What is the capital city of the United States?
Washington, District of Columbia
Who is known as the "Father of the United States"?
George Washington, not only the first president but he was instrumental in establishing the foundation of the United States.
What war started in 1775 and why?
The American Revolutionary War, also known as the American War of Independence from Great Britain.
True or False: Phoenix is the most populous state capital.
True and it's the fifth-largest city in the country.
What is the official residence of the United States president?
The White House, located in Washington, D.C.
How many colonies fought to get the independence?
13 British North American colonies
When was the Declaration of Independence approved?
4th July 1776
Which U.S. state is known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes"?
Minnesota because glaciers left depressions during the last Ice Age. Minnesota actually has Minnesota actually has 11,842 lakes.
What is the significance of the Statue of Liberty?
A symbol of freedom, democracy, and hope, and its welcoming nature to immigrants as a gift from France.
What is the single dominant ethnic identity of the U.S.?
There isn't one! The U.S. is a fusion of Indigenous, European, African, Latin American, Asian, and other influences.
How close is the United States to Russia?
Alaska and mainland Russia are separated by the Bering Strait, with the narrowest point between the two countries being roughly 55 miles apart.
What state has the most days of sunshine?
Arizona is the actual sunniest state due to its arid climate and limited cloud cover.
Who was the 16th President of the United States, responsible for leading the country through the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What is Labor Day and when is it celebrated?
A day to honor the contributions of American workers and their achievements in society. The first Monday of September.
Who was Benjamin Franklin?
He was a Founding Father, a key diplomat, a scientist, and a prolific writer and inventor.
What role did George Washington play in the American Revolutionary War?
He was a general who led the American army to victory and ultimately independence.
What was the first permanent settlement and where did they come from?
Jamestown, Virginia when 104 English men and boys arrived from England naming the settlement after their King, James I.
What is Ellis Island and why is it important?
A vital immigration station that processed over 12 million immigrants and is a significant part of US immigration history.
What is the tallest mountain in the US and where is it?
Denali, also called Mount McKinley, is the tallest mountain in North America, located in south-central Alaska.
How many stars are on the U.S. flag and what do they represent.
50, one for each state
How many vacation days does the average employee get after one year of service?
20 days
5 days
10 days
15 days
What is the largest mall and where is it located?
Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota
Which Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the freedom of speech?
Second Amendment
Third Amendment
First Amendment
Ninth Amendment
What is the Grand Canyon and where is it located?
An immense canyon cut by the Colorado River in northwestern Arizona, noted for its fantastic shapes and coloration.
What oceans border the United States?
The Pacific Ocean on the West Coast, the Atlantic Ocean on the East Coast, and the Arctic Ocean in Alaska.
What is the currency used in the United States?
United States Dollar (USD)
In the U.S., what is the most spoken language after English?
Spanish
What is a social security number?
A nine-digit identification number assigned to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and eligible nonimmigrant workers.
Which U.S. state is known as the "Sunshine State"?
Florida, adopted by the state legislature in 1970. The only continental state with a tropical climate and a coral reef.
What is Mount Rushmore and where is it located?
A monument in the Black Hills of South Dakota featuring giant carvings of the faces of four US presidents.
What is the largest desert in the United States?
The Great Basin Desert, extending across Nevada, Utah, California, Idaho, and Oregon.
What is Thanksgiving and when is it celebrated?
To celebrate the harvest modeled after 1621 harvest feast shared by the Pilgrims of Plymouth and the Wampanoag people on the fourth Thursday of November.
How many federal holidays are there in the United States?
Eleven
Which river is the longest in the United States?
The Missouri River, a tributary of the Mississippi River, is about 100 miles longer.
How many red and white stripes are on the US flag and what do they represent?
13, representing the original colonies
What is the legal age for driving a car in the USA?
The legal age to obtain a full, unrestricted driver's license is 16 years old.
What is Memorial Day and when is it celebrated?
A day of mourning and honoring the U.S. military personnel who have died in service. The last Monday of May each year.
Which U.S. State gets the least amount of rain?
Wyoming
Nevada
Alaska
Vermont
Who were the Pilgrims and why did they come to America?
They were English Separatists who came in 1620 on the Mayflower to seek religious freedom and establish a new life in the new world.
Which countries border the United States?
Mexico and Canada
True or False: Littering is against the law in all 50 states.
True. Penalties vary widely, based on the amount, type, and location of litter.
Who is the principal author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the United States national bird?
bald eagle
At a restaurant, how much money do people in the U.S. usually leave for a tip?
A 15% tip is generally considered the standard for average service, while 20% or more is common for great service.
What are the four main US coins?
penny (1 cent), nickel (5 cents), dime (10 cents), and quarter (25 cents)
Who were the first inhabitants in North America?
Paleo-Indians, who migrated from Asia across the Bering Land Bridge and are considered the ancestors of Native Americans.
Which U.S. state is known as the "Lone Star State" and why?
Texas because after becoming independent from Mexico, it was an independent republic for 10 years.
What is Los Angeles most famous for?
For being the entertainment capital of the world, particularly Hollywood, and its vibrant beaches.