US History Basics
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What was the war between the Northern and Southern states called?
The Civil War
Who gave the famous “I Have a Dream” speech?
Martin Luther King Jr
Which civilization built the pyramids?
Ancient Egyptians
How many states are in the United States?
50
What war did the United States fight to gain independence from Great Britain?
The American Revolution
What holiday celebrates American independence from Britain?
Who was the 16th President of the United States during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
Which ancient empire constructed the Colosseum?
The Roman Empire
What do we call the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
What document begins with the words "We the People"?
The Constitution
What did the Civil Rights Movement work to change?
Racial discrimination / segregation
Who invented the lightbulb?
Thomas Edison
In which civilization were the first Olympic Games held?
Ancient Greece
What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What event in 1941 caused the United States to enter World War II?
The attack on Pearl Harbor
Who helped enslaved people escape using the Underground Railroad?
Harriet Tubman
What title was given to the leaders of Ancient Egypt?
Pharaohs
What branch of government does the President lead?
The Executive Branch
What purchase doubled the size of the United States in 1803?
The Louisiana Purchase
The Great Depression was mostly about what major problem?
The economy / money crises
Who was the main leader of the Soviet Union in the early Cold War?
Joseph Stalin
What large sea was central to ancient trade and located between Europe, Africa, and Asia?
The Mediterranean Sea
How long is a U.S. Senator’s term in office?
6 Years