American Geography
This former Mexican Territory is the largest state in the mainland
What is
Texas
Of all the nationalities that immigrated to America, this group is the only one that left their country without a choice
What is
Africans
You don’t mean to give directions when you say this. You say this to someone who might be grieving
What is
There, there.
The correct structure for “Open / Close the light”
What is
Turn on / turn off the light
From among the 50 States, this is the only one that used to be a monarchy
What is
Hawaii
Also called The Old Line State
This is the state that donated the district where the nation’s Capital is now located
What is
Maryland
This group of people often get stereotyped to being Mexicans just because they speak Spanish. There is a correct way to call the Latinos.
What is
Hispanics
When you are angry at the wrong person or when looking for something in the wrong place you are said to be doing this.
What is
Barking up the wrong tree
“I can be able to” is a common error. Instead of this, you say…
What is
I can or I am able to
A popular toy
named after T.R,
the, 26th President of the US
What is
Teddy Bear
The day when 48 States adjusts their clocks one hour in advance. This starts the spring forward period
What is
The second Sunday of March
This American value makes sure that everyone, no matter what ethnicity, gender, or religion they belong, is treated the same way and with the same level of respect
What is
Equality
This is how much it costs to share your opinion, according to the popular idiom
What is
Two Cents
It doesn’t always necessarily mean using public transportation. This actually refers to the regular travel between 2 places. Normally from home to work and back
What is
Commuting
The iconic building where both chambers of the legislative branch sit. It was attacked by the Trump loyalists on January 6th, 2021 protesting the election outcome declaring Biden as President
What is
The Capitol
The season when 48 States of America return to Standard Time.
Also called “Fall back” as they turn back their clocks an hour from the old DST
What is
Autumn or Fall
One must refrain from using words like Stewardess, Policeman, Actress, or Fireman. These are not politically correct because of this reason
What is
Gender biased
This is a terrible wish to say in reality, but performers would really appreciate you for it
What is
Break a leg
"Do you mind if I smoke”?
If you don’t like smoke, this is the proper response. You may also hear the bride and groom say this at their wedding
What is
Yes, I do
In Paris, France, Alexander Gustave Eiffel erected the most iconic landmark in world named after him. He was also the structural engineer for this most popular American landmark
What is
The Statue of Liberty
Most of the United States follow the DST system except for these 2 States
What are
Arizona and Hawaii
Handicap is an acceptable term in golf. But to describe someone as “handicapped” is offensive. So say this instead.
What is
Person With Disability (PWD)
This idiom refers to everything, the whole lot, the totality. It is one measure short of a "down" in American football, but the full length of a machine gun's ammunition belt
What is
The whole nine yards
A favorite but incorrect expression to mean to examine or look over thoroughly. People tend to say this even if it’s the first time they’re doing it
What is
Double check
Detroit, MI is also called Motown, short for motor town because this is where most of American cars are built, and home to these 3 big names in the industry.
What are
GM, Ford, and Chrysler