American History
Who refused to give up her bus seat, sparking national civil rights protests for Black Americans?
Rosa Parks
What two states are not connected to the rest of the country?
Alaska and Hawai'i
Is it okay to be late in the US?
No, never
Which US state is the hottest on average?
Florida
Do Americans often wear sweatpants to the grocery store?
Yes
What is the most recent American state to join?
Hawai'i (in 1959)
What state is the Grand Canyon in?
Arizona
Is it acceptable to cheat at school?
No, if you cheat you will often fail the assignment.
How many time zones does the US have?
6
What is the US's population?
Around 330,000,000 people
What is the capital of the US?
Washington D.C.
How long does it take to drive from the top of California to the bottom?
Around 12 hours
How do many American friends greet each other?
By hugging and/or shaking hands
What two countries does the US border?
Canada and Mexico
How many McDonald's are there in the US?
When did the US declare its independence from Great Britain?
In 1776
What is the smallest American state?
Rhode Island (4,001 km²)
What is taboo to talk about in the US?
Religion, money, salary, weight and sometimes politics
How long does it take to drive from the East Coast to the West Coast (or vice versa)?
It depends, but an average of 35 to 40 hours
What percentage of Americans speak a second language?
21%
How long ago did the first settlers arrive on what is now American soil?
It's estimated around 12,000 years ago.
What is the biggest American state?
Alaska (1,717,856 km2)
How old do you have to be to buy or drink alcohol?
21
Which state has the most climate zones?
Colorado (with 16 climate zones)
What is the official language of the US?
There is no official language!