Understanding the American Flag and Its History

What do the 50 stars on the American flag represent?

• The 50 states of the United States

• The 50 most important battles

• The original 13 colonies

• The 50 founding fathers

Who is traditionally credited with sewing the first American flag?

• Martha Washington

• George Washington

• Francis Scott Key

• Betsy Ross

What event inspired the writing of the Star-Spangled Banner?

• The American Civil War

• The War of 1812

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Boston Tea Party

According to the flag code, when should the American flag be flown at half-staff?

• When a government official passes away

• During national holidays

• Every Sunday

• During the night

What is the proper way to dispose of a worn-out American flag?

• Throw it in the trash

• Recycle it

• Bury it in the ground

• Burn it respectfully in a ceremony