Exploring American History and Society

Who was the first President of the United States?

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

Which holiday is celebrated on July 4th in the United States?

• Thanksgiving

• Memorial Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

What is the name of the document that declared American independence from Britain?

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Emancipation Proclamation

Who is known for leading the Civil Rights Movement and giving the "I Have a Dream" speech?

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• John F. Kennedy

• Rosa Parks

Which of the following is a basic right listed in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution?

• The right to vote

• Freedom of speech

• The right to a fair trial

• The right to bear arms

Who are considered the "Founding Fathers" of the United States? (Choose the group that best fits)

• George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams

• Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, Andrew Johnson, James Monroe

• Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, Thurgood Marshall

• Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry Truman, Dwight Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Military

Which holiday honors people who have died while serving in the U.S. military?

• Veterans Day

• Memorial Day

• Presidents' Day

• Labor Day

Which cultural influence has had a major impact on American food, music, and language?

• Only Native American

• Only African

• Many cultures from around the world

• Only European

Why is the idea of "checks and balances" important in the U.S. government?

• It allows the President to make all decisions.

• It prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful.

• It gives the military control over the government.

• It lets citizens vote for laws directly.