Veterans Day

The flag has 50 stars and 13 stripes. Each star stands for one of the fifty states. The 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies. How many states are in the union?

• 1

• 25

• 50

The colors of the flag have special importance, too. Red stands for strength and bravery. Blue stands for perseverance and justice. White stands for purity and innocence. What does the color red represents on the American flag?

• purity and innocence

• perseverance and justice

• strength and bravery

The United States ______________is the supreme law of the land!

• Constitution

• Bible

• People

The Liberty Bell is a symbol of American independence and freedom. The Liberty Bell is on display at Independence National Park in Philadelphia, PA. It was rung for the first reading of the Declaration of Independence of July 8, 1776. What bell is a symbol of American independence and freedom?

• Gold Bell

• Life Bell

• Liberty Bell

What is the name of the official home of the President of the United States?

• Green House

• White House

• Blue House

The Statue of Liberty has welcomed visitors to New York City for more than 100 years. She stands more than 300 feet tall. The statue is a symbol of freedom, hope, and opportunity for all who come to live in this great nation.

Which special statue was given to the United States from France in 1886?

• Statue of Freedom

• Statue of Life

• Statue of Liberty

The United States Capitol Building is the home of Congress. It is here that elected officials make laws. Where do lawmakers meet to make laws?

• United States Capitol

• United States Bakery

• United States School

The United States Military is one of the largest armies in the world with more than 2 million active people.

• true

• false

The Air Force protects the United States in the air. They use lots of specialized aircraft. The Air Force also maintains the military satellites in space. The Air Force protects the United in the _____________.

• air

• ocean

• sea

The Marines are known as some of the toughest soldiers in the world. They are often the first soldiers to enter combat. They work closely with the Navy during times of war. Which branch of military works closely with the Marines?

• Navy

• Air Force

• Coastal Guard