History
This letter, signed in 1776, marked the formal declaration of the American colonies’ independence from Britain.
What is the Declaration of Independence?
The Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, is located in this state.
Known as the "King of Pop," he released hits like "Thriller" and "Billie Jean."
Who is Michael Jackson?
This holiday, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, centers around a large meal with turkey.
What is Thanksgiving?
The U.S. Congress consists of two chambers: the Senate and this chamber.
What is the House of Representatives.
This war, fought between 1861 and 1865, was primarily about slavery and states' rights.
What is the Civil War?
The longest river in the United States terminates in this southern U.S. state.
What is Louisiana?
This famous inventor is credited with creating and making practical the production of a lighbulb
This fast-food chain, founded in San Bernardino California in 1955, is known for its golden arches and hamburgers.
What is McDonald's?
This amendment to the U.S. Constitution grants freedom of speech, religion, and the press.
What is the First Amendment?
In 1803, the U.S. acquired a vast amount of land from France, nearly doubling its size in what is called this purchase.
What is the Louisiana Purchase?
The Gulf of Mexico, a large body of water, separates the United States from this southern country.
What is Cuba?
He directed films like E.T., Jaws, and Jurassic Park.
Who is Steven Spielberg?
Francis Scott Key wrote this important tune during the War of 1812 while trapped in a prison boat off the coast of Maryland.
What is the National Anthem, or the "Star-Spangled Banner"?
The President of the United States is elected every this many years.
What are four-year terms?
This U.S. president was in office during the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Civil Rights Movement.
John F. Kennedy
This state is known for its volcanic activity and is home to the famous volcano, Mount St. Helens.
What is Washington?
This author wrote The Great Gatsby, a novel about wealth and society in the Jazz Age.
Who is F. Scott Fitzgerald?
These incredibly famous movies connected trilogies are critiques of American foreign policy both in Vietnam and Iraq, according to the director.
What is Star Wars?
Only 4 US Presidents have ever been assassinated. Name 2. For a bonus 400 points, name a third.
Who are McKinley, Garfield, Lincoln, and Kennedy?
The 1929 stock market crash led to this period of economic hardship.
For a bonus 500 points, provide the name of the day that is typically considered the start of this crash.
What is The Great Depression?
Bonus: Black Monday
This is the closest country to the United States that does not share a land border.
What is Russia?
This woman is famous for leading enslaved people escape to freedom. For 500 points, name the woman. For an additional 500 points, provide the name of the trail that she took them along.
Who is Harriet Tubman? What is the Underground Railroad?
This American holiday, held on the last Monday in May, honors military service members who have died in wars.
What is Memorial Day? (Not Veteran's Day)
Who is Grover Cleveland?