United States Random 1
How many red-and-white stripes are on the American flag?
Bonus Points: Why?
13
Original 13 colonies
What are the two main political parties in the U.S.?
Bonus Points: What are their symbols?
Republican Party (Elephant)
Democratic Party (Donkey)
It's American Thanksgiving! What are 5 traditional dishes that you have on the table?
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How many stars are on the American flag?
50
Which state is located the furthest west?
Alaska
Who gave the famous speech that starts with the words "I have a dream"?
Name 20 U.S. states in 30 seconds.
In the United States, Americans celebrate Christmas by opening gifts on _______ _______ delivered by _____ ______ who eats ________ _______ _________.
Christmas Day (December 25)
Santa
Milk and cookies
Which state in the U.S. is the largest according to land size?
Alaska
Which animal is the symbol of the U.S.?
Bonus Points: Make the sound of the animal :)The bald eagle
What is the name of the war that was fought between the Northern and Southern states?
The Civil War
What is the title of the American president's wife?
For bonus points: what is her name?
First Lady
(For a male spouse, First Gentleman)
Name: Dr. Jill Biden
Name 5 American singers and/or bands.
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What are 2 reasons we discussed why Americans stereotypically "suck at geography" (direct quote from a student)
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Which river is the cradle of jazz located on?
Mississippi
What war was fought in order for the United States to gain independence from Great Britain?
The American Revolution/Revolutionary War/War of Independence
Name the two candidates currently competing for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024.
Donald Trump
Nikki Haley
Which American artist became the first performer to win the Grammy for Album of the Year four times in 2024?
Taylor Swift :)
The ______ Amendment in the U.S. Constitution affords Americans the right to bear arms (guns).
2nd
How may time zones are there in the Continental United States?
4
Name the 5 most recent American presidents in order.
Joe Biden
Donald Trump
Barack Obama
George W. Bush
Bill Clinton
What was the date of the attempted insurrection on the U.S. Capitol building?
January 6, 2021
Name that holiday!
Groundhog Day
How do you pronounce the name of this state?
Arkansas
/ˈɑɹ.kən.sɔ/