Girl Scouts
American History
Memorial Day
100

What is Robert Baden-Powell famous for

Best known for starting a worldwide scouting movement

100

What city was the first capital of the United States?

New York City – George Washington made the first inaugural address on Aril 30, 1789

100

What is the most popular activity people participate in on Memorial Day?

Visiting friends and family

200

What is the aviation program called started in 1959, J.L. Burnside started for Senior Girl Scouts

Wing Scouts

200

When was the Declaration of Independence signed?

August 2nd, 1776

200

Approximately how  many people barbecue on Memorial Day weekend? (Increments of 25%)

75%

300

On October 1, 2008, all levels were renamed to what

“Girl Scout” as the beginning of their name, (Girl Scout Daisy)

300

What did Paul Revere shout on his midnight ride in 1775?

The regulars are coming!  No one used the used the term “British”

300

True or False

Memorial Day is celebrated in ten countries

False,

Memorial Day is an American holiday

400

The 20th National Council of GSUSA launched a program designed for older Girl Scouts interested in outdoor water-based activities.

Mariner Girl Scout program

400

What started the great Chicago fire of 1871?

It remains uncertain. A cow kicking over a lantern is a myth.

400

Where is the tomb of the unknown soldier located?

Arlington National Cemetery

500

In 2006, the national board of directors consolidated the 312 councils into how many

109 councils

500

When did the American Civil War end?

May 9,1865 President Andrew Johnson officially declared victory on May 9, 1865.

500

The original name of Memorial Day

Decoration Day