New York City
Nicknames for New York City
The Big Apple, NYC
How many judges are on the US Supreme Court?
9
Where is the Pentagon located?
Arlington, Virginia
Where is Niagara Falls located?
It is on the international border between the US and Canada. Both Niagara Falls, New York; and Niagara Falls, Canada, are said to be the home of one of the most famous tourist attractions in North America.
Where is New Orleans located?
In the State of Louisiana.
Renowned Musicals and plays are performed here.
Broadway
How long is the term that each judge serves on the Supreme Court?
They are appointed for life.
What is the Pentagon home to?
It is home to the United States Department of Defense.
How were the Falls created?
The Falls were created more than 10,000 years ago when a glacier retreated and exposed a long, steep-sided ridge, allowing water to flow from Lake Erie into Lake Ontario.
What river winds through and around New Orleans?
The Mississippi River.
New York City was founded by which colonists?
It was founded by Dutch colonists in the early seventeenth century.
What are the Supreme Court Judges called?
Justices
Describe the Pentagon Building.
The building is composed of 5 wedge-shaped sections, that form a 5 sided pentagon. The five sections surround a 5 acre open space, or plaza.
Who controls the land surrounding the Falls?
The governments of the US and Canada control the use of land, and much of it has been turned into parks.
What is the famous nickname for New Orleans?
"The Big Easy"
What was the original name given by the early the early colonists, before it became New York City?
New Amsterdam
What is "The rule of Four"?
At least 4 of the 9 Justices must choose the same case, for it to be heard in court.
Who works in the Pentagon?
23,000 military and civilian employees, and 3,000 support staff.
During the 19th Century, what daring recreational stunts were performed at the Falls?
Daredevils tried to travel over the falls in wooden barrels, boats, and with large rubber balls. In 1859, a famous tightrope artist, Charles Blondin became the first man to successfully walk a tightrope above the falls.
What is New Orleans famous for?
Famous for its celebrations, particularly during Mardi Gras, and especially its music. It is said to be the birthplace of Jazz.
What is the name of the massive park in the center of NYC?
Central Park
What is the acronym or shortcut for the Supreme Court?
SCOTUS
What was the previous use of the land that the Pentagon was built on?
It was built on swampland that had been used as a dump.
What is the Niagra Diversion Treaty?
A Treaty created in 1950, concerning the use of water for hydroelectric power. It outlined that a minimum flow would be kept for the falls, and the remaining flow would be divided equally between the US and Canada.
One of the worst engineering disasters in American history took place in New Orleans in August, 2005, what was it?
Hurricane Katrina: Floodwalls failed, and 80% of New Orleans flooded, and more than 1500 people died.