Customs and Traditions
The most important celebration in the U.S.
Independence day
How many stars are on the U.S. flag, and what do they represent?
There are 50 stars, representing the 50 states.
Monument on the memory of the first president.
Washington monument.
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington.
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
Month that celebrates Thanksgiving Day
November
What do the stripes on the U.S. flag symbolize?
The original 13 colonies.
Formerly known as the Twin Towers (WTC)
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
Which U.S. president delivered the Gettysburg Address?
Abraham Lincoln.
Which is the largest state by area in the USA?
Alaska.
Holiday where mistletoe is used
Christmas
What is the national bird of the United States?
The bald eagle.
The state where the Lincoln monument is found
Washington D.C.
Who was the leader of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What is the longest river in the USA?
Missouri River.
What is the tradition for high school students at prom?
They dress up formally and attend a dance to celebrate the end of the school year.
What is the official currency of the United States?
The U.S. Dollar (USD).
The Pentagon
Which American woman is known for her work in women’s suffrage?
Susan B. Anthony.
What is the tallest building in the USA?
One World Trade Center.
How do Americans typically celebrate New Year's Eve?
Many watch the ball drop in Times Square, either in person or on TV.
What is the national motto of the United States?
"In God We Trust."
Date the White House was built
October 13, 1792
Who invented the light bulb and helped shape modern electricity?
Thomas Edison.
What day, month, and year did the U.S. Declare Independence from Great Britian?
July 4, 1776