American Flag
What are the colors of the American flag?
Red, White and Blue
When do people in the US sing the National Anthem?
Before sports games, at big events like graduations
When do people say the pledge?
Students say it before school everyday
What do people do on the 4th of July?
They have big parties outside, eat food and watch fireworks
What year was the flag officially accepted?
1777
What event inspired Francis Key Scott to write the song?
The War of 1812/a battle
Are students required to say the pledge?
Mostly yes, it is becoming less strict now
Name 2 kinds of foods that people eat on the 4th of July
Hot dogs, Hamburgers, corn, fruit, cake, popsicles, pie, pasta salad
Who is credited with creating the pattern for the American flag?
Betsy Ross
What year did it officially become the anthem of the US?
1931
What is the full name of the pledge?
Pledge of Allegiance
What is the other name for the 4th of July?
Independence day
How many stars and stripes are there and what do they represent?
Stars: 50 states
Stripes: 13 colonies
What is the full name of the National Anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner
How do people have to stand when saying the pledge
Stand up, look at the flag, place your right hand over your heart
What document did the 13 colonies sign on July 4th 1776?
The Decleration of Independence