The Star-Spangled Banner

The Star-Spangled Banner

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Social Studies, Performing Arts, History

4th Grade - University

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The video explains 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' the national anthem of the USA, written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812. Key, detained on a British ship, witnessed the Battle of Baltimore and was inspired by the sight of the American flag still flying after the bombardment. The anthem's lyrics describe this scene, symbolizing American resilience. The song, set to a British tune, has become a lasting symbol of American patriotism.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who wrote 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and during which war?

John Stafford Smith during the War of 1812

John Stafford Smith during the Revolutionary War

Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812

Francis Scott Key during the Civil War

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Francis Scott Key when he wrote the lyrics to 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?

On the battlefield

In a British prison ship

At Fort McHenry

In Washington, D.C.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air' describe?

A celebration of victory

The battle at Fort McHenry

The American flag being raised

A fireworks display

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many verses does 'The Star-Spangled Banner' have?

One

Two

Three

Four

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is ironic about the tune of 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?

It was composed by an American

It was originally a British song

It was never intended to be an anthem

It was written during the Civil War