United States Geography
What is the capital of Kentucky?
Who was the 2nd president of the United States?
John Adams
“We the People of the United States” are the first seven words to what important document?
The Constitution
How many white and red stripes are there in the American flag?
13
When is American Independence Day Celebrated?
July 4th
Which state is located the furthest west?
Alaska
Who gave the famous speech that starts with the words "I have a dream"?
Martin Luther King Jr
Who is the current Vice President of the US?
JD Vance
The people who work in the US Congress to make new laws are called?
Senators and Representatives
President's Day is celebrated in which month?
February (third Monday of February)
What is the longest river in the USA?
A.) Mississippi River B.) Colorado River C.) Rio Grande River D.) Missouri River
Missouri
What is the name of the war that was fought between the North and the South?
The Civil War
What are the 3 branches of the federal government?
Executive, Legislative, and Judicial
What animal is the symbol of the US?
Bald Eagle
What month is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in?
January
How many states are in the Continental United States?
48
What war was fought in order for the United States to gain independence from Great Britain?
The American Revolution
Who is the Governor of Kentucky?
Andy Beshear
A Senator is allowed to serve how many terms?
As many as they win reelection
What year was the United States founded?
1776
How many time zones are there in the Continental United States?
4 (eastern, central, mountain, pacific)
Who was the second American to walk on the moon?
Buzz Aldrin
What are the 3 requirements to be U.S. president?
How many TOTAL people are elected to Congress?
535
What executive order, signed by President Lincoln, ended slavery?
The Emancipation Proclamation