Labor Day
Student Debt in the US
US National Parks
Random
American Politics
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When is Labor Day?
The first Monday in September.
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Who said this: "In my campaign for president, I made a commitment that would provide student debt relief."
President Joe Biden
100
What was the first national park?
Yellowstone
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Which state did I grow up in?
California
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True or false? Americans elect their president by popular vote.
No, the Electoral College votes for the president.
200
What is a labor union?
An organization of workers formed to improve working conditions such as better wages and benefits (such as holiday, health care, and retirement) and improving safety standards.
200
What is a Pell Grant?
A subsidy that the U.S. federal government provides for students with financial need, who have not earned their first bachelor's degree
200
What does the National Parks Service do?
-Look after America's national parks, monuments and buildings
-Help visitors enjoy national parks
200
What's 81 x 29?
2349
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What are the two main political parties in the U.S.?
Democrat and Republican
300
What historical event prompted workers to go on strike and cause riots?
The Industrial Revolution
300
What are the costs and benefits of going to college?
300
What can you do at national parks?
Hike, climb mountains, ride horses, explore historical places, go swimming or river-rafting
300
Translate this: "The first national park in the United States, Yellowstone, was established in 1872."
300
What happens to a bill once it is passed by Congress?
It is sent to the president for approval or veto.
400
Translate this: "Workers are fed up, and we’re ready to fight to protect the freedoms that working people so badly need and deserve."
400
Translate this: "In my campaign for president, I made a commitment that would provide student debt relief."
400
How many national parks are there?
59
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How old is Mr. Nhi?
400
Name one way the executive branch can check the legislative branch.
-Veto a bill
-Appeal to the people
-State of the Union
500
In your own words, do you think labor unions are useful/necessary? Why or why not?
500
Do you agree with President Biden’s plan to forgive $10,000 of student loans for those making under $125,000? Why or why not?
500
Which national park(s) would you like to visit?
500
What is my favorite national park?
Yosemite
500
If you were able to register for a political party in the U.S., which political party would you support and why?