Social Studies Questions

Front

Doing so in 1962, who was the first US astronaut to orbit the Earth?

Back

John Glenn, John Glen

Front

Mostly shaped like rectangles or squares, what is a sign or emblem called that is usually flown from a pole?

Back

flag

Front

Also serving as the third President of the US, who served as the Vice President during John Adams’ term as President?

Back

Thomas Jefferson, Jefferson

Front

Which of the world’s major oceans lies directly east of Africa?

Back

Indian Ocean

Front

What ancient city in Greece is known as the birthplace of democracy?

Back

Athens

Front

What city in Peru is known as the “lost city of the Incas”?

Back

Machu Picchu

Front

For what was Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon searching when he landed in Florida?

Back

Fountain of Youth

Front

What body of water, located in the Middle East, is approximately 1300 feet below sea level?

Back

Dead Sea

Front

What city do Muslims face while praying?

Back

Mecca

Front

Indiana, Mississippi, Kentucky, or Ohio; which extends the furthest east?

Back

Kentucky