U.S. Geography and Government Quiz
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Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.

Missouri (River), Mississippi (River)

What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?

The Pacific Ocean

What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?

The Atlantic Ocean

Name one U.S. territory.

<p>Puerto Rico, Guam</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one state that borders Canada.

<p>Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Alaska</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one state that borders Mexico.

<p>California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the capital of the United States?

<p>Washington, D.C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Statue of Liberty?

<p>New York (Harbor), Liberty Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the flag have 13 stripes?

<p>The stripes represent the 13 original colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the flag have 50 stars?

<p>The stars represent each of the 50 states of America</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the national anthem?

<p>The Star-Spangled Banner</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do we celebrate Independence Day?

<p>July 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name two national U.S. holidays.

<p>Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

U.S. Geography

  • Missouri and Mississippi are the two longest rivers in the United States.
  • The Pacific Ocean is located on the West Coast of the U.S.
  • The Atlantic Ocean lies on the East Coast of the U.S.
  • U.S. territories include Puerto Rico and Guam.
  • States bordering Canada include Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Alaska.
  • States that border Mexico are California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

U.S. Government & Symbols

  • The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C.
  • The Statue of Liberty is located in New York Harbor on Liberty Island.
  • The flag of the United States features 13 stripes, representing the 13 original colonies.
  • The flag contains 50 stars, each symbolizing a state in the Union.
  • The national anthem is "The Star-Spangled Banner."

U.S. Holidays

  • Independence Day is celebrated on July 4.
  • Notable national U.S. holidays include Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day.

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Test your knowledge about U.S. geography, government symbols, and national holidays with this engaging quiz. Explore facts about rivers, oceans, the capital, and significant national events. See how well you know the United States!

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