History
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence and where was it written?
Thomas Jefferson; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Who is the Commander in Chief?
President Donald J Trump
Who is believed to have sew the first U.S. flag?
Betsy Ross
In what year was the Army established?
1775
What are the three types of map?
Topographical, elevation, and strip
In what year was the Constitution ratified?
1788
Out of the three branches of government, which branch is responsible for interpreting the law?
The judicial branch
When was the current U.S. flag approved?
1960
How many branches are in the military? What are they?
6 branches; Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, and Space Force
What are the five U.S. territories?
Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islans
From what year to what year was the American Revolution?
1775-1783
Who are the next two people in line for the Presidency?
The Vice President and the Speaker of the House
What are the three most common flags flown at state and federal government buildings?
Storm, post, and garrison
Who was the first Commander of the Continental Army?
George Washington
What are the two longest rivers in the U.S?
The Missouri River and the Mississippi River
During what conflict was the Star-Spangled Banner written? Who wrote it, and in what year?
The War of 1812; Francis Scott Key; 1814
Who is in charge of the Senate?
Vice President JD Vance
Describe the Army Flag
A white flag with a blue replica of the War Officer Seal and the words “United States Army” in white
What are the 7 Army Values?
Leadership, Duty, Respect, Selfless service, Honesty, Integrity, and Personal courage
What are the five basic colors on a map?
Blue (water), green (vegetation), brown (contour lines/elevation), black (man-made structures), and red (major roads)
When was the last time the U.S. officially declared war? Name the country, conflict, and year
Japan; WWII; 1941
When was the most recent amendment to the Constitution ratified?
1992
What does each color on the U.S. flag symbolize?
Red: Hardiness and valor
White: Purity and innocence
Blue: Vigilance, perseverance, and justice
What is the purpose of a five-star general?
To control the Army in times of war
Names 10 states East of the Mississippi River
Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio