Flag Day History
In 1814 Francis Scott Key was so inspired by the American flag over Baltimore's Fort McHenry that he wrote what poem?
The Star-Spangled Banner. It officially became our national anthem in 1931.
What is done with worn or outdated flags?
They are destroyed, preferably by burning
What do the stars on the American flag represent?
The states of the United States.
Which iconic American landmark is located in New York City and stands as a symbol of freedom?
The Statue of Liberty
What is the name of the country with a flag featuring a red maple leaf?
Canada
Who drew the design of the first American flag?
Betsy Ross
Can a flag be flown at night?
Yes, but the flag should not be flown at night without a light on it.
Is the stripe at the top of the American flag red or white?
Red
On Flag Day citizens are supposed to say The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. How many words are in the Pledge?
31 words
Which country's flag is known as the Union Jack?
United Kingdom
What did the first American flag look like?
The Grand Union (also called the Cambridge Flag) had 13 stripes and the Union Jack in the corner
If a flag becomes dirty or soiled or touches the ground, should it be destroyed?
No. An American flag can be washed or dry-cleaned.
What do the colors of the U.S. flag represent?
(must get at least one correct representation for each color)
Red stands for hardiness and valor; white symbolizes purity and innocence; blue is for vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
Which state was the 50th state to join the United States?
Hawaii
How many coloured rings does the Olympic flag have?
Five
Who proclaimed June 14 as the official US Flag Day in 1949?
President Harry S. Truman
In what states is it illegal to burn the American flag?
0 states- Burning the flag is protected by the 1st Amendment. It is considered protected speech.
How many pieces of fabric does it take to make the American flag?
64 pieces. The current flag has 13 red and white alternating stripes and 50 stars on a blue background.
When did the American Civil War begin and end?
1861-1865
How many U.S. flags are on the moon?
6... of the six, five are still standing. The 1st moon flag, placed by Armstrong, was knocked over by the rocket blast as he and Aldrin left the moon.
Which state became the first to honor Flag Day as a state holiday?
Pennsylvania
True or False. When a flag is affixed to the side of a vehicle, it should be oriented so that the Union (blue rectangle) is toward the back.
FALSE. The Union should always be toward the front. This is to give the impression that the flag is blowing backwards as the vehicle moves forward.
When was the last time the design of the U.S. Flag was changed?
July 4th 1960, when a star was added for the 50th state- Hawaii
Name 6 of the original 13 colonies.
Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, New York, and Rhode Island
Is it ever appropriate to fly a flag upside down?
Yes, in an emergency. An upside-down flag indicates someone is in dire trouble and in need of immediate help.