American History
This man served as commander of the Continental Army and became the first president of the United States.
Who is George Washington?
This Jewish woman became queen and bravely approached the king to save her people.
Who is Esther?
This is the number of stars on the current American flag.
What is 50?
Finish the verse: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him...”
“…should not perish, but have everlasting life.” — John 3:16
This song begins, “O say can you see, by the dawn's early light.”
What is "The Star-Spangled Banner"?
Adopted on July 4, 1776, this document announced that the thirteen colonies were independent of Great Britain.
What is The Declaration of Independence?
This woman told Naomi, “thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God.”
Who is Ruth?
This is the number of stripes on the American flag, representing the original colonies.
What is 13?
Finish the verse: “I can do all things through Christ...”
“…which strengtheneth me.” — Philippians 4:13
This patriotic song includes the words, “O beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain.”
What is "America the Beautiful"?
In 1803, the United States acquired a vast territory from France in this famous land deal.
What is The Louisiana Purchase?
This prophetess and judge of Israel instructed Barak concerning battle.
Who is Deborah?
According to a famous American tradition, this Philadelphia seamstress made an early American flag for George Washington.
Who is Betsy Ross?
Finish the verse: “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not...”
“…unto thine own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5
This Irving Berlin song asks God to bless the United States.
What is "God Bless America"?
Ratified in 1865, this amendment abolished slavery in the United States.
What is the Thirteenth Amendment
DAILY DOUBLE - This woman was the mother of John the Baptist and, along with her husband, was described as “righteous before God.”
Who is Elisabeth?
After witnessing the bombardment of Fort McHenry, this man wrote the words that became “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
Who is Francis Scott Key?
Finish the verse: “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles...”
“…they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” — Isaiah 40:31
Julia Ward Howe wrote the words to this Civil War-era song beginning, “Mine eyes have seen the glory...”
What is "Battle Hymn of the Republic"?