Miscellaneous Flashcards
Declaration of Independence signed on which date?
4 July, 1776
This date marks the formal adoption of the Declaration of Independence in the United States.
Independence from what country?
Great Britain
The Declaration of Independence declared the American colonies free from British rule.
What years did the American Civil War occur?
(1861 - 1865)
This conflict was fought between the Northern states (Union) and the Southern states (Confederacy).
When did WWI officially end?
Nov 11 1918
This marks the armistice agreement that ended the fighting in World War I.
Name the Axis nations in WWII.
- Germany
- Japan
- Italy
These countries formed the main Axis powers during World War II.
What years did the U.S fight in WWII?
(1941 - 1945)
The United States entered WWII after the attack on Pearl Harbor.
What event occurred on 7 December 1941?
Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor
This surprise military strike led to the United States’ entry into WWII.
When did the D-Day Invasion (Normandy) occur?
6 June, 1944
This was a pivotal moment in WWII where Allied forces invaded Nazi-occupied France.
Who was the leader of Germany in WWII?
Adolf Hitler
He was the dictator of Nazi Germany from 1934 to 1945.
Who was the leader of Italy in WWII?
Benito Mussolini
He ruled Italy as a dictator and was a key figure in the Axis powers.
Name of the Japanese Emperor in WWII.
Emperor Hirohito
He was the Emperor of Japan during the period of WWII.
Who was the President of the U.S during most of WWII?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
He served as President from 1933 until his death in 1945.
When was the Korean War?
(1950 - 1953)
This conflict was fought between North Korea (with support from China and the USSR) and South Korea (with support from the U.S. and other Western nations).
What is the basis of law in the United States?
The Constitution
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land.
What are the First Ten Amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
These amendments guarantee essential rights and civil liberties.
Who heads the Executive Branch of Government?
President
The President enforces laws and oversees the federal administration.
What are the Three Branches of Government?
- Judicial
- Legislative
- Executive
These branches provide a system of checks and balances.
What are the Two Chambers of the U.S Congress?
- Senate
- House of Representatives
Congress is responsible for making federal laws.
What is the total number of U.S Senators?
100
Each state has two senators, regardless of population.
What is the total voting members of the House?
435
The number of representatives is based on the population of each state.
What is a U.S Senator’s term of office?
6 years
Senators can be re-elected for multiple terms.
What is a U.S Congressman’s term of office?
2 years
Members of the House of Representatives serve two-year terms.
What is the President of the U.S’s term of office?
4 years
A President can serve a maximum of two terms.
Who is the successor of the President?
Vice President
The Vice President becomes President if the current President cannot serve.
Who is the successor of the Vice President?
Speaker of the House
This is established by the Presidential Succession Act.
Who is the successor of the Speaker of the House?
President Pro Tempore
This is typically the longest-serving senator of the majority party.
What is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has the final say on legal interpretations.
What is the minimum voting age in the United States?
18
This age was established by the 26th Amendment.
Who was the writer of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson was the principal author of this historic document.
What is the number of original states?
13
These states declared independence from Great Britain in 1776.
What major event occurred on 11 September, 2001?
Terrorist Attack on the U.S (9/11)
This attack involved coordinated hijackings of four commercial airplanes.
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C
Washington, D.C. is the federal capital and a separate federal district.
Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
New York harbor
The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and democracy.
When is Independence Day celebrated?
July 4th
This day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.
What is the title of the song for the U.S National Anthem?
Star-Spangled Banner
This song was written by Francis Scott Key.
Who wrote the Star-Spangled Banner?
Francis Scott Key
He wrote the lyrics in 1814 during the War of 1812.
What do the 13 stripes on the American Flag represent?
Original 13 colonies
The stripes symbolize the first states that declared independence.
What do the 50 stars on the American Flag represent?
50 states
Each star represents one of the current states in the Union.
What do the colors of the American Flag represent? Fill in the blank: Red represents _______.
Hardiness & Valor
These colors symbolize different values and qualities of the nation.
What do the colors of the American Flag represent? Fill in the blank: White represents _______.
Purity & Innocence
These colors symbolize different values and qualities of the nation.
What do the colors of the American Flag represent? Fill in the blank: Blue represents _______.
Vigilance, perseverance, justice
These colors symbolize different values and qualities of the nation.
