Chapter 1 Flashcards
What is the reason for America’s greatness over the past 200 years?
the righteous character of the people
The idea that “work is a gift from God and a means of glorifying Him” became known as what?
Puritan (or Protestant) work ethic
the government leaves people free to own businesses and make a living based on their own enterprise (initiative)
free enterprise
a government that exercises its powers under constraints, usually by means of a constitution.
limited Government
way of life
culture
America’s primary cultural influence
Judeo-Christian Heritage
anything that helps people remember past events
memorial
a system of colors and designs that was devised during the Middle Ages
heraldry
a solemn promise
pledge
our loyalty, our support, and our devotion to duty
allegiance
Who wrote the pledge of allegiance?
Francis Bellamy
the official patriotic song or hymn of a country
national anthem
What is the national anthem for the United States of America?
“The Star Spangled Banner”
Who wrote “The Star Spangled Banner”?
Francis Scott Key
What bird is a national symbol of America?
bald eagle
a love for one’s country and a loyalty to that country.
patriotism
the virtues of courage, honor, justice, truth, sincerity, and hardihood - the virtues that made America
Americanism
those characteristics and traditions that have been handed down to us by our ancestors
heritage
the promotion of one’s nation and government regardless of moral considerations
nationalism
Who became the first black American in the history of the U.S. armed forces to achieve the rank of four-star general?
Daniel “Chappie” James
Who said, “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.
President John F. Kennedy
Who defined Americanism?
President Theodore Roosevelt
Proverbs 14:34
Righteousness exalteth a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people.
