History
As the first to sign, he has the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence
Who is "John Hancock"?
The first US flag had this many stars and stripes
What is "13"?
This part of the legislative branch has representation based on population.
What is "The House of Representatives"?
"Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country."
Who is "John F. Kennedy"?
Lyrics of this song include "As I went walking that ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless highway..."
What is "This Land is Your Land"?
This document was written in 1787, ratified on June 21, 1788, and went into effect on March 4, 1789
What is "The Constitution"?
He planted the first American flag on the moon
Who is "Neil Armstrong"? (Apollo 11 mission)
The 2nd amendment protects this right
What is the "Right to bear arms"?
"...that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom - and that government of the people, by the people, and for the people, shall not perish from the earth."
Who is "Abraham Lincoln"?
This patriotic song was originally created to mock American soldiers
What is "Yankee Doodle"?
The first celebration of Independence Day was held in this city
What is "Philadelphia"?
RED symbolizes valor, BLUE symbolizes justice, and WHITE symbolized *this* on the American flag
What is "Purity"?
It has the sole power to declare war
What is "Congress"?
"I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
Who is "Nathan Hale"?
The lyrics come from the poem "Defence of Fort M'Henry", written in 1814 after watching the bombardment of that fort from a British ship in the Baltimore harbor.
What is "The Star Spangled Banner"?
Name the two signers of the Dec. of Independence that went on to become US presidents
Who are "John Adams and Thomas Jefferson"?
This many American flags are on the moon
What is "6"?
This is the primary power of the judicial branch of government
What is "Interpreting laws"?
"Where liberty dwells, there is my country."
Who is "Benjamin Franklin"?
A camp song, nonsense version has lyrics: "Be kind to your webfooted friends..."
The refrain of the real song has: "Hurrah for the flag of the free! May it wave as our standard forever..."
What is "Stars and Stripes Forever"?
You can visit The Declaration of Independence, the US Constitution, and the Bill of Rights here
What is the "National Archives in Washington, D.C."
The year in which the 50 star American flag was adopted
What is "1960"? (Hawaii)
The first ruling document of our nation, it served as the framework for our government.
What are "The Articles of Confederation"?
"Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it."
Who is "Mark Twain"?
This country artist originally sang "God Bless the USA" (I'm Proud to be an American)?
Who is "Lee Greenwood"?