National Mall Monuments
Smithsonian Treasures
Presidential Landmarks
American History in D.C.
Parks & Memorial Gardens
100
The tall white marble obelisk in D.C. honors which U.S. president?
- Abraham Lincoln
- George Washington
- Thomas Jefferson
- George Washington
100
The Smithsonian museums are free to visit.
True or False
True
100
You can see a big reflection of the Washington Monument in what pool?
- Washington Pool
- Reflection Pool
- Tidal Basin
- Reflection Pool
100
Arlington National Cemetery is across the river from D.C. in which state?
- Delaware
- Virginia
- Maryland
- Virginia across the Potomic River
100
What famous tree blossoms near the Jefferson Memorial each spring?
- Cherry blossoms
- Dog woods
- Magnolias
- Cherry blossoms
200
What shape is the World War II Memorial arranged in?
- square
- oval
- star
- oval
200
The Smithsonian’s logo looks like what? 
- a globe
- a sun
- a star
- a sun
200
Which president is honored with a memorial that features him seated in a large chair?
- Washington
- Lincoln
- Franklin
- Lincoln
200
The Washington Monument was once the tallest structure in the world.
True or False
True
The Washington Monument was once the tallest structure in the world upon its completion in 1884. It was surpassed in height by the Eiffel Tower in 1889, but it remains the tallest structure in Washington, D.C., the world's tallest stone structure, and the world's tallest obelisk.
200
What time of year do cherry blossoms bloom in D.C.?
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
300
What words are engraved behind the statue inside the Lincoln Memorial?
- The Gettysburg Address
- The Declaration of Independence
- The Emancipation Proclamation
- The Gettysburg Address
300
How many museums make up the Smithsonian Institution?
- 12
- 21
- 35
- 21
The Smithsonian Institution is made up of 21 museums and the National Zoo. Of these, 11 are located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., six more are in the D.C. area, two are in New York City, and two are currently in development.
300
The White House is located on what avenue?
- Jefferson Avenue
- Pennsylvania Avenue
- Liberty Avenue
- Pennsylvania Avenue
300
The World War II Memorial features how many pillars?
- 62
- 56
- 45
- 56
The World War II Memorial features 56 granite pillars, each representing one of the U.S. states and territories, as well as the District of Columbia, at the time of the war.
300
What large park in D.C. is often called “America’s front yard”?
- Lincoln Park
- National Mall
- D.C. Mall
- National Mall
This iconic park is home to many of the nation's most famous memorials, monuments, and museums, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the Smithsonian.
400
The Jefferson Memorial’s dome design was inspired by which famous building?
- The White House
- The Pantheon in Rome
- The Pyramids
- The Pantheon in Rome
400
The Smithsonian is often called:
- The Giant Castle
- America's Attic
- The People's House
- America's Attic
These nicknames highlight the institution's role as the home of an extensive collection of objects reflecting U.S. history and culture.
400
Which president served the longest term and has a large memorial near the Tidal Basin?
- Lincoln
- Jefferson
- Roosevelt
- Roosevelt
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is located near the Tidal Basin. It is a 7.5-acre memorial that includes four distinct outdoor "rooms," each representing one of FDR's terms in office, along with sculptures, fountains, and inspirational quotes from his presidency.
400
What important document is kept at the National Archives in D.C.?
- The Gettysburg Address
- The Declaration of Independence
- The Emancipation Proclamation
- The Declaration of Independence
The original founding documents known as the Charters of Freedom are found at the National Archives in D.C. : the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the U.S., and the Bill of Rights. These documents are on permanent display in the Rotunda and are instrumental to the foundation of the United States.
400
Which president’s memorial sits beside the Tidal Basin surrounded by cherry trees?
- Thomas Jefferson
- Abraham Lincoln
- George Washington
- Thomas Jefferson
500
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial lists over how many names of fallen service members?
- 15,000
- 58,000
- 95,000
- 58,000
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial lists the names of over 58,000 fallen service members.
500
Who founded the Smithsonian Institution?
- Smith Johnny
- James Smithson
- Smithson Jerry
- James Smithson
The Smithsonian Institution was founded by an English chemist and mineralogist named James Smithson. In his 1826 will, he left his fortune to the United States to create an institution "for the increase and diffusion of knowledge" in Washington, D.C.. Congress established the institution in 1846 to carry out the terms of his will.
500
The Washington Monument is how tall?
- 555 feet
- 777 feet
- 999 feet
- 555 feet
500
What do the 36 columns of the Lincoln Memorial represent?
- the 36 years he lived
- the 36 battles he was in
- the 36 states in the union when he died
- the 36 states in the union when he died
500
What park across the Potomac River has the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?
- Washington D.C. National Cemetery
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Soldiers National Cemetery
- Arlington National Cemetery
