Education & Student Life in the U.S.
What type of school do students attend before college?
High school
What is the most popular sport in U.S. schools and colleges?
American football
Which holiday remembers the early settlers and Native Americans?
Thanksgiving
Which amendment protects the right to own guns?
The Second Amendment
What major city is located on the U.S. East Coast?
New York City
What value is strongly emphasized in U.S. education?
Independence / individual responsibility
What is the final game of the NFL season called?
The Super Bowl
What myth describes the peaceful first Thanksgiving?
Cooperation between Pilgrims and Native Americans
What problem is often linked to easy access to guns?
Gun violence
What famous statue in New York welcomes immigrants?
The Statue of Liberty
What exams are often used for college admission?
SAT or ACT
What term describes strong pride in school teams?
School spirit
What historical region is linked to cowboys and pioneers?
The Wild West
What drug crisis has caused many deaths in the U.S.?
The opioid crisis
What island was a key entry point for immigrants?
Ellis Island
Who mainly controls the education system in the U.S.?
The individual states
What dangerous practice exists in some clubs or fraternities?
Hazing
What idea describes the U.S. as a mix of many cultures?
The melting pot
Which religious movement strongly influences U.S. politics?
Evangelical Christianity
Why is New York important in U.S. history?
It was a main immigration gateway
What is a common problem caused by high college tuition?
Student debt
What health problem is often linked to American football?
Head injuries
What newer metaphor says cultures stay different but equal?
The salad bowl
Why is religion a controversial topic in U.S. politics?
It influences laws and elections
Which regions attracted many immigrants for work and freedom?
East Coast cities