Betsy Ross Flashcards
Who is Betsy Ross?
Betsy Ross is an American seamstress credited with making the first American flag.
In what year was Betsy Ross born?
Betsy Ross was born in 1752.
True or False: Betsy Ross was a Quaker.
True.
What significant event is Betsy Ross associated with?
Betsy Ross is associated with the creation of the American flag.
Fill in the blank: Betsy Ross was approached by __________ to create the American flag.
George Washington.
What was the original number of stars on the first American flag?
Thirteen stars.
Multiple Choice: Which war was ongoing at the time Betsy Ross made the flag? A) Revolutionary War B) Civil War C) War of 1812
A) Revolutionary War.
Where was Betsy Ross born?
Betsy Ross was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
True or False: Betsy Ross operated a successful upholstery business.
True.
What year did Betsy Ross reportedly sew the first American flag?
1776.
Fill in the blank: Betsy Ross’s maiden name was __________.
Betsy Griscom.
What colors were used in the first American flag?
Red, white, and blue.
Multiple Choice: Who was NOT one of Betsy Ross’s husbands? A) John Ross B) Joseph Ashburn C) George Washington
C) George Washington.
What profession did Betsy Ross learn at a young age?
Upholstery and sewing.
True or False: Betsy Ross’s contributions were officially recognized during her lifetime.
False.
Betsy Ross is often depicted in what type of imagery?
Patriotic imagery.
Fill in the blank: Betsy Ross died in __________.
1836.
What is the name of the holiday that celebrates the American flag?
Flag Day.
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
B) Betsy Ross’s design.
What type of legacy has Betsy Ross left in American culture?
She is considered a symbol of American patriotism.
True or False: Betsy Ross’s story is documented with multiple historical sources.
False.
What do the stars on the American flag represent?
The states in the Union.
Fill in the blank: The stripes on the American flag represent the __________ colonies.
Thirteen.
What is one reason Betsy Ross’s story gained popularity in American folklore?
It was popularized by her grandson, William Canby.
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
A) 1870.
What impact did Betsy Ross have on American history?
She is celebrated for her role in creating a national symbol.
