General Facts
This is a yearly tradition used to "light up the sky" while celebrating the American national holiday signifying its independence in 1776.
What are "fireworks"?
The national holiday in the United States to celebrate its independence from Britain.
The city in which the Empire State Building can be found.
What is "New York City"?
English equivalent to "coûter les yeux de la tête".
What is "to cost an arm and a leg"?
Tradition celebrated on October 31st, in which little kids dress up in costumes and go "Trick or Treating".
What is Halloween?
The second most popular sport in the United States.
What is basketball?
Martin Luther King, Rosa Parks and Malcom X were all part of this "movement" during the 1950s and 60s.
What is the "Civil Rights Movement"?
The State and city in which the Hollywood sign can be found.
What is Los Angeles?
English equivalent for "être rouge comme une tomate".
What is "to blush".
The snacks little kids often leave "for Santa Clause" on Christmas Eve.
What are milk and cookies?
The southernmost state in the United States.
What is Florida?
The major economic crisis in the United States during the 1930s that ended after World War II.
What is "The Great Depression"?
The State in which Niagara Falls can be found.
What is New York State?
English equivalent to the phrase: "il/elle m’a posé un lapin!".
What is "to be stood up" ?
Seniors in high school often ask their friends and teachers to sign their --- (a collection of pictures, quotes, and memorable events in the form of a book).
What is a "yearbook"?
The name given to the "league" of the most prestigious universities in the United States.
What is the "Ivy League"?
The American President during World War I.
Who is "Woodrow Wilson".
The name given to the area/neighborhood in New York City in which the attacks on September 11th took place.
What is "Ground Zero"?
English equivalent to "faire la grasse matinée".
What is "to sleep in"?
Traditional Thanksgiving Day foods, aside from Turkey... name 3.
What is cranberry sauce, macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, pies, gravy, stuffing, corn bread, etc.)?
The American President who won the Nobel Peace Prize during his first term in 2009.
Who is "Barack Obama"?
The document put forth by President Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War that freed the slaves.
What is the "Emancipation Proclamation"?
Disneyland Park is located in this city in Florida.
What is Orlando?
English equivalent to "coup de foudre".
What is "love at first sight"?
Traditional outfit (clothing) worn by graduating high school and university students in the United States upon receiving their diploma.
What is a "cap and gown"?