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George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
Theodore Roosevelt
American Symbols
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Who was the first president of the United States of America?
George Washington
100
Thomas Jefferson was a talented what?
writer
100
What did Abraham Lincoln live in as child?
a log cabin
100
What was Theodore Roosevelt like as a child?
sickly
100
Where does the president live?
The White House
200
There is a legend about George Washington cutting something down. What did he cut down in the legend?
a cherry tree
200
What does an author do?
write a book, report, article
200
What was Abraham Lincoln's nickname?
Honest Abe
200
When Teddy got older he built up his body and became stronger. What activities did he enjoy outdoors?
hunting, fishing, hiking, climbing, and learning about wildlife
200
What did France give to the United States of America that is a symbol of our citizens' freedom?
The Statue of Liberty
300
During the Revolutionary War, what job did George Washington have?
He was a general.
300
What important document did Thomas Jefferson write?
The Declaration of Independence
300
What paper did Abraham Lincoln carry in his hat that was so important?
The Emancipation Proclamation, saying the slaves were free
300
What was Theodore Roosevelt's nickname?
Teddy
300
Why is the Washington Monument two colors of stone?
The country ran out of money while building the monument and had to wait until later to finish and the supply of stone was a different color.
400
During a read aloud about George Washington being a clever general, Washington tricked the British general, Howe, into thinking he had more men than he really did. How did Washington trick Howe?
He had his men build dirt mounds, then marched the men up one side, behind the mound, then up the other side, so it appeared there were men from one end of the mounds to the other.
400
What is another word for liberty?
freedom
400
What was the main issue over which the Civil War was fought?
slavery
400
Why are teddy bears named after Theodore Roosevelt?
He once would not shoot a bear during a hunt because it was already injured and tied up.
400
How many stars does the American Flag have on it?
50
500
What does it mean to be clever?
You are smart.
500
On what holiday do we as Americans celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence?
Fourth of July
500
Who was the president during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
500
What did Theodore Roosevelt's love of nature lead him to do when he became the president?
He conserved and protected nature, by setting aside National Parks.
500
Can you say the whole Pledge of Allegiance by yourself?
say the pledge