United States Geography
How many states make up the United States?
50
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
“We the People of the United States” are the first seven words to what important document?
The Constitution
How many white and red stripes are there in the American flag?
13
When is American Independence Day Celebrated?
July 4th
Which state is located the furthest west?
Alaska
Who gave the famous speech that starts with the words "I have a dream"?
Martin Luther King Jr
Who is the current Vice President of the US?
Kamala Harris
The people who work in the US Congress to make new laws are called?
Senators and Representatives
President's Day is celebrated in which month?
February (third Monday of February)
What is the longest river in the USA?
A.) Mississippi River B.) Colorado River C.) Rio Grande River D.) Missouri River
Missouri
What is the name of the war that was fought between the North and the South?
The Civil War
What are the 3 branches of the federal government?
300 points for each correct answer
Executive, Legislative, and Judicial
What animal is the symbol of the US?
Bald Eagle
Which holiday is it traditional to eat Turkey?
Thanksgiving
Which two oceans border the United States?
Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Ocean
What war was fought in order for the United States to gain independence from Great Britain?
The American Revolution
What are the two main political parties of the United States?
A president is allowed to hold office for a total of how many terms?
2 terms
What does Independence Day commemorate?
The Declaration of Independence by congress
How many time zones are there in the Continental United States?
4 (eastern, central, mountain, pacific)
Who was the first American to walk on the moon?
A.) Sally Ride B.) Neil Armstrong C.) Buzz Aldrin D.) Miguel López-Alegría
Neil Armstrong (1969)
What are the 3 requirements to be U.S. president?
How many people are elected to Congress?
535
What executive order, signed by President Lincoln, ended slavery?
The emancipation proclamation