American History
What movement tried to end racial injustice?
Civil Rights movement, led by Martin Luther King Jr.
What are the two longest rivers in the USA?
Mississippi and Misouri
What does "Reside" mean?
To live
What was one thing that Benjamin Frankin was famous for?
He started free libraries and was the oldest member of the Constitutional Convention, and first Postmaster General of the United States.
If Geroge Washington was President in Guatemala what would his first name be?
Jorge
Name the three countries the US fought against in WWII.
Japan, Italy and Germany
What ocean is off the coast of Deleware?
Atlantic
What does "Habitual" mean?
To do something on a regular or daily basis.
Who is known as the father of the Constitution?
James Madison
What document contains "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness?
Declaration of Independence
What is known as the war between the North and the South?
The civil war. It was fought between 1861-1865.
Name three states that border Canada?
New York, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan. Minnesota, Montana, Alaska, Idaho, Washington, and North Dakota
What does "Renounce" mean?
To give up, to relinquish
Who is the current speaker of the house?
Mike Johnson
What is Memorial Day and when is it?
A holiday to honor soldiers who died in military service. It is celebrated the last Monday in May.
Name two authors of the Federalist Papers.
Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay
Name two US territories.
Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, or Guam
What is a "vigilante?"
A person who acts like the police but is not a member of the official police.
What is James Madison known for?
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Why do we celebrate Veteran's Day?
To Honor all people who have served in the U.S. military. Celebrated on Nov. 11th.
Why did the colonist fight the British?
They did not want to pay taxes to the King (Taxation without representation)
They wanted to self govern
What ocean is off the coast of Oregan?
Pacific
What is a "Waiver?"
A document giving up a right or claim.
Who was the first Chief Justice of the US?
George Washington appointed John Jay as the nation's first Chief Justice in 1789.
Bonus points! Tell me why you want to become an American Citizen. Truly, why is it important? Both teams must answer.
Both teams get 500 points!