Our National Symbol

What animal did Congress choose to represent the United States in 1782?

• Lion

• Tiger

• Bald Eagle

• Bear

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Which word means 'to work together'?

• Represent

• Cooperate

• Recommend

• Propose

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Fill in the blank: The bald eagle was chosen because of its long life, great strength, and ______ look.

• Fierce

• Gentle

• Weak

• Calm

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What did Benjamin Franklin propose as a national symbol instead of the bald eagle?

• Lion

• Tiger

• Wild Turkey

• Bear

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Fill in the blank: Eagles are not gentle creatures. They neither ______ nor share.

• Fight

• Cooperate

• Sleep

• Fly

What does the eagle stand for according to the passage?

• Freedom

• Fear

• Weakness

• Dishonesty

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Fill in the blank: Benjamin Franklin called the bald eagle 'a rank ______.'

• Hero

• Coward

• Leader

• Friend

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Which word means 'to suggest something'?

• Represent

• Cooperate

• Recommend

• Propose

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