Cuisine
Although some claim this is Italian, New York City and Chicago are both famous for this food.
Pizza
How many states make up the United States of America?
50 states
The symbol of freedom and one of the most well-known statues in all of the United States, this is a common site for tourists in New York City.
The Statue of Liberty
This is a famous American poet and writer known for his dark poetry. He is also considered by many the father of modern detective stories and forerunner of science fiction.
Name 3 fast food chains that come from America
McDonalds, Burger King, KFC, Subway, Papa John's Pizza ...
Although many in the US consider these "Mexican," the "Tex-Mex" (Americanized version) is popular throughout the US. They are made with a crunchy "shell," meat and cheese, and can be topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream.
Tacos
What is the capitol of the U.S.A.?
Washington, D.C.
This is a famous place for scientists and site-seers. Many enjoy taking pictures of the breathtaking landscape while others enjoy hiking along the trails or rafting on the river that flows between the high red rock walls of this geographical wonder.
Perhaps one of the most famous American writers known for works such as Call of the Wild and Sea Wolf among others.
Jack London
Name 3 popular American holidays
Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Independence Day (July 4th), Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Halloween
Although the name in the UK would suggest something sweet, in the US these are much more like a small bun. They are especially common in southern states. They can be used to make a sandwich, topped with gravy, eaten with butter and jam, or just enjoyed by themselves.
Biscuits
What is the largest river (by volume) in the United States?
Mississippi River
Although not the biggest waterfall in the world, this is one of the most well-known ones and remains a common tourist attraction both for those within the United States and Canada and beyond.
Niagara Falls
A well-known American author who is perhaps best known for his stories about two adventurous troublemakers named Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn
Mark Twain
The document on which the form of government and laws in the USA are based. This includes a famous section called the "Bill of Rights" that guarantee various freedoms to all Americans.
The US Constitution
This special sandwich made with shaved beef, onions, green peppers, and cheese is named for the city from which it originated (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania).
Philly Cheesesteak
Name two mountain ranges in the United States
Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada, Appalachian
The world's first national park, this remains a common place for those who enjoy nature. It includes forests, canyons, hot springs, and geysers (including the famous "Old Faithful") and spans 3 different States.
Yellowstone National Park
A well-known and nationally recognized poet writing much about New England, this man is perhaps best known for his poem "The Road Not Taken"
This man is noted in American history as a self-taught writer, inventor, scientist, thinker, printer, publisher, diplomat and statesman. He is considered a "Founding Father" of the USA and helped draft the Declaration of Independence.
Benjamin Franklin
A common Thanksgiving dessert made from an orange vegetable.
Pumpkin Pie
This is one of the largest museum complexes in the world, consisting of 17 museums (including natural history, American history, and air and space), galleries, and even a zoo. Made perhaps even more famous by a series of movies about the exhibits coming alive at night.
The Smithsonian Institution (Museums)
Although sadly not gaining the popularity or recognition she deserved because of America's dark history of slavery, this woman is today recognized as the first published African American poet.
Phillis Wheatley
Arguably one of the largest and most significant forms of American folksongs born out of the dark history of slavery, these songs are still performed and sung by groups today
Spirituals
(also called African American Spirituals or Black Spirituals)