American History
Geography
Vocabulary N400
Famous Men etc.
Random Facts
100

He came to American in 1492. 

Christopher Columbus

100

Name one US Territory.

Guam, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Mariana Islands, and Somao, (Washington DC can also be considered a territory). 

100

What does "habitual" mean?

Something that is done routinely, or on a daily basis. 

100

What bank note does George (AKA Jorge) Washington appear on? 

The one dollar bill. 

100

If George Washington was President in Guatemala what would his first name likely be known as? 

Jorge- Jorge Washington 

200

Name the U.S was fought between the North and the South.

The Civil War

200

What are the two longest rivers in the US. 


*Name both*

Mississippi, and Missouri rivers.

200

What does "penalty" mean?

A punishment for breaking a law.

200

Who was one of the writers of the Federalist Papers and became the first Supreme Court Justice? 

John Jay

200

In the 1950's and 60's, the US fought against Communism. What was this also know as? 

The Cold War

300

Who did the US fight in WWII?


*Answer must be complete.

Japan, Germany and Italy

300

What was the first U.S. capital?

New York City

300

What does "renounce" mean? 

To give up something (title of nobility/monarchy or allegiance) in another country. 

300

Who is known as the "Father" of our Constitution? 

James Madison. He was the 4th President of the United States. He served two terms in office from 1809 to 1817. 

300

Every year we remember Americans who died fighting in the U.S wars. What day is it and when is it? 

Memorial Day/ Last Monday in May. 

400

Why did the Colonists fight the British?

To gain independence- to be self-governing

Rebel against unfair taxation

Forced housing of British troops


400

What ocean lies off the cost of Rhode Island? 


Atlantic

400

What does "Vigilante" mean?

One who acts like the police but is not a member of the offer police. 
400

What is the Title of our National Anthem? 

Star Spangled Banner. Originally written as a poem by Francis Scott Key. 

400

What are two Cabinet level positions?

Secretary: Agriculture, Commerce, Defense, Education, Energy, Health & Human Services, Homeland Security, Housing & Urban Development, Interior, State, Transportation, Treasury, Veteran's Affairs, Labor, Attorney General, and Vice President. 

500

Why does the flag have 13 stripes?

The stripes represent the original 13 colonies. 

500

Name at three states that border Canada.

New York, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, Michigan, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Alaska, Idaho, Minnesota, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

500

What is a "Waiver?" 

A document that gives up a right or claim. 

500

What is the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution? 

It limits the President to serving two-terms. 

This question is now added to the new list post October 2025. 

500

This document promises Free Speech for all Americans. 

US Constitution