British Colonization
Did the British colonize the United States or the Americas?
the Americas
The United States did not exist until after the American colonies won the War for Independence.
Name one writer of the Declaration of Independence
during
Was the National Anthem written before, during, or after the American War for Independence?
It was written during the War of 1812 (30 years after the American War for Independence ended).
How many states are there?
50
Give at least one reason why people migrated to the Americas.
economic opportunities
money
religious freedom
(Some other answers are acceptable.)
The American colonies officially declared independence from Great Britain on which date?
July 4, 1776
What is the title of the National Anthem of the United States?
the Star-Spangled Banner
What is the national bird of the USA?
bald eagle
Give at least one reason why someone might not want to migrate to the Americas. Explain in English.
far away from home
new and unsettled place
risk of travelling on the ocean
(Some other answers are acceptable.)
Complete this phrase from the Declaration of Independence.
All men are created ____________.
equal
Describe the original American flag.
a circle of 13 white stars on a blue background, 13 stripes alternating between red and white
After the Battle of Baltimore, which flag was seen flying over Fort Baltimore?
the American flag
"In God We Trust"
What is colonization? Explain in English.
The American War for Independence continued for how many years?
1775-1783
8 years
Why did the design of the American flag change?
a star was added when a new state entered the union
Who wrote the National Anthem?
Francis Scott Key
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
The first American colonists sent from Great Britain landed where?
Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, or Southeast
Northeast
What are the three basic human rights specifically stated in the Declaration of Independence?
life
liberty
& the pursuit of happiness
Although there is no official meaning for the colors of the flag, the Continental Congress suggested that _________ represents innocence, __________ represents bravery and valor, and __________ represents justice, vigilance, and preseverance.
white - innocence
red - bravery, valor
blue - justice, vigilance, perseverance
Sing or hum the tune of the American National Anthem.
Which state is the biggest?