USA Culture Quiz

What is the official name of the USA, and what does it mean? United States of America – a group of united American states American Republic – a democratic country in America United States of Freedom – a land of freedom and rights How many states are in the US? Draw the US flag! Which fast-food chain started in the USA and became popular worldwide? McDonald's Simon's Burger Dabo Döner Why is Hollywood famous, and where is it? It’s a large sports stadium in Texas It’s a famous museum in New York It’s the center of the American film industry, located in California Which city is the capital of the United States, and why is it important? New York – because it’s the biggest city Washington, D.C. – because the federal government is based there Los Angeles – because Hollywood is located there Fill in the blanks of the following text! Thanksgiving began in the early 1600s in what is now the United States. The holiday started when English settlers, called Pilgrims, arrived in America and faced a very hard and unforgiving winter. With help from Native Americans, or otherwise known as Indians, they learned how to grow food. In 1621, they had a big meal together to celebrate the harvest and give thanks. This event is considered the first Thanksgiving. Today, Americans celebrate it every November with family meals and traditions. The traditional meal usually involves roast turkey.