People
Name one of the two people who were sent out to explore the Louisiana Purchase.
Lewis and Clark
Where does the President of the United States live?
The White House
Passport
What are the 3 layers of government?
Local, State, Federal
What is my favorite color?
Orange
Who was President when the Louisiana Purchase was bought?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the name of the river that runs from North to South and divides the United States?
The Mississippi River
What is a person who comes to live in a new land?
Immigrant
Name one thing explorers were looking for during their explorations.
Gold, more land, Fountain of Youth, a passageway to Asia
Who is Taylor Swift engaged to?
Travis Kelce
Who is said to have discovered North America?
Christopher Columbus
In what city does the national (federal) government meet?
Washington, D.C.
This document set up a plan for governing the United States.
The Constitution
What is the motto of the United States?
E Pluribus Unum
American football ends with a championship game in February called what?
The Superbowl
Before an amendment was made, who was NOT allowed to vote (besides children)
women
Lewis and Clark were also trying to find a way to what place on their explorations?
The Pacific Ocean
A change to the Constitution is called what?
An amendment
What are the 3 branches of the national government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
When is the last day of school?
May 22
What was the name of the mayor of New York that we read about?
Fiorello La Guardia
What is the capital of Illinois?
Springfield
What is the money the government collects to pay for its services called?
Taxes
What type of government has its leaders elected?
republic
What day of the week is Christmas this year?
Thursday