Diversity
Civil Rights Leaders
Presidents and other Famous Americans
Government and Community
Holidays
100
Give a specific example of a benefit as a result of diversity.
Blues, jazz, pizza, ice cream, Hello Kitty, tacos
100
How were Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King, Jr. similar?
They both fought for equal rights for all people.
100
I worked for women's right's, including the right to vote. Who am I?
Susan B. Anthony
100
What is the difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?
A direct democracy is when everyone votes and a representative democracy is when the people elect representatives to vote
100
I am observed in October to remember an explorer who was credited with discovering America. What holiday am I?
Columbus Day
200
What does diversity mean?
Different
200
Who was the first African American to play in the major leagues of baseball?
Jackie Robinson
200
I helped free African American slaves and was the 16th President of the United States. Who am I?
Abraham Lincoln
200
What are the basic principles of government?
Life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness, and equality under the law
200
I am observed in September to honor all working Americans. What holiday am I?
Labor Day
300
Name one challenge of diversity.
Language, culture, religion
300
Who was the African American that would not give up a seat on a public bus?
Rosa Parks
300
Who led the fight for freedom from England and helped establish a new country?
George Washington
300
What is the purpose of government?
To make laws, carry out laws, and decide if laws have been broken.
300
This holiday is observed in February and is a day to remember all U.S. Presidents especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. What holiday am I?
President's Day
400
What are three benefits of diversity?
Music, clothing, and food
400
Who was this civil rights leader that helped bring about change peacefully.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
400
I discovered hundreds of uses for peanuts, sweet potatoes, and soy beans. Who am I?
George Washington Carver
400
What is the difference between rules and laws?
Rules are made by people and laws are made by government
400
This holiday is observed in November and is a day when Americans who have served in our military are recognized.
Veteran's Day
500
What best unites the different people of the United States?
The principles of a republican government
500
Who was a lawyer and defended people at a time when not all people had equal rights?
Thurgood Marshall
500
I was married to a President, was a leader for equal rights for all people, and volunteered with many organizations. Who am I?
Eleanor Roosevelt
500
Name one way people can serve their local community.
Being a volunteer (local fire department, rescue squad)
500
On which holiday do we show respect for Americans who died while fighting in wars for our country?
Memorial Day
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