History
Where is the Declaration of Independence kept?
National Archives in Washington, D.C.
How many Stars and Stripes did the first US flag have?
13 Stars and 13 Stripes
This part of the legislative branch has representation based on population.
The House of Representatives
John F. Kennedy
"As I went walking that ribbon of highway, I saw above me that endless highway..."
"This Land is Your Land"
Name one of the two signers of the Dec. of Independence that went on to become US presidents.
John Adams, Thomas Jefferson
What is the proper way to fold the American flag?
In a triangular shape
The first ruling document of our nation
The Articles of Confederation
"...that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom - and that government of the people, by the people, and for the people, shall not perish from the earth."
Abraham Lincoln
Who originally sings God Bless the USA (I'm Proud to be an American)?
Lee Greenwood
Where was the first celebration of Independence Day held? Hint: It starts with a "P"
Philadelphia
Red symbolizes valor and blue symbolizes justice on the American flag. What does white symbolize?
Purity
What right does the second amendment protect?
Right to bear arms
"I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
Nathan Hale
The lyrics come from the poem "Defence of Fort M'Henry", written in 1814 after watching the bombardment of that fort from a British ship in the Baltimore harbor.
What is the Star Spangled Banner?
Who has the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence (hint: first signer)
John Hancock
How many american flags are on the moon?
6
What are two rights the first amendment protects?
Religion, speech, press, assembly, petition
"True patriotism springs from a belief in the dignity of the individual, freedom and equality not only for Americans but for all people on the earth, universal brotherhood and good will, and a constant striving toward the principles and ideals on which this country was founded."
A camp song, nonsense version has lyrics: "Be kind to your webfooted friends..."
The refrain of the real song has: "Hurrah for the flag of the free! May it wave as our standard forever..."
What is "Stars and Stripes Forever"?
Year the constitution was ratified
1787
What year was the 50 star US flag adopted?
1960
What is the primary power of the judicial branch of government?
Interpreting laws
"Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it."
Lyrics written in the middle of the Civil War by abolitionist Julia Ward Howe, put to music from the Civil War marching song, "John Brown's Body".
It begins "Mine Eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord..."
The Liberty Bell is tapped how many times every 4th of July?
13 times- in honor of the 13 colonies
Who planted the first American flag on the moon?
Neil Armstrong during the Apollo 11 mission
True or false: Congress has the sole power to declare war.
True
"Where liberty dwells, there is my country."
Benjamin Franklin
Composed by Tchaikovsky, commemorated Russia's defense against Napoleon's invasion, includes cannon fire as part of the performance. It is often played during 4th of July fireworks._
1812 Overture
What was the total number of people who signed the Declaration of Independence?
56
How many different versions of the American flag were created before the final one? Hint: The number is between 1-30
27
What are 4 jobs of the US president?
Head of State, Commander in Chief, Chief of Executive branch, Chief diplomat,Guardian of the Economy, Chief of political party
Which president said, "Freedom has its life in the hearts, the actions, the spirit of men and so it must be daily earned and refreshed - else like a flower cut from its life-giving roots, it will wither and die."
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Which patriotic song was originally created to mock American soldiers?
Yankee Doodle