George Washington
What coin has George Washington on it?
What is Abraham Lincoln's nickname?
Honest Abe
Which Happened First?.....
A. Pilgrims landed in Plymouth
B. Colonists founded Jamestown
C. The constitution was written and signed
D. The American Revolutionary War began
Colonists founded Jamestown.
What is Martin Luther Kings most famous speech called?
I have a Dream
Why was Ellis Island known as the Island of Hope?
It was where many immigrants began new lives in America.
George Washington served two terms. One term is 4 years. How many years did George Washington serve as president?
8 years
Why was President Lincoln against slavery?
Because he thought all people should be free.
Why did the Colonists want to separate from Great Britain?
They wanted to choose their own leaders.
Who were the Freedom Riders?
People who rode busses to see if segregation was being practiced.
Government officials on Ellis Island Inspected people's health and their records. What does Inspect mean?
To look over closely
What do people call George Washington?
The Father of our country
Where was Abraham Lincoln born?
In a log cabin
Which is part of the Middle Colonies?
A. Connecticut
B. Maryland
C. Georgia
D. Delaware
Delaware
What usually happens during a sit-in?
People sit down and refuse to move or leave.
What is the main reason why many immigrants wanted to move to the United States?
To have more job opportunities and a better life.
What was George Washington's job when he was a young man?
He surveyed land and made maps.
Why is Lincoln honored as a great president?
because he helped to end slavery
What happened to many of the native people when Europeans began establishing settlements?
They were forced to move, forced into slavery, or were killed.
Who refused to give up a bus seat and helped start the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
Rosa Parks
Why did immigrant men often move to America before their wives and children?
They had to earn enough money to pay for their family's trip
Why did the colonists fight against the British?
The Colonists wanted to separate from Great Britain
Where can you find Abraham Lincoln?
on the penny
Which group of colonies was known as the "Bread Colonies"?
Middle Colonies
When did Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Deliver his "I have a Dream" speech?
At the March on Washington in 1963
Immigrants were only allowed to bring as many things as they could carry. Which is most likely the reason why?
A. Larger items were often lost or stolen
B. People got money for each item they carried.
C. Immigrants were given money to buy new things
D. The boats were crowded and there was little space.
D. The boats were crowded and there was little space.