Presidential Trivia
US History 101
Law or Nah?
Maine Township Lore
Mr. Connolly
100
Who is the only President that has unanimously won the Electoral College?
George Washington
100
This document, signed in 1776, declared the American colonies free from British rule.
Declaration of Independence
100
Congress can create a law with a simple majority in both chambers.
Law- true- A bill can become a law with a simple majority (50% plus 1 vote)
100
What Maine South alumna served as a Secretary of State for the United States?
Hillary Rodham Clinton
100
True or False- I was an All-State Musician in high school
True! I played violin from 3 years old through high school.
200
What was the longest presidency in American history? (# of days- closest to the answer gets points)
4,423 (President Franklin D. Roosevelt- was elected 4 times from 1932 Election through 1944)
200
Put the following in chronological order:
Bombing of Pearl Harbor, Treaty of Versailles, the Great Depression, the American Revolutionary War
American Revolution
Treaty of Versailles
Great Depression
Bombing of Pearl Harbor
200
Freedom of speech means you can say anything, anywhere, anytime without consequences.
Nah- false- Some speech, like threats or inciting violence, is not protected
200
What famous actor was a graduate of Maine East High School?
Harrison Ford
200
Do I prefer Starbucks or Dunkin?
Dunkin- if you ever see me with a Venti Salted Caramel Cold Brew with light ice, extra cold foam, extra caramel drizzle, and 2 extra pumps of vanilla, it has been a rough day.
300
What was the shortest presidency in American history? (# of days)
32 days (William Henry Harrison died after refusing to wear a coat during his inauguration and delivering the longest inaugural speech in history- almost 2 hours- and died of pneumonia about a month later)
300
"The shot heard round the world" refers to what historical event?
Battle of Lexington and Concord/Start of American Revolution
300
In Arizona, donkeys are not allowed to sleep in bathtubs.
Law- Arizona has a law that prohibits donkeys from sleeping in bathtubs. This unusual statute dates back to 1924 and was enacted following a peculiar incident in Kingman, Arizona. A rancher near Kingman allowed his donkey to sleep in an old bathtub on his property. During a flood caused by a dam break, the bathtub—with the donkey inside—was swept away by the rising waters. The town invested considerable resources to rescue the donkey and return it safely to land. In response to the incident and the challenges faced during the rescue, the local government passed a law making it illegal for donkeys to sleep in bathtubs.
300
What year was Maine South founded? Closest to the answer gets points!
1964
300
What is the best flavor of ice cream?
A) Chocolate
B) Superman
C) Mint Chocolate Chip
D) Cookie Dough
D) Cookie Dough- it is an ELITE flavor
400
President Teddy Roosevelt is credited with saving what popular sport?
American Football
400
This deal doubled the size of the United States
Louisiana Purchase
400
In Illinois, it is illegal to own more than 73 fancy rats.
Nah- (false)- I completely made that up
400
In what Maine Township building was the movie The Breakfast Club filmed?
Maine North High School (Yes, there used to be a Maine North High School that was closed in 1981).
400
Growing up I thought I was going to be a(n)
a) Architect
b) Astronaut
C) Chimney Sweeper
D) Software Engineer
a) Architect- until I REALLY struggled with Geometry, and thought maybe architecture is not the path for me.
500
What former American President is this? Hint- he did not have a Vice President and he was the first President to receive a telegram.
Millard Fillmore
500
This US Supreme Court Case ended segregation in public schools
Brown v. Board of Education (1954)
500
In Washington state, it is illegal to harass Bigfoot
Law- In 1969, Skamania County passed Ordinance No. 1969-01, making it illegal to harm or harass Bigfoot or any "undiscovered subspecies." The ordinance was enacted to prevent hunters from targeting the mythical creature, especially after an increase in Bigfoot sightings and related activities in the area. Violations could result in a fine of up to $1,000 or imprisonment for up to one year.
500
The first graduating class from Maine Township High School District 207 saw how many students graduate?
3- in 1904!
500
What is my zodiac sign?
A) Gemini
B) Leo
C) Pisces
D) Aries
C) Pisces