The History of the American Flag Quiz

What do the thirteen stripes on the American flag represent?

• The thirteen founding fathers

• The thirteen states in 1818

• The thirteen amendments

• The thirteen original colonies

Who is often credited with sewing the first American flag?

• Dolley Madison

• Martha Washington

• Betsy Ross

• Abigail Adams

What do the colors of the American flag represent?

• Red for strength, white for unity, blue for honor

• Red for bravery, white for purity, blue for justice

• Red for love, white for peace, blue for freedom

• Red for courage, white for truth, blue for loyalty

Which event inspired Francis Scott Key to write 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• The attack on Fort McHenry

When is Flag Day celebrated in the United States?

• November 11th

• September 17th

• June 14th

• July 4th