American Flag
How many stars and stripes are on the flag?
What is 50 stars and 13 stripes, the stars represent the states and the stripes represent the 13 colonies
How many presidents have there been in the United States of America?
T47 names, but the number of individuals to have served as president is 45.
The difference is due to the non-consecutive terms of Grover Cleveland and Donald Trump.
On which day is Independence day celebrated in the United States of America
July 4
What is the name of the National Anthem?
The Star Spangled Banner
What 3 things are associated with independence day celebrations?
Parades, Fireworks, BBQ
What does each color stand for on the American Flag?
Red: Represents hardiness and valor. It symbolizes the blood shed by those who fought for American independence and freedom. Red is a reminder of the courage and sacrifices made by soldiers throughout history, embodying the strength and determination of the American people.
White: Stands for purity and innocence. This color reflects the ideals of integrity and the hope for a just society. It signifies the nation's commitment to maintaining high moral standards and independence from other nations.
Blue: Symbolizes vigilance, perseverance, loyalty and justice. The blue field of the flag represents the watchfulness and strength required to uphold the values of freedom and equality. It serves as a reminder for citizens to remain steadfast in their commitment to these ideals.
Which president was often mocked in the press for his unkempt appearance?
Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), 16th President.
Before being known as the Great Emancipator, Lincoln was known for his disheveled appearance. Newspapers often ridiculed him for it; some called him “hatchet-faced” and described him as lean and gangly. One newspaper referred to his “thatch of wild republican hair” with his “irregular flocks of thick hair carelessly brushed” across his face.
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the National animal?
The Bald Eagle
What is the estimated amount of hotdogs consumed on the 4th of July?
150 million
What year did Congress officially recognize the stars and stripes?
1777
How many terms can a president serve?
2
What was one of the main purposes of the Declaration of Independence?
It was to explain why the colonies had the right to form their own government.
What four presidents faces are on Mount Rushmore?
George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln
True or False
13 fireworks were ignited on Jul4 1777 in order to celebrate the 13 colonies
How many versions of the flag have there been?
27
What is the name of those that protect the president and vice president?
The United States Secret Service
How many people signed the declaration of Independence?
56
What is the National Motto?
In God we trust
What was the population of the United States 1776
2.5 million
Why is the flag folded into a triangle?
To represent the hats worn during the revolutionary war.
How much does a US president make per year?
U.S. presidents earn $400,000 a year plus benefits while in office.
Complete the second sentence in the Declaration of Independence?
We hold these truths to be self-evident....
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.
How many articles and amendments are in the constitution?
13 articles and 27 ammendments
What day should have the 4th of July been celebrated on?
July 2