American History
In what year did the American colonies declare their independence from Great Britain?
What is 1776?
In 2011, Democratic Congressman Anthony Weiner resigned over a scandal involving inappropriate photos sent via what social media platform?
What is Twitter?
Ronald Reagan used the slogan "Make America Great Again" in his successful 1980 campaign. Who popularized this slogan in recent years?
Who is Donald Trump?
What is the name of the nine-branched candelabrum used during Hanukkah?
What is a menorah?
The 2000s saw the rise of reality TV, with this show featuring contestants living together and competing in challenges.
What is "Survivor"?
The Pilgrims sailed on the Mayflower and established a colony in 1620 in present-day Massachusetts. What is the name of this colony?
What is Plymouth?
This 2020 Democratic candidate dropped out of the race amid accusations of inappropriate conduct with female campaign staffers.
Who is Andrew Yang?
What federal agency enforces campaign finance laws in the United States?
What is the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?
Which U.S. president issued the first official White House Hanukkah message in 2001?
Who is George W. Bush?
This British band released their groundbreaking album "The Dark Side of the Moon" in 1973?
What is Pink Floyd
The Salem Witch Trials occurred in 1692 in which New England colony?
What is Massachusetts?
In a famous 1992 interview, Bill Clinton admitted to trying which recreational drug but claimed he didn't inhale?
What is marijuana?
Who used this phrase in their 1992 presidential campaign "It's the economy, stupid"?
What is Bill Clinton?
In the movie "Elf," what is the main character Buddy's favorite color?
What is yellow?
This fashion accessory, often worn by Madonna, was a trend in the 80s.
What is a lace glove?
The phrase "Manifest Destiny" was used to justify the expansion of the United States to which coast?
What is the Pacific Coast?
During the 1996 presidential campaign, Al Gore was criticized for attending a fundraising event at a Buddhist temple. In what state did this event take place?
What is California?
The Iowa State Fair is known for its political significance. What traditional food item do candidates often showcase there?
What are corn dogs?
In the United States, which president is credited with popularizing the use of Christmas trees in the White House?
Franklin D. Roosevelt?
The original Game Boy, released in 1989, was manufactured by this Japanese company.
What is Nintendo?
In what year did the United States enter World War I?
What is 1917?
Rudy Giuliani served as the mayor of which U.S. city before running for president?
What is New York City?
Name at least two swing states? (As of 2022)
Which president signed the bill making Christmas a federal holiday in the United States?
Who is Ulysses S. Grant?
Released in 1992, this side-scrolling beat 'em up game featured characters like Axel Stone and Blaze Fielding.
What is "Streets of Rage"?