U.S. National Symbols
What is the name of the American flag?
"The Stars and Stripes"
What does the bald eagle on the Great Seal of the United States hold?
an olive branch and arrows
How many rooms are in the White House?
132
What do the red stripes on the American flag symbolize?
bravery / courage
The White House serves as ...
the official residence of the U.S. President.
What did the Declaration of Independence declare?
American independence from Britain
Mount Rushmore was carved into this type of rock.
granite
What does the olive branch in the Great Seal represent?
peace
Where is the Liberty Bell located?
Philadelphia
The Statue of Liberty was placed this year, marking the 100 Anniversary of American independence.
1886
This symbol, known for encouraging enlistment during wars, personifies the U.S. government and is often shown with a top hat.
Uncle Sam
The faces on Mount Rushmore were chosen to represent different aspects of U.S. history, including this quality.
democracy
What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?
freedom and democracy
This historical figure is known as "The Father of the Nation" for his role in American independence.
George Washington
The Great Seal of the United States includes the motto "E Pluribus Unum," which translates to this phrase...
"Out of Many, One"
The Liberty Bell’s large crack, which developed shortly after its first casting, has become a symbol of this concept.
fight for freedom
Name all presidents carved on the Mount Rushmore.
George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln
Where is the Liberty Bell placed nowadays?
Independence Hall
What does the Statue of Liberty hold that illuminates the way for people seeking freedom?
a torch
This founding document, which declared the colonies' freedom, symbolizes American democracy.
Declaration of Independence