Landmarks 1
This is known as "The Gateway to the West".
The Gateway Arch, the St. Louis Arch, or the Arch
This building houses the U.S. legislative branch of the federal government.
U.S. Capitol, or Capitol
Name the Democratic Party's animal logo.
donkey
Name the Republican Party's animal logo.
elephant
Leaders that are willing to make difficult decisions and don't allow fear to overcome them have this trait.
courage
This was built to control flooding on the Colorado River.
Hoover Dam
This was a "space age" tower built to symbolize the World's Fair.
Space Needle
landmark
An American symbol is something that represents the ______________________.
United States of America
Leaders that constantly demonstrate commitment and don't give up have this trait.
dedication
This was the world's tallest building until 1998 and is in Chicago, IL.
Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower)
This is the world's tallest and longest suspension bridge.
The Golden Gate Bridge
Our freedom as a nation, our freedom as citizens of the U.S., and having opportunities for all is the American ___________________ of Opportunity.
Spirit
A set of shared values, attitudes, goals, and practices that characterize a group of people is known as _____________________.
culture
Leaders that don't blame others or make excuses when things don't go as planned have this trait.
responsibility
This landmark features four U.S. Presidents carved into the side of a mountain.
Mount Rushmore
This is a 102 story tower built in New York City during the Great Depression.
The Empire State Building
The Constitution allows us the right to express our opinions in a _____________________ manner.
lawful
Many of the buildings built and used by the federal government are commonly viewed as _____________________ of America.
symbols
Leaders that effectively communicate their vision, goals, and plans have this trait.
visionary
This building houses the executive branch of the federal government and is home to the President.
White House
This is a group of waterfalls that straddle the U.S.-Canadian border in New York.
Niagra Falls
Due to large scale migration throughout our nation's history, the culture of the United States is one of the most _________________ in the world.
diverse
What historic document symbolizes our independent spirit as a nation?
Declaration of Independence
Leaders that don't think they are better than others and listen to advice have this trait.
humility