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100

"This group of young refugees — many displaced during Sudan's civil war — were famously resettled in the United States beginning in the 1990s.

Who are the Lost Boys of Sudan?

100

"This patriotic song, written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812, later became the national anthem of the United States."

What is 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?

100

Clue: "Adopted by the United Nations in 1948, this document lists fundamental rights and freedoms that belong to every person."

What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

100

A person flees to another country because they fear being persecuted at home.


Refugee

100

What imperial power did the Declaration of Independence separate the US from?

Great Britan

200

"This official document, often issued by a country, certifies a person's nationality and is commonly used for international travel." 

What is a passport?

200

"This American sport, invented in the 19th century and featuring the Super Bowl as its championship, is the nation's most-watched televised event." 

What is American football?

200

 "This right ensures people can move freely within their country and leave or return to their own country." 

Answer: What is freedom of movement?

200

Having many different ways to think or to do something

What is Diversity?

200

"This 1941 surprise attack led the United States to enter World War II."  

What is the attack on Pearl Harbor?

300

12 million of these entered the United States between 1893 and 1954 through Ellis Island.

What is an immigrant?

300

 "This animated Character, created by Walt Disney in 1928, became an enduring symbol of American animation and entertainment."

 Who is Mickey Mouse

300

 "This right protects a person's freedom to hold opinions, receive information, and express ideas without undue government restriction."

Answer: What is freedom of expression?

300

The process of relocation to a new region.

What is migration

300

"This 19th‑ and early‑20th‑century New York City immigration processing center was the first stop for millions arriving by ship."

What is Ellis Island?

400

Identify 3 push and pull factors.

varies. 

400

This long-running American sitcom, centered on a yellow-haired animated family living in Springfield, premiered in 1989 and became a cultural touchstone." 

 What is The Simpsons?

400

"This right ensures people can take part in their country's public affairs, vote in genuine periodic elections, and access public services."

Answer: What is the right to participate in government (political rights)?

400
Define persecution

Cruel treatment based on religion, race, ethnic group, nationality, political views, gender, or class.

400

Name the last 5 US Presidents in order.

Bonus points if you put the terms in the correct order.

Bill Clinton 93-01, George W. Bush 01-09, Barack Obama 09-17, Donald Trump first term 2017-2021, Joe Biden 2021-2024, Donald Trump second term 24-present
500

"This status is granted to someone who crossed an international border fearing persecution and seeks protection under international law — a designation that applied to many fleeing conflict in Sudan

What is refugee status?

500

 "This 1950s genre blended rhythm and blues with country elements and launched stars like Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry."

 What is rock and roll?

500

"This doctrine in human rights law obliges states not to return individuals to a country where they face torture or persecution."

What is the principle of non-refoulement?

500

The shared Attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors of a group

What is Culture

500

What year was the U.S. Constitution ratified?

100 bonus points if you also include the year it was adopted in all 13 states.

what is June 21, 1788

100 bonus points if they include the 1790 adoption by all states.