The US
What do the letters "USA" stand for?
United States of America
What is the name of the famous statue that welcomes visitors to New York City?
The Statue of Liberty
What is a locker?
A small cupboard where students keep their books and personal things
On which coast of the USA is California?
On the west coast
What do you call a very tall building with many floors?
A skyscraper
What are two things the USA is famous for?
Possible answers: New York City, Hollywood, national parks, technology, sports, etc.
What is Central Park?
Central Park is a large public park in the middle of Manhattan.
How do many American students get to school?
By school bus.
What is Hollywood famous for?
It is famous for the film industry and movie stars.
Complete the sentence using the passive: English _______ (speak) in many parts of the USA.
is spoken
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
One of the most iconic skyscrapers in New York City
What is a prom?
A formal school dance, usually for older students
Which famous city in California is known for the Golden Gate Bridge?
San Francisco
What activity do people do when they walk for a long time in nature or in the mountains?
Hiking
What is special about Silicon Valley?
Silicon Valley is famous because many important technology companies, like Google and Apple, are located there.
What is Broadway famous for?
It is famous for its theatres and musicals
How is an American high school often different from a German school?
more clubs and sports teams, lockers, a cafeteria, school spirit, different subjects, etc.
Which ocean borders California?
The Pacific Ocean
Complete the sentence using the gerund: I enjoy _______ (travel) to new places.
travelling
Why is the USA often called a "melting pot"?
Because people from many different cultures and backgrounds live there and influence society.
Why do millions of immigrants associate New York City with hope and new opportunities?
Because many immigrants arrived there to start a new life and achieve their dreams.
Put them in the correct order: sophomores, seniors, juniors, freshmen?
freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors
What is the name of a famous national park in California? - You have to pronounce it correctly.
Yosemite National Park, Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, or Sequoia National Park
Change the sentence into the passive: People watch many musicals on Broadway.
Many musicals are watched on Broadway.