American Flag
How many stripes does our flag have?
13
What are the two MAIN political parties in the United States?
Democratic & Republican
Independence Day was on what date?
July 4th (1776)
This branch of the military patrols the coast of the United States.
Coast Guard
The United States shares a border with which two countries?
Canada & Mexico
How many stars do we have on our flag?
50
The national bird for the United States is the
Bald Eagle
Which country did the Americans decide to "break away" from?
England
This branch of the military is in charge of defense of the country at sea.
Navy
Name of the first Pilgrim ship to arrive in America?
Mayflower
If an important event happens or figure dies, what is the proper thing to do to a flag?
fly at half mast
The capital of the United States is
Washington, DC (district of columbia)
What famous drink did the American colonists dump off the side of the ships into the Boston Harbor?
Tea (1773)
This branch of the US military is in charge of peace and security and the defense of the country on the ground forces.
Army
Which President is on the penny and the $5.00 bill?
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
How many original British colonies existed in America?
13
What important group led the American Revolution?
Sons of Liberty (Samuel Adams)
This branch of the US military is responsible for air defense and air warfare.
Air Force
Which president is on the nickel? (Hint: 3rd President)
Thomas Jefferson
The American flag stands for this key word.
Freedom
Name ONE of the last states to join the US.
Alaska (49th - January 1959)
Hawaii (50th - August 1959)
The number one reason the Americans wanted their own country was to get away from WHAT?
Tax
This branch of the US military is responsible for working with the other branches to advance and conduct operations on land and air in foreign countries.
Marine Corps
Which person is on the $100.00 bill (Hint: He was never a US President)
Benjamin Franklin