American History
This infamous event on December 7, 1941, led the United States to enter World War II
The attack on Pearl Harbor
Who were Naomi’s two daughters-in-law?
Orpah and Ruth
This invention by Alexander Graham Bell was patented in 1876
The telephone
What is the term for the phenomenon of birds flying to warmer climates in the fall and returning in the spring?
Migration
What is the largest school district in the United States?
Which state is America's flattest, with a difference of only 345 feet between its highest and lowest points?
Florida
What did Jesus do when he saw Mary of Bethany’s tears?
He wept
She became the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1979
Margaret Thatcher
This North American fruit, related to the apple, is often used to make a classic fall pie with a lattice crust on top
Pear
What is the Drum Major's purpose in a Marching Band?
To conduct during a show
The Drum Major conducts during a show and is in charge of the band if no one else of higher authority is around. They may be in charge of warm-ups and basic block
Out of the nine wars the US participated in, these two lasted the longest
The Revolutionary War and Vietnam War
What was Hannah’s prayer?
She prayed for a son
Canberra is the capital of this country
Australia
This tree, known for its distinctive peeling bark, turns a beautiful golden color in the fall, making it a popular choice for landscaping
Birch tree
In what year did yellow become the official color of American school buses?
This president vetoed more legislation than any other president
Franklin Delano Rosevelt
What was Rachel doing when she first met Jacob?
Herding Sheep
This purchase doubled the size of the United States in 1803
The Louisiana Purchase
What event marks the official start of the fall season in the Northern Hemisphere?
Autumnal Equinox
In what country did the tradition of giving apples to teachers originate?
Denmark
According to the Census Bureau, what are the five most common surnames in the United States
Smith, Johnson, Williams, Jones and Brown
Who delivered Paul’s letter to the Roman church?
Phoebe
This French soup is made from onions and beef stock, usually served with cheese-topped croutons
What type of tree, often found in the southeastern United States, displays a striking yellow hue in the autumn and is named after a nut?
Hickory tree
What does the alternative to the US high school diploma, GED stand for?
General Educational Development