U3W5 Story Flashcard: Birth of an Anthem

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What does the word descendants mean?

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Someone who is related to a person who lived in the past.

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What happened AFTER Congress passed a resolution to make 'The Star-Spangled Banner' the U.S. national anthem?

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President Hoover signed the bill.

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Which word means almost the SAME as boomed?

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Grew.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a vehicle?

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A wheel.

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Which word means almost the SAME as resources?

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Supplies.

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What is an anthem?

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A song that is often used to represent a country.

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What does the term resolution mean in a legislative context?

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A formal decision made by a group, such as Congress.

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Who was President Hoover?

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The 31st President of the United States, who served from 1929 to 1933.

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What is the significance of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?

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It is the national anthem of the United States.

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What does it mean to sign a bill?

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To officially approve a proposed law.