History and government
What year was the Declaration of Independence signed, and from which country did it declare independence?
It was signed in 1776, and it declared independence from Great Britain.
What are the two non-contiguous states of the USA
Alaska and Hawaii
What do the 13 stripes and 50 stars on the American flag represent?
The 13 stripes represent the original thirteen colonies. The 50 stars represent the 50 current states.
In which belt is cotton grown?
The cotton belt
Which of these two cities is the most populous in the United States?
A) Los Angeles
B) New York City
B) New York City
How many amendments are there in the US Constitution, and what is the name of the first ten amendments?
There are 27 amendments. The first ten amendments are called the Bill of Rights.
Which city is the capital of the country?
Washington, D.C. is the capital.
What is the national bird of the United States?
The national bird is the Bald Eagle.
In which belt is rice grown
The rice belt
Which of these two states is geographically larger in terms of total area?
· A) Texas
· B) Alaska
B) Alaska
Who was the President of the United States during most of the Great Depression and World War II?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
What are the two longest rivers in the United States?
The Missouri River and the Mississippi River.
What are the two main political parties in the United States?
The Democratic Party and the Republican Party.
Which belt has little religion?
The Unchurched belt
Which of these two documents was ratified first, establishing the framework of the U.S. government?
· A) The U.S. Constitution
· B) The Declaration of Independence
B) The Declaration of Independence
In what year did Columbus discover America?
1492
What is the most widely celebrated holiday in the United States, known for fireworks and barbecues?
Independence Day (the Fourth of July).
What is the name of the national anthem of the United States?
The national anthem is "The Star-Spangled Banner
What belt is in the south
The sun belt
Which of these two U.S. national parks is located farther west?
A) Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park (Hawaii)
· B) Acadia National Park (Maine)
A) Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
Who was the first American president ?
Gerge Washington
What is the highest peak in the USA
Mount McKinley/ Denali
How many states are there in the USA?
There are 50 states
What belt is in the north ?
The frost belt
Which of these two men was elected President of the United States first?
· A) Abraham Lincoln
· B) George Washington
B) George Washington