A. Integrated Civics: Geography B. Symbols C. Holidays Flashcards
1
Q
- Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
A
- Missouri River
- Mississippi River
2
Q
- What Ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
A
Pacific Ocean
3
Q
- What Ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
A
Atlantic Ocean
4
Q
- Name one U.S. territory.
A
- Puerto Rico
- U.S. VirginIslands
- American Samoa
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Guam
5
Q
- Name one state that borders Canada.
A
Choose one of these:
* New York
* Ohio
* Michigan
* Alaska
6
Q
- Name one state that borders Mexico.
A
Choose one of these:
California
Arizona
New Mexico
Texas.
7
Q
- What is the capital of the United States?
A
Washington.
8
Q
- Where is the Statue of Liberty?
A
New York
9
Q
- Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
A
Because there were 13 original colonies because the stripes represent the original colonies
10
Q
- Why does the flag have 50 stars?
A
Because there are 50 states
11
Q
- What is the name of the national anthem?
A
The Star-Spangled Banner
12
Q
- When do we celebrate Independence Day?
A
July 4th
13
Q
- Name two national U.S. holidays.
A
Choose from these:
* New Year’s Day
* Presidents’ Day
* Memorial Day
* Independence Day
* Labor Day
* Thanksgiving
* Christmas