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Symbols and Holidays
Symbols and Holidays
119. What is the capital of the United States?
• Washington, D.C.
124. The Nation’s first motto was “E Pluribus Unum.” What does that mean?
• Out of many, one • We all become one
23. Who is one of your state’s U.S. senators now?
Ami Bera
Adam Shiff
105. Who was president during the Great Depression and World War II?
• (Franklin) Roosevelt
114. Why did the United States enter the Persian Gulf War?
• To force the Iraqi military from Kuwait
120. Where is the Statue of Liberty?
• New York (Harbor) • Liberty Island [Also acceptable are New Jersey, near New York City, and on the Hudson (River).]
125. What is Independence Day?
• A holiday to celebrate U.S. independence (from Britain) • The country’s birthday
42. Who is Commander in Chief of the U.S. military?
• The President (of the United States
43. Who signs bills to become laws?
• The President (of the United States)
111. Why did the United States enter the Vietnam War?
• To stop the spread of communism
121. Why does the flag have 13 stripes? *
• (Because there were) 13 original colonies • (Because the stripes) represent the original colonies
126. Name three national U.S. holidays. *
• New Year’s Day • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day • Presidents Day (Washington’s Birthday) • Memorial Day • Juneteenth • Independence Day • Labor Day • Columbus Day • Veterans Day • Thanksgiving Day • Christmas Day
57. Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
John Roberts
44. Who vetoes bills? *
• The President (of the United States
110. Why did the United States enter the Korean War?
• To stop the spread of communism
122. Why does the flag have 50 stars?
• (Because there is) one star for each state • (Because) each star represents a state • (Because there are) 50 states
127. What is Memorial Day?
• A holiday to honor soldiers who died in military service
61. Who is the governor of your state now? *
Gavin Newsom
45. Who appoints federal judges?
• The President (of the United States)
49. Why is the Electoral College important?
• It decides who is elected president. • It provides a compromise between the popular election of the president and congressional selection.
123. What is the name of the national anthem?
• The Star-Spangled Banner
128. What is Veterans Day?
• A holiday to honor people in the (U.S.) military • A holiday to honor people who have served (in the U.S. military
78. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence? *
• (Thomas) Jefferson
64. Who can vote in federal elections, run for federal office, and serve on a jury in the United States?
• Citizens • Citizens of the United States • U.S. citizens
26. Why do U.S. representatives serve shorter terms than U.S. senators?
• To more closely follow public opinion