Week 30

Why do we celebrate Labor Day?

• To celebrate bosses.

• It is a day to honor and recognize the contributions of the American worker.

• To commemorate the end of summer.

• To recognize the importance of family.

Answer explanation

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States that is celebrated on the first Monday in September. It is a day to honor and recognize the contributions of the American worker. It is a day to celebrate the achievements of the labor movement and the strength and prosperity it has brought to the country. Labor Day also marks the end of summer and the beginning of the school year for many students.

Who was "Uncle Sam" believed to be based on?

• George Washington, the first President of the United States

• Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States

• Samuel Wilson, a meat packer from Troy, New York, who supplied barrels of beef to the United States Army during the War of 1812.

• Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States

Answer explanation

Uncle Sam is believed to be based on Samuel Wilson, a meat packer from Troy, New York, who supplied barrels of beef to the United States Army during the War of 1812. He was nicknamed "Uncle Sam" by the soldiers he supplied, and the name eventually became a national symbol for the United States.

What political party is represented by the donkey?

• The Democratic Party

• The Republican Party

• The Green Party

• The Libertarian Party

Answer explanation

The donkey is a symbol of the Democratic Party in the United States. The donkey was first used as a symbol of the Democratic Party in the late 19th century, and it has been associated with the party ever since.

What political party is represented by the elephant?

• The Democratic Party

• The Green Party

• The Republican Party

• The Libertarian Party

Answer explanation

The elephant is the symbol of the Republican Party in the United States. The Republican Party is a center-right political party that is traditionally associated with fiscal conservatism, free markets, and social conservatism.

Where was Francis Scott key when he first wrote the poem which became the "Star-Spangled Banner"?

• On a beach in Florida

• In a park in Washington D.C.

• a British ship in Baltimore Harbor

• In a hotel in Philadelphia

Answer explanation

Francis Scott Key wrote the poem which became the "Star-Spangled Banner" while he was aboard a British ship in Baltimore Harbor during the Battle of Baltimore in 1814. He had been sent to negotiate the release of a friend who had been captured by the British, and he was able to witness the bombardment of Fort McHenry from the ship.

When did "The Star-Spangled Banner" officially become the national anthem?

• March 3, 1931

• June 10, 1814

• July 4, 1776

• December 24, 1812

Answer explanation

The Star-Spangled Banner officially became the national anthem of the United States on March 3, 1931, when President Herbert Hoover signed a congressional resolution making it so. The resolution was passed by Congress on March 4, 1931, and was signed into law by President Hoover the following day.

Why did Francis Bellamy write the Pledge of Allegiance?

• To encourage citizens to disrespect the flag and its symbolism

• to instill patriotism and national pride in the United States.

• To promote unity and divisiveness among citizens

• To demonstrate disloyalty to the government

Answer explanation

Francis Bellamy wrote the Pledge of Allegiance in 1892 as part of a campaign to instill patriotism and national pride in the United States. Bellamy wanted to create a pledge that would be easy to remember and recite, and that would emphasize the values of loyalty and unity. He hoped that the Pledge of Allegiance would help to foster a sense of national identity and pride in the United States.

Francis Bellamy wrote the original Pledge of Allegiance to celebrate:

• to honor the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas.

• to commemorate the end of the American Civil War

• to recognize the establishment of the United States Constitution

Answer explanation

Francis Bellamy wrote the original Pledge of Allegiance to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas. The Pledge was first published in the September 8, 1892 issue of The Youth's Companion, a popular magazine for children. Bellamy's original Pledge read: "I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." The Pledge was intended to be a way for Americans to express their patriotism and loyalty to the United States.

Which group viewed the Statue of Liberty as a symbol of their new home?

• Tourists

• Native Americans

• immigrants

• Business people

Answer explanation

The Statue of Liberty was viewed as a symbol of hope and freedom by many immigrants who arrived in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The statue was seen as a symbol of their new home, a place of opportunity and freedom from the oppressive regimes they had left behind.

What is the significance of the White House?

• The White House is a symbol of freedom and democracy.

• The White House is a popular tourist attraction in Washington, D.C.

• the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States.

• The White House is a symbol of the United States government.

Answer explanation

The White House is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. It is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., and has been the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800. The White House is a symbol of the American presidency and the history of the nation. It is a place where important decisions are made and where world leaders come to meet with the President. It is also a popular tourist destination, with millions of visitors each year. The White House is a symbol of the power and prestige of the United States and its government.