One of the richest men of the 20th century, he founded his economic empire with a rapidly growing railroad company. He created a steel business as well. "Gospel of Wealth" doctrine used to justify his wealth, but also led to him spreading his surplus wealth to the needy. There is a performance hall named after him.
Who is Andrew Carnegie?
100
This war was entered after the attack on Pearl Harbor. It was fought on three fronts, one in Europe, one in Northern Africa, and one in the Pacific.
What is World War II?
100
The Founding Father that was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. He oversaw the Louisiana Purchase when he was the third President of the United States.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
100
The Amendment that establishes that there will be no state religion, the freedom of press, speech, and assembly.
What is the 1st Amendment?
100
This state joined the Union in 1845 as the 28th state. It is the second largest state and the second most populous.
What is Texas?
200
A dedicated proponent of women's rights. She lobbied for women's suffrage(voting) and was arrested trying to vote in Rochester, New York. She was honored by having her portrait on one dollar coins.
Who is Susan B. Anthony?
200
A war fought in 1898. The end result was American control of Cuba, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Guam.
What is the Spanish American War?
200
The first Vice President and second President of the United States. He assisted in drafting the Declaration of Independence and helped negotiate the peace treaty with England after the American Revolution.
Who is John Adams?
200
This Amendment abolished slavery.
What is the 13th Amendment?
200
This state joined the Union in 1896 as the 45th state. It is bordered by Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, Wyoming, and Idaho.
What is Utah?
300
Supreme Commander of the troops that invaded France on D-Day, and later the General of the Army, this future presidents campaign slogan read "I like IKE!". He is also responsible for the Interstate Highway System.
Who is Dwight D. Eisenhower?
300
This war had the most American casualties of any war in American history. It was fought over states rights and was a majorly divisive war.
What is the Civil War?
300
The 37th President of the United States, this man served from 196 until 1974. He resigned from the presidency in the face of almost certain impeachment.
Who is Richard Nixon?
300
This Amendment established Prohibition.
What is the 18th Amendment?
300
This state joined the Union in 1959 as the 50th state. It is one of two states that are not "contiguous".
What is Hawaii?
400
A car manufacturer responsible for the Model-T. Revolutionized the mass production system using division of labor and interchangeable parts.
Who is Henry Ford?
400
Victories in this war inspired the "Star Spangled Banner". The second war between America and Britain, this war lasted 32 months.
What is the War of 1812?
400
The 43rd President of the United States, this man led the US to war in both Iraq and Afghanistan in 2003 and 2001 respectively.
Who is George W. Bush?
400
This Amendment gave women the right to vote.
What is the 19th Amendment?
400
Originally called New Netherland, this state was one of the 13 original colonies. It is the home of the most populous US city.
What is New York?
500
A supporter of the Civil Rights movement, this Baptist pastor gave a famous speech on August 28, 1963. He was later assassinated in 1968 by James Earl Ray.
Who is Martin Luther King, Jr.?
500
This conflict lasted from November 1955 until April of 1975 and was one of the most divisive wars in American history. American involvement ended in 1973.
What is the Vietnam War?
500
The 18th President of the United States, this Union General was first elected in 1867.
Who is Ulysses S. Grant?
500
This Amendment repealed the 18th Amendment.
What is the 21st Amendment?
500
This state joined the Union in 1845 as the 27th state. Formerly a Spanish colony, it was believed that the fountain of youth existed there.