World War II
Historical Figures
Early CCRA Practice
Name the Movie
Slogans/Brands
100

This 1942 naval battle occurred in the Pacific Ocean and resulted in an American victory.  It arguably turned the tide in the Pacific Theater of WW2.  

The Battle of Midway 

100

He was our 32nd POTUS; his New Deal legislation helped us during the Great Depression.  

Franklin D. Roosevelt 

100

What is the purpose of the 15th Amendment?

a. to protect Black Americans from slavery

b. to protect the right of Black Americans to vote

c. to allow U.S. citizens to vote in other countries

d. to make it easier for immigrants to become U.S. citizens

B. To protect the right of Black Americans to vote 

100

"May the Force be with you."  

Star Wars 

100

"Eat Fresh!" 

Subway 

200

This event occurred on September 1, 1939 and is generally seen as the start of World War II. 

German invasion of Poland

200

This man was the leader of the Communist Soviet Union (1922-1953). 

Joseph Stalin

200

Some economists criticize the New Deal as the beginning of

A. deficit spending.

B. a national depression.

C. a command economy.

D. trickle-down economics.

A. Deficit Spending 

200

Who voices Maui in the movie, Moana?  

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson 

200

"Just Do It" 

Nike 

300
Name the two Japanese cities that were hit with atomic bombs in August 1945

Hiroshima and Nagasaki 

300

He was our 28th POTUS; he served as the Chief Executive during World War I 

Woodrow Wilson 

300

At the end of World War I, why didn't the United States Senate ratify the Treaty of Versailles or enter into the League of Nations?

 A. It did not want to be involved with colonization efforts in Africa.

 B. It did not want to become involved in future European affairs.

 C. It did not support having to work with the communist Soviet Union.

 D. It did not believe in the mandated arms reduction for all nations. 


B. It did not want to become involved in future European affairs.  

300

What flavor of Pop-Tarts does Buddy the Elf use in his spaghetti in Elf?

Chocolate 

300

"You're in Good Hands" 

Allstate Insurance 

400

This battle included the largest amphibious assault that took place in the PACIFIC THEATER of WWII.  

Battle of Okinawa 

400

He was our 26th POTUS; he once said, "Speak softly, but carry a big stick!" 

Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt 

400

Which of the following was a result of the Spanish American War?

 A. The United States gained new territories including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.

 B. The United States gained control of the Panama Canal and annexed Hawaii.

 C. The United States began controlling nations throughout South America.

 D. The United States annexed Cuba after it gained independence from Spain.


A. The United States gained new territories including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.  

400

Who is the bear in 'The Jungle Book'?  

Baloo

400

"The Quilted, Quicker Picker Upper" 

Bounty 

500

What was the name of the mountain on the island of Iwo Jima where U.S. Marines raised an American flag.  The photo became a symbol of American resilience.  

Mt. Suribachi 

500

This man was arrested for giving a speech urging resistance efforts against the military drafts of World War I.  He was a known Socialist who would run for POTUS 5 times--he never won.   

Eugene V. Debs 

500

What was the purpose of Jim Crow laws?

     A. to outlaw labor unions

     B. to limit immigration

     C. to legalize racial segregation

     D. to promote homesteading


C. to legalize racial segregation

500

Who is Mufasa’s trusted advisor in The Lion King?

Zazu 

500

"Snap! Crackle! Pop!" 

Kellogg's Rice Krispies 

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