Basic U.S. History

What is the name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to America?

• The Discovery

• The Mayflower

• The Speedwell

• The Godspeed

Who was the first president of the United States?

• Abraham Lincoln

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

How many colonies were there originally?

• 50

• 24

• 13

• 10

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Monroe

• Alexander Hamilton

How long is the president's term in office?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 8 years

• 10 years

What country used to control the United States before it became independent?

• France

• Great Britain

• Spain

• Portugal

On what day every year do we celebrate our independence?

• March 2

• May 5

• July 4

• December 25

How many states are there in the United States?

• 48

• 50

• 25

• 13

What is the capital of the U.S.

• Washington, D.C.

• Austin, TX

• New York City

• Los Angeles

What is the title of the person who is in charge of our country?

• Congress

• Dictator

• President

• King