US History 1
Group of department heads who advise the president
cabinet
Who was the leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War?
George Washington
How long did the Civil War last?
4 years (1861-1864)
The last major battle of the American Revolution happened in Virginia at
Yorktown
In which state is Mount Rushmore located?
South Dakota
Which branch of government interprets the laws?
Judicial Branch
In which year did World War I begin?
-1898
-1908
-1914
-1939
1914
The branch responsible for enforcing laws.
Executive
From the Greek word that translates to "rule by the people", this is the kind of government we have in the U.S.
democracy
What is the forced migration of American Indian tribes from the South and Southeast called?
Trail of Tears
Which Massachusetts town is famous for accusations of witchcraft and wizardry in the late 16th century (between February 1692 and May of 1693)?
Salem
Although the plan originally was for the Mayflower to land in Virginia, the Pilgrims eventually established their settlement in 1620 at
Plymouth, Massachusetts
What was the name of the group of people in the colonies who supported the American Revolution? (Hint: an NFL team is named after them)
Patriots
Who was the shortest-serving president of the United States who lost his life 31 days after being elected?
William Henry Harrison
Name 3 of the 7 U.S. states that seceded and formed the original Confederacy during the U.S. Civil War?
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, SC, Texas
Where was dictator Adolf Hitler born?
Austria
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4th, 1776
This event started as a snowball fight and led to the death of 5 colonists including the first casualty of the American Revolution, Crispus Attucks.
The Boston Massacre
What U.S. historical document states, "All men are created equal" and people have "unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness."
Declaration of Independence
This amendment guarantees the right to protest
1st Amendment
This branch of U.S. government is responsible for writing laws.
Legislative Branch
This amendment includes right to jury trial, right to speedy trial, and the right to legal representation
6th Amendment
What was the name of the meeting where the Constitution was drafted?
Constitutional Convention
The term length (years) of a US President
4
What are the first 10 amendments of the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
What geographical boundary did the Proclamation line (Proclamation of 1763) run along?
Appalachian Mountains
How many amendments are in the Constitution?
27
Which is the smallest American state by land?
Rhode Island
Which is the first established British colony in America?
Jamestown (1607)
Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009 just after becoming President of the United States?
Barack Obama
What was the longest war in U.S. history?
Afghan War (just ended in 2021 after 20 years)
Which 3 countries made up the Axis Powers of WWII?
Italy, Germany, and Japan
Which is the first capital city of the US?
New York City
Judges on the Supreme Court are called
Justices
This man was is called the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
The biggest US state by area is
Alaska
What is my name? I'm the woman who was the second first lady of the United States. During the American Revolution, I told my husband to "remember the ladies".
Abigail Adams
Who was the U.S. fighting against in the War of 1812?
Great Britain
Name 2 of the 4 U.S. Presidents that have been assassinated.
Lincoln, Garfield, McKinley, and JFK
What are the 2 houses that make up Congress?
The Senate and House of Representatives