History
What are the first ten amendments to the U.S Constitution called ?
The Bill of Rights (bonus points if you can name a specific amendment)
What does it take to earn an E in citizenship
Mr. Petties will judge the answers
Give an example of practicing Discipline as a student
Mr. Petties will judge the answer
What massive defensive structure was built across northern China?
The Great Wall of China
How many continents are there ?
7. Bonus Q: Name all 7
What major event began in Europe in 1914?
World War I
Mr. Petties will judge the answer
Name a soft skill
Examples: Communication, Gratitude, reliability, time management
Name 3 different US president
What is the longest River in South America
The Amazon River
What document declared the American colonies independent from Great Britain?
Declaration of Independence. Bonus Question: What year was it signed?
True or False: A Riveroll student only shows discipline when a teacher is watching
What does the acronym REACH stand for?
Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship, Hard Work
What major event began after Germany invaded Poland in 1939?
World War II
How many oceans are there ?
Officially 5. Name them
What civilization is known for creating democracy in Athens?
Ancient Greece
What is the name of the school song
The Greatest Love of All by Whitney Houston
Respect Myself
Respect Others
Who painted the Mona Lisa
Leonardo da Vinci
What imaginary line divides the Earth into the Northern & Southern Hemisphere
The equator
Who was the president of the United States during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What are the 5 rules
1. Yes maam, or No sir when addressing an adult
2. Make eye contact when someone is speaking
3. Compliment Others
4. Respect other students comments, opinions & ideas
5. If you win, do not brag, if you lose, do not show anger
What is GPA's mission statement?
The mission of Gompers Preparatory Academy in partnership with UCSD & our community is to accelerate academic achievement for all students through a college preparatory culture & curriculum.
Who gave the famous "I have a Dream" speech ?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What do we call a large area of land surrounded by water on three sides? For example, Baja California in Northwestern Mexico
A peninsula