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Foundations of American History

American History

A collection of general knowledge questions covering key events, figures, and documents in American history.

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8 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Aug 12, 2026

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This study set covers American History through 8 practice questions. A collection of general knowledge questions covering key events, figures, and documents in American history. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

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1 Who was the first President of the United States?

A Thomas Jefferson
B George Washington
C Abraham Lincoln
D John Adams

2 Which document declared the thirteen American colonies independent from Great Britain?

A The Constitution
B The Bill of Rights
C The Declaration of Independence
D The Articles of Confederation

3 Which state was the first to join the United States?

A Delaware
B Pennsylvania
C New York
D Virginia

4 In what year did the American Civil War begin?

A 1776
B 1861
C 1914
D 1812

5 Who is famous for refusing to give up her seat on a bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

A Harriet Tubman
B Sojourner Truth
C Rosa Parks
D Susan B. Anthony

6 What is the name of the legislative body of the U.S. government made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives?

A The Supreme Court
B The Cabinet
C Congress
D The Electoral College

7 Which U.S. President was in office during the Great Depression and World War II?

A Franklin D. Roosevelt
B Theodore Roosevelt
C Herbert Hoover
D Harry S. Truman

8 Which holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States?

A Independence Day
B Memorial Day
C Juneteenth
D Veterans Day

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