General Knowledge Quiz about the USA 2015 Summer

General Knowledge Quiz about the USA 2015 Summer English School

1. Which explorer discovered America?

2. Who lived in America before it was discovered by the Europeans?

3. What is the official language in the USA?

4. How many states are there in the US?

5. What was the most recent state to join the union?

6. How many stars are displayed on the American flag?

7. How many stripes are displayed on the American flag?

8. What is the capital city of the United States of America?

9. Where's the Statue of Liberty located?

10. What do Americans celebrate on July 4 th?

11. Where's the White House located?

12. In which year was the independence from England declared?

13. Who was the first American president?

14. Who is the current president of America?

15. Which president freed the slaves?

16. Where does the president of the USA live?

17. What are the two major parties in the US?

18. What American made cars affordable to most people by a process known as "mass production"?

19. What is the longest river in the USA?

20. What are the most popular team sports in the US?

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