History
When was the United States founded?
The 4th of July 1776.
Which state is the largest?
Alaska.
In the line of presidents, what number is Donald Trump?
47th - and 45th.
What is the national animal of the United States?
The bald eagle.
What is that interesting invention by George Smith in 1908, that became extremely popular among children and adults alike?
Lollipop.
When did Christopher Columbus arrive in America?
1492.
What is the longest river i the United States?
Missouri River.
What amendment secures the citizens' right to bear firearms?
The Second Amendment.
What is the official national sport in the United States?
There is none.
But... baseball has been widely recognised as "the national pastime".
The capital of Tennessee, which is famously associated with country music.
Nashville.
When did the American Civil War take place?
A: 1775-1783
B: 1861-1865.
C: 1914-1918
B
Which state was the last to join the union?
Hawaii.
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington.
The American flag has 50 stars and 13 stripes. What do these each symbolise?
And what is it called?
The stars symbolise the current states, while the stripes symbolise the original colonies.
It is called the Star Spangled Banner.
Which state was initially an independent country before joining?
Texas.
Where did the terror attack occur on September 11th on 2001?
World Trade Centre in New York City and The Pentagon in Washington D.C.
What does D.C. stand for in Washington D.C?
District of Columbia.
Who was the first president to resign and leave office i 1974?
Richard Nixon.
What country gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States?
France.
Who is portrayed on the 5 dollar bill?
Abraham Lincoln.
What caused the Great Depression in 1929?
The stock market crash.
What is the smallest US state?
Rhode Island
How long can a president serve at most?
Bonus: has any president held office for longer than that?
8 years (two terms of 4 years).
Bonus: Yes, Franklin D. Roosevelt was the longest-serving U.S. president, and the only one to have served more than two terms. He held office from 1933-1945, i.e. during WWII.
What do Americans eat on Thanksgiving?
Bonus: Why do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?
Turkey.
It was originally a harvest feast, where people would gather to express gratitude and shared appreciation of having food, shelter, and company.
What American chain restaurant has more locations on Earth than any other?
Subway.