fried chicken in a pan?
Kentucky
In which location is the United States Capital Building located?
Washington DC
Which historic East Coast port city is known for its role in the American Revolution and is located in Massachusetts?
Boston
Tennessee's shape is often compared to what kitchen item?
Frying Pan
How many stars are on the American flag and what do they represent?
50 - each of the 50 states
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
Which United States location did the Japanese bomb on Dec. 7, 1941?
Pearl Harbor
The Blue Ridge Mountains are located in the northwestern part of South Carolina and are part of which mountain range?
Where was the original US Capital and Federal Hall located circa 1789-1790?
New York City
The "E" in HOMES stands for which Great Lake?
Erie
Which river serves as the boarder of South Carolina and Georgia?
Savannah River
Which ocean is located in the East coast of the United States?
Atlantic Ocean
What images are on the South Carolina state flag?
Palmetto Tree and the crescent Moon
Which Great Lake does the "H" in HOMES represent?
Lake Huron
The U.S. Capital is located in which district (not a state)?
District of Columbia (D.C.)
On a compass what do the letters N,S,E,W stand for?
North
South
East
West
Which river forms much of the border between Texas and Mexico?
Rio Grande
What is the current capital of South Carolina?
Columbia
What is the capital of Georgia?
Atlanta
In which South Carolina county is Myrtle Beach located?
Horry
Who was the 16th President of The United States?
Abe Lincoln
What is the highest mountain range in the continental United States?
Rocky Mountains (or Sierra Nevada for elevation)