Ancient Civilizations
What River is essential to Ancient Egypt?
The Nile
What Ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
The Atlantic Ocean
What are the three branches of the U.S. Government?
The Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches.
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What is the Capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
What Civilization built ziggurats?
Mesopotomians
How many states are in the United States?
50 States
Who is in Charge of the Executive Branch?
The President.
Who is known for refusing to give up her seat on the bus in Montgomery?
Rosa Parks
What does a compass rose show?
Directions- North, South, East, and West.
What writing system did the Sumerians create?
Cuneiform
What River forms part of the U.S. - Mexico Boarder?
Rio Grande
WHat document starts with " We the People"?
The Constitution.
Who helped write the Declaration of Independence and later became President?
Thomas Jefferson
What country gifted the U.S. the Statue of Liberty?
France
Which empire was ruled by Julius Caesar?
Roman Empire
Which two states are not connected to the mainland U.S.?
Hawaii and Alaska
How many senators does each state have?
2
Who was the famous nurse during the Civil War?
Clara Barton
What holiday honors the end of Slavery in the U.S.
Juneteenth
What was the name of the famous road system in Ancient Persia?
The Royal Road
What is the largest mountain range in the U.S?
Rocky Mountains
What is the Bill of Rights?
The first 10 amendments of the Constitution.
Christopher Colombus
What Continent is the Sahara Desert on?
Africa