Independence Day
What document declared the United States’ independence?
The Declaration of Independence
Which president is on the Lincoln Memorial?
Abraham Lincoln
What are the colors of the American flag?
Red, white, and blue
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
What holiday is called “America’s birthday”?
Independence Day
Which country did the U.S. break away from in 1776?
Great Britain
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
How many stars are on the U.S. flag?
50
What is the largest state in the U.S. by area?
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Alaska
What celebratory activity is most common on the 4th of July?
boom!
Fireworks
How many original colonies declared independence?
13
Which president bought the Louisiana Territory?
Initials TJ
Thomas Jefferson
What do the 13 stripes represent?
The original 13 colonies
What ocean is on the east coast of the U.S.?
Atlantic Ocean
What bird is the national symbol of the U.S.?
The bald eagle
Where was the Constitution written?
Philadelphia
clue (famous brand)
Which president made the Moon landing happen?
very famous both him and his wife
John F. Kennedy (initiated the mission)
very famous both him and his wife
What statue was a gift from France?
The Statue of Liberty
What river forms part of the border with Mexico?
The Rio Grande
Which U.S. event is known as the Macy’s Parade?
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Thanksgiving
Which amendment guarantees freedom of religion?
The First Amendment
Which U.S. president issued the Emancipation Proclamation?
think top hat and beard
Abraham Lincoln
What is the name of the famous cracked bell in Philadelphia?
The Liberty Bell
What are the Great Lakes?
Answer: Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, Ontario
Which U.S. state flag features a bear?
California