Folk Tales
Who grew up to be a soldier and a government leader?
Davy Crockett
When is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?
May 5th
England
Who rode on a tornado?
Pecos Bill
What is the capital of Mexico?
Mexico City
How did Betsy Ross make her living?
By sewing
When is the Chinese New Year celebrated?
Each January or February
What is a veteran?
Someone who has served in the armed forces
Who was bigger and taller than any other man around?
John Henry
What is the most popular sport in Mexico City?
Soccer
How did Johnny Appleseed get his name?
He carried sacks of apple seeds everywhere he went.
Which cultures does Chinese New Year blend together?
Chinese and American cultures
When is MLK Jr. day celebrated?
January
How many bowls of oatmeal did Paul Bunyan eat as a baby each day?
40
What colors are on China's flag?
Red and yellow
What was Johnny Appleseed's real name?
Johnny Chapman
What music makes up jazz?
African American songs mixed with other kinds of music.
Who was the 3rd president of the United States?
Thomas Jefferson
How did people get the idea for rodeo riding?
Pecos Bill rode a tornado and did not let go until the tornado died down to nothing.
What landmark is in China?
The Great Wall of China
Where was Davy Crockett born?
Tennessee
What is the big celebration in New Orleans?
Mardi Gras
What are the two holidays that honor special heroes in our country?
Memorial Day and Veterans Day
What is a tall tale?
A story that starts off sounding true, but is mostly fiction.
What is a site that tourists visit in Mexico City from long ago?
Aztec ruins