U.S. History and Vocabulary Concepts

Miss Murcia introduces historical landmarks and American symbols, focusing on their significance. The story follows Ana's visit to Washington DC, where she learns about various landmarks and their historical importance. The lesson includes vocabulary explanations and an activity for students to identify key details and American symbols.

What are historical landmarks?

• Modern buildings

• Old buildings or statues that tell us about a place

• Newly constructed parks

• Shopping malls

Which city is the capital of Florida?

• Tampa

• Miami

• Orlando

• Tallahassee

What is the capital of the United States?

• Chicago

• Washington DC

• Los Angeles

• New York

Who was the first president of the United States?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

Which building is the residence of the President of the United States?

• The White House

• The Capitol Building

• The Supreme Court

• The Pentagon

What is the purpose of the Supreme Court?

• To decide on disagreements

• To make laws

• To host presidential meetings

• To serve as a museum

Who is honored by the memorial with a dream for everyone to be treated fairly?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• Martin Luther King Jr.

What does the word 'capital' refer to?

• A type of building

• The most important city in a state or country

• A historical landmark

• A type of flower

What does the word 'blossom' mean?

• To fall

• To bloom

• To wither

• To close

What is an obelisk?

• A historical building

• A type of flower

• A tall, pointy statue

• A type of tree