Two Truths & A Lie About American History
Authored by Willie Shropshire
History
7th - 8th Grade
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This quiz covers American history through an engaging "Two Truths and a Lie" format, targeting middle school students at the 7th and 8th grade level. The questions span foundational topics including the founding era, presidential history, government structure, and quirky historical facts that bring American history to life. Students need strong factual knowledge of key historical figures like George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and various presidents, along with understanding of major documents such as the Declaration of Independence. The content requires students to distinguish between historical facts and common misconceptions, developing critical thinking skills as they evaluate the accuracy of statements about everything from presidential trivia to Supreme Court justices. This approach reinforces important historical literacy while challenging students to think analytically about what they know versus what they think they know about American history. Created by Willie Shropshire, a History teacher in the US who teaches grades 7 and 8. This quiz serves as an excellent formative assessment tool that can energize any middle school history classroom through its interactive format. Teachers can use this as a warm-up activity to activate prior knowledge, as a review game before assessments, or as an engaging homework assignment that gets students thinking critically about historical facts. The format naturally promotes class discussion as students debate which statements are false, making it perfect for building collaborative learning environments. This quiz aligns with standards NCSS.D2.His.1.6-8 and NCSS.D2.His.3.6-8, as it requires students to analyze historical interpretations and focus on key historical figures and events that shaped American democracy and government.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
George Washington was not the first president to live in the White House.
George Washington’s teeth were made of wood.
There are multiple original copies of the Declaration of Independence still around today.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
The oldest American President in history was Ronald Reagan at 78.
Eight of the signers of the Declaration of Independence were from the United Kingdom.
President Barack Obama was the tallest president in American History
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
The United States is a democracy.
The Statue of Liberty is located in New Jersey.
Despite being on the California State flags, California does not have grizzly bears.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
Washington DC was the second Capitol of the United States.
There is writing on the back of the Declaration of Independence.
Benjamin Franklin wanted turkeys as the national bird.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
President Roosevelt fought the heavy weight champion on the White House lawn.
3 US Presidents were cheerleaders in college.
President Lincoln is in the wrestling Hall of Fame.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
One out of every five presidents either die or are killed in office?
President Lincoln created the Secret Service the day he was murdered.
There has not been an attempt on a president’s life in over two decades.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which statement below is a lie?
Every adult in America is allowed to vote.
The word “Pennsylvania” is misspelled on the Liberty Bell.
Texas was once a country.
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