The Flag
How many stripes are on the flag of the United States?
13
This man was the first President of the United States
George Washington
How many original colonies were there?
13
What month and date does the United States celebrate their independence?
July 4th
Name 1 of the 2 founding fathers that died on Independence Day within minutes of each other
Thomas Jefferson and John Adams
What do the stripes on the flag of the United States represent?
The original 13 colonies
This President was responsible for writing the Emancipation Proclamation
Abraham Lincoln
How many states do we have now?
50
What country does the United States celebrate their independence from?
Great Britain (England)
The first fireworks were invented in the 7th century in what country?
China
The stars on the original flag were in what shape?
Circle
This Native American woman helped Lewis and Clark explore new lands acquired in the Louisiana Purchase
Sacagawea
This was the last state to join the United States
Hawaii
What is our National Anthem called?
The Star Spangled Banner
What hot dog brand sponsors the annual competitive hot dog eating contest?
Nathan's
Who has been credited with making the first flag?
Betsy Ross
The Teddy Bear is named after this former President
Teddy Roosevelt
This was the first colony to adopt a State Constitution and thus became the first State in the United States
Delaware
What is the national bird of the United States?
Eagle
George Washington's teeth are said to be made from what?
Wood
In what year was the current flag of the United States released?
1960
Name Two of the Founding Fathers of America
John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and George Washington.
What was the first capital of the United States?
New York City
What symbol of freedom did we receive as a gift from France?
Statue of Liberty
This is the largest state in the country by area
Alaska