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What document officially declared the United States' independence?

A. Declaration of Separation

B. Declaration of Independence

C. Bill of Rights

D. The Constitution

B. Declaration of Independence

This document declared the Colonies' independence from Great Britain

100

Who was the first US president?

A. Thomas Jefferson

B. Andrew Jackson

C. George Washington

D. John Adams

C. George Washington!

First, serving as a Commander-in-Chief in the Revolutionary War, he was then offered the role of king, but firmly declined. He was later elected the first president and stepped down after two terms.

100

This recent hit musical, debuting on Broadway in 2015, follows the life of which founding father?

A. George Washington

B. Benjamin Franklin

C. Alexander Hamilton

D. Thomas Jefferson

C. Alexander Hamilton!

This musical follows the achievements of Hamilton, who served as the first Secretary of the Treasury under George Washington.

100

One of the most influential rock stars rose to fame in the 1950s and was nicknamed "The King of Rock and Roll." Who was he?

A. Chuck Berry

B. Billy Joel

C. Elvis Presley

D. Ray Charles

C. Elvis Presley!

Known for his unique music and iconic dance moves, he quickly rose to fame during the 1950s and became one of the best-selling artists of all time.

100

What is Florida's nickname?

A. Heatwave

B. Sharkbite capital

C. Alligator Heaven

D. Sunshine State

D. Sunshine state!

Florida is called this because of it abundance of sunlight and warm climate.

200

What was the name of the ship that carried some of the first pilgrims from England?

A. Anne

B. The Fortune

C. Mayflower

D. Little James

C. Mayflower!

The Mayflower was the first ship carrying pilgrims to reach the Americas

200

Which revolutionary figure rode through Massachusetts to warn people of approaching British troops?

A. Paul Revere

B. James Madison

C. Andrew Jackson

D. Thomas Gage

A. Paul Revere!

Paul Revere is best known for his "Midnight Ride" that warned colonists of approaching British Troops before the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

200

What popular snack was invented in the United States?

A. Twinkies

B. Popcorn

C. French Fries

D. Kit Kats

A. Twinkies!

Twinkies were invented in Illinois by James Dewar in April of 1930

200

What was the name of the American Astronaut who was the first man on the moon?

A. Michael Collins

B. Buzz Aldrin

C. Neil Armstrong

D. John Glenn

C. Neil Armstrong!

He, along with his two crewmates, were the first men to walk on the moon. But Neil Armstrong was the first man to step foot on the moons surface.

200

What is Florida's state animal?

A. Peacock

B. Panther

C. Alligator

D. Bobcat

B. Panther!

The panter was chosen as the states animal in 1982 by students in Florida!

300

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

A. John Adams

B. Thomas Jefferson

C. Benjamin Franklin

D. Alexander Hamilton

B. Thomas Jefferson!


While both John Adams and Benjamin Franklin assisted in the creation, Thomas Jefferson is considered the main author. 

300

Which US president is credited as the author of the Declaration of independence?

A. John Adams

B. Alexander Hamilton

C. Thomas Jefferson

D. George Washington

C. Thomas Jefferson!

Credited as the author of the declaration of independence, Thomas Jefferson was elected as the third president of the United states, serving from 1801 to 1809

300

What important historical artifact contains a typo?

A. The Liberty Bell

B. The Bill of Rights

C. The Federalist Papers

D. Articles of Confederation

A. The Liberty Bell

Though not considered a typo at the time, the Liberty Bell spelled Pennsylvania as "Pensylvania" only containing one N.

300

What year did America put the first man on the moon?

A. 1960

B. 1965

C. 1969

D. 1971

C. 1969!

In July of 1969, the Apollo 11 mission placed three American men on the moon.

300

What year did Disney World open in Orlando Florida?

A. 1955

B. 1982

C. 2000

D. 1971

D. 1971!

The construction and opening of the Disney parks in Florida inspired a large economic boom in the central Florida area.

400

What year did the United States gain its independence from Great Britain?

A. 1890

B. 1955

C. 1715

D. 1776

D. 1776!

On July 4th, 1776, the United States severed its political ties with Great Britain and created the Continental Congress.

400

What was the name of the king that ruled over Great Britian and the Colonies during the revolutionary war?

A. King Charles

B. King Henry

C. King George III

D. King Harry

C. King George III

One of the longest reigning monarchs of Great Britian, he ruled over the colonies and eventually surrendered, marking the end of the revolutionary war.

400

By the acre, how much pizza would you guess is eaten in America each day?

A. 200

B. 400

C. 800

D. 100

D. 100!

As one of the most popular dishes in America, it is estimated that there are around 100 acres of pizza eaten a day (according to Google)

400

What iconic movie series debuted in the 1970s and successfully changed the film industry?

A. Top Gun

B. Ghostbusters

C. Indiana Jones

D. Star Wars

D. Star Wars!

With scenes filmed in some of Californias national parks and released in a small number of theaters in the United States, it quickly became a worldwide blockbuster that changed the film industry for good!

400
What is the oldest city in Florida?


A. Orlando

B. Tampa

C. St. Augustine

D. Miami

C. St. Augustine!

Established by Spanish explorers in the 1560s, it is the oldest city in Florida!

500

What was the first capital city of the United States?

A. New York

B. Washington, D.C.

C. Philadelphia

D. Boston

A. New York!

New York was the original capital of the United States, but it was later moved to Philadelphia. Then, it was finally moved to Washington, D.C. in December of 1800.

500

Benjamin Franklin is known for his involvement in the Revolutionary War, but he was also a scientist, what did he invent?

A. The lightning rod

B. The light bulb

C. The telegram

D. The telephone

A. The lightning rod


Aside from his involvement in the Revolutionary War, Benjamin Franklin is well known for his work with electricity. His famous kite experiment helped him in the eventual creation of the lightning rod.

500

How many Hot Dogs are eaten on the 4th of July?

A. 200 million

B. 150 million

C. 100 million

D. 50 million

B. 150 million!

It is estimated that we consume around 150 million hot dogs on the 4th of July

500

What was the biggest fear of the general public when the year changed from 1999 to 2000?

A. Sharks

B. Fashion shifts

C. Computer bugs

D. Literal bugs

C. Computer bugs!

Otherwise known as "Y2K" there was a fear in the general public that, because of incorrect programming, when the year changed to 2000 there would be nationwide computer issues. So what happened? Nothing!

500
What is Florida largest export?


A. Aviation parts

B. Citrus

C. Tomatoes

D. Sugarcane

B. Citrus!

Florida is the largest exporter of citrus in the United States, and is well know for its fresh produce.