famous people
who was the first President?
George Washington
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
why does the flag have 50 stars?
because there is one for each state
where is the statue of liberty?
New York, liberty island, new Jersey, new York, or on the hudson river
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?*
eighteen (18) and older
What did Susan B. Anthony do?
fought for women’s rights
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?*
April 15
why does the flag have 13 stripes?
because there were 13 original colonies
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
the United States
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
Franklin Roosevelt
In what month do we vote for President?*
November
what is the name of the national anthem?
the star-spangled banner
What is one of the two longest rivers in the United States?
Missouuri River or Mississippi river
What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?*
serve on a jury
vote in a federal election
Who was President during World War I?
Woodrow Wilson
When was the Constitution written?
1787
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
the Louisiana Territory
What is one state that borders mexico?
California, Arizona, New Mexico or Texas
Name one right only for United States citizens.
vote in a federal election
run for federal office
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
▪ War of 1812
Who is the “Father of Our Country”?
George Washington
What is one state that borders Canada?
Maine, New Hampshire, vermont, new York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, michigan, Minnesota, north dakota, Montana, Idaho, washington, alaska
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
between eighteen (18) and twenty-six (26)