Basic United States History

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1. In 1620 these people came to the United States from England and later celebrated the first Thanksgiving. The Hurricanes The Explorers The Pilgrims The Ocean people

2. Who is credited with discovering America? John F. Kennedy John McHenry Christopher Columbus Rudolph Frances

3. What is the birthday of the United States? April 1st December 25th July 4th November 23rd

4. Who was the first president of the United States? Abraham Lincoln Thomas Jefferson Benjamin Franklin George Washington

5. In the War of 1812, what important building was burned by invading troops? The Washington Monument King Library Jefferon High School The White House

6. America won its independence from this country. Brazil Great Britain France Germany

7. This president issued an order in 1863 which freed the slaves. George Washington Abraham Lincoln George Bush Thomas Jefferson

8. During World War II, what is one country that the United States fought against? Brazil Germany Canada Mexico

9. Who were the first people to fly an airplane? The Blues Brothers The Wright Brothers The Ford Brothers The Davis Brothers

10. Who invented the electric light bulb? Harry Ford Thomas Edison Andrew Jackson Shirley Temple