US History
Who was the first US President?
George Washington
What is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah
What is the chemical symbol for water?
How many players are on the court for a team in basketball?
5
What two subjects does Mr. Augustine teach?
US History and Teen Leadership
What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?
1776
Blue Whale
What is the 4th planet from the sun in our solar system?
Mars
What is the mascot for the University of Iowa?
Hawkeyes (Herky the Hawk)
Is Mr. Augustine an Iowa or Iowa State fan?
What was the name of the ship the Pilgrims sailed on to American in 1620?
The Mayflower
What type of animal is a Komodo Dragon?
Lizard
What is the name of the process plants use to convert sunlight into oxygen?
Photosynthesis
Who has won the most Olympic Medals of all time?
Michael Phelps
What is Mr. Augustine's favorite subject?
History
What was the main purpose of the Underground Railroad?
To help enslaved people get to freedom in the North
What is the largest species of shark?
Whale Shark
What is the largest organ in our body?
Skin
What is the most popular sport in the world?
Soccer
How many years has Mr. Augustine been a teacher?
1 (this is the start of my second)
What was the name of the first successful English colony in America? (bonus points for the year)
Jamestown (1607)
What is Iowa's State Bird?
American Goldfinch
What force keeps us grounded to earth? (Who discovered this force)
Gravity (Sir Isaac Newton)
What Des Moines, IA gymnast won gold medal in the 2008 Olympics?
Shawn Johnson
What is my favorite season of the year?