Holidays
What holiday celebrates the USA winning the War of Independence?
When is it celebrated?
Independence Day
July 4th
How many stripes and stars are on the American flag?
What do the stripes represent?
What do they stars represent?
13 stripes- for the original colonies
50 stars- for each state
What are 2 notable American fashion items?
- Cowboy hats
-Cowboy boots
-Leather Jackets
What order do Americans write their name?
First name , Middle name, then Last name
What is the national sport?
And what food is typically eaten at the games?
Baseball
Hotdogs
Why do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?
A. To celebrate Columbus arriving in the Americas and give thanks for the year
B. To celebrate the First Harvest with the Native Americans in Jamestown and give thanks for the year
C. To celebrate to George Washington and give thanks for the year
B. To celebrate the First Harvest with the Native Americans in Jamestown and give thanks for the year
Celebrated the fourth Thursday in November.
Foods: Turkey, cranberries, stuffing
Which is the national bird?
A. Turkey
B. Eagle
C. Kiwi
B. Eagle
What are the 2 major comic book companies?
DC (Detective Comics) and Marvel
Where do Americans place their money when handing it to a cashier?
A. On the counter
B. In the cashier's hand
C. In a tray
B. In the cashier's hand
What is the formal dance 12th grades attending prior to HS graduation?
A. Prom
B. Spring Break
C. Summer Formal
A. Prom
Which month is dedicated to Black History?
A. April
B. February
C. October
B. February
Known as Black History Month which celebrates achievements and history of Black Americans
What is the national anthem called?
The Star-Spangled Banner
What sport is played at the Super Bowl?
A. Soccer
B. Football
C. Hockey
B. Football
Football teams compete in a National Football League (NFL) tournament
How many years do American students go to high school?
4 years total
9th grade: freshman
10th: sophomore
11th: Junior
12th: Senior
What religion does the majority of Americans practice?
Christianity
Christians (69%)
Which holiday honors all military members?
A. Veterans Day
B. Labor Day
C. Memorial Day
A. Veterans Day
November 11th
All military people who are living.
Memorial Day is for those who have died in service of America
What is the measurement system of America called?
Imperial
What is the name of the famous Comedy sketch show set in NYC?
SNL
Saturday Night Live
What do American call athletic footwear?
Tennis Shoes or Sneakers
What is the motto of America?
In God We Trust
What is one thing that Americans do for Easter?
- Have Easter Egg Hunts
-Give and receive Easter Baskets
-Go to Church
-Eat Chocolate Bunnies
What is the USA's official language?
Nothing/ There is no official language
There is no official language.
English is the NATIONAL language
Which popular show is about a group of young people living in California?
A. Friends
B. The Big Bang Theory
C. The Simpsons
B. The Big Bang Theory
What is the American Dream?
White picketed fence and a house with kids.
Which is not a common American value?
A. Directness
B. Formality
C. Independence
B. Formality
Americans are typically less formal in everyday situations