Betsy Ross

Question 1

Who is Betsy Ross?

Answer 1

Betsy Ross is an American seamstress credited with making the first American flag.

Question 2

In what year was Betsy Ross born?

Answer 2

Betsy Ross was born in 1752.

Question 3

True or False: Betsy Ross was a Quaker.

Answer 3

True.

Question 4

What significant event is Betsy Ross associated with?

Answer 4

Betsy Ross is associated with the creation of the American flag.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: Betsy Ross was approached by __________ to create the American flag.

Answer 5

George Washington.

Question 6

What was the original number of stars on the first American flag?

Answer 6

Thirteen stars.

Question 7

Multiple Choice: Which war was ongoing at the time Betsy Ross made the flag? A) Revolutionary War B) Civil War C) War of 1812

Answer 7

A) Revolutionary War.

Question 8

Where was Betsy Ross born?

Answer 8

Betsy Ross was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Question 9

True or False: Betsy Ross operated a successful upholstery business.

Answer 9

True.

Question 10

What year did Betsy Ross reportedly sew the first American flag?

Answer 10

1776.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Betsy Ross’s maiden name was __________.

Answer 11

Betsy Griscom.

Question 12

What colors were used in the first American flag?

Answer 12

Red, white, and blue.

Question 13

Multiple Choice: Who was NOT one of Betsy Ross’s husbands? A) John Ross B) Joseph Ashburn C) George Washington

Answer 13

C) George Washington.

Question 14

What profession did Betsy Ross learn at a young age?

Answer 14

Upholstery and sewing.

Question 15

True or False: Betsy Ross’s contributions were officially recognized during her lifetime.

Answer 15

False.

Question 16

Betsy Ross is often depicted in what type of imagery?

Answer 16

Patriotic imagery.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: Betsy Ross died in __________.

Answer 17

1836.

Question 18

What is the name of the holiday that celebrates the American flag?

Answer 18

Flag Day.

Question 19

Multiple Choice: The design of the American flag is based on what? A) The British flag B) Betsy Ross’s design C) The state flags

Answer 19

B) Betsy Ross’s design.

Question 20

What type of legacy has Betsy Ross left in American culture?

Answer 20

She is considered a symbol of American patriotism.

Question 21

True or False: Betsy Ross’s story is documented with multiple historical sources.

Answer 21

False.

Question 22

What do the stars on the American flag represent?

Answer 22

The states in the Union.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The stripes on the American flag represent the __________ colonies.

Answer 23

Thirteen.

Question 24

What is one reason Betsy Ross’s story gained popularity in American folklore?

Answer 24

It was popularized by her grandson, William Canby.

Question 25

Multiple Choice: In what year did Betsy Ross’s grandson present her flag story to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania? A) 1870 B) 1861 C) 1885

Answer 25

A) 1870.

Question 26

What impact did Betsy Ross have on American history?

Answer 26

She is celebrated for her role in creating a national symbol.