Katharine McPhee at Bryant Park

The transcript is a recitation of the national anthem, highlighting themes of patriotism, historical events, and national symbols. It reflects on the enduring spirit of freedom and bravery, as symbolized by the flag and the anthem's imagery.

What time of day is described at the beginning of the anthem?

• Dawn

• Dusk

• Noon

• Midnight

What is being described as 'gallantly streaming' in the second section?

• The stars

• The flag

• The rockets

• The bombs

What does the 'rocket's red glare' signify in the anthem?

• A warning

• A celebration

• The end of the battle

• Proof of the flag's presence

What question is posed about the star-spangled banner in the final section?

• Has it been replaced?

• Does it still wave?

• Is it torn?

• Is it flying at half-mast?

What does the anthem refer to as the 'home of the brave'?

• The fort

• The flag

• The battlefield

• The United States