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Which are rules about the American flag? (2 answers)
The flag cannot be flown on holidays
The flag should always be lit at night
The flag cannot touch the ground
The flag should be flown in bad weather
2
In an auditorium, looking towards the stage, on which side would the flag be placed in its stand? (2 answers)
the right of the speaker
the left
the left of the speaker
the right
3
Why was Declaration of Independence written?
The colonies wanted to break away from Enland.
The colonies wanted to say "thank you" to England.
4
Where is the capitol of the United States?
Los Angeles
New York City
Tallahassee
Washington, D.C.
5
What does the executive branch do?
enforce laws
make laws
decides what laws mean
6
Why are there rules and laws about the American flag?
so the American flag is treated like other countries’ flags
so that the American flag is always on a flagpole
so Americans know how to treat the flag with respect
so Americans can have parades and fun events on Flag Day
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What does an upside down flag mean?
mistake
day of mourning
distress
4th of July
8
ln this type of democracy the citizens elect other people to serve in the government.
direct
representative
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The Declaration of Independence states...
the people should do as the government says.
all people rule the government.
all men are created equal and have undeniable rights.
the government rules the people.
10
How many stars are on the American flag?
13
50
25
100
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What does the legislative branch do?
enforce laws
make laws
decide what laws mean
12
What is the correct name for the destruction of a soiled or frayed flag?
garbage
retirement
recycling
destruction
13
What are the rules of displaying the American flag?
display the flag from sunrise to sunset (at night-light)
all of these
the flag never touchesthe ground and blue in upper left
when raising it- done quickly, when lowering it- slowly
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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Paul Revere
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Samuel Adams
15
What is the difference between a direct democracy and representative democracy?
Direct all people make decisions, representative elect reps.
Direct has people who are directly given political jobs.
There's no difference, direct & representative are the same.
Representative uses elections for all decisions made.
16
What is an oligarchy?
A military run government
a government in which a small group has control
A kingdon ruled by a single ruler
A government ruled by an elected official
17
Why was Declaration of Independence written?
to establish independent country and ask for military help from abroad
to declare war against the British
18
The line or rope used to raise and lower a flag is called what?
halyard
barnyard
stockyard
lanyard
19
The term "democracy" originates from the Greek words "demos" and "kratos", which mean _____.
People and rule
Choice and majority
Voice and government
Land and power
20
On what holiday are flags supposed to be flown at half-staff until noon, and then full staff the remainder of the day?
Veterans Day
9/11
4th of July
Memorial Day
21
When was Declaration of Independence
July 4, 1776
August 21, 1764
July 4, 1875
December 25, 1778
22
How many stripes are on the American flag?
15
5
13
10
23
When the American flag is displayed vertically on a wall, in which corner does the field of stars go?
lower left
lower right
upper left
upper right
24
Why was Declaration of Independence important?
declared freedom from Britain
declared support of England
declared what colonies thought of taxes
declared colonies need to move west
25
The branches of government guarantee
civil rights
a balance of power
a weak Congress
more power for the President
26
The US has ____ branches of government.
1
2
4
3
27
What does the Judicial Branch do?
make the laws
enforce the laws
study, interpret the laws
28
How many citizenship merit badges are there in scouting?
4
3
2
1
29
What is a democracy?
A government run by military forces
A government run by the people
A government run by an unjust, unelected leader
A government run by a king
30
Which is not one of the rules for the american flag
Worn flags should be thrown in the trash
Exact likeness is not allowed in ads
The flag should never be used as a cover
Flags must be carried in the front of parades
31
The stars on the American flag represent the ______ in the United States of America.
30 colonies
30 states
50 states
50 colonies
32
The American flag's stripes represent the _______ that declared independence from Great Britain.
13 Colonies
13 states
10 states
10 Colonies
33
What are the 3 branches of government?
Executor, Judge, Dictator
Voting, Signing, Judging
Army, Navy, Marines
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
34
What colour are the stars on the American flag?
Red
White
Gold
Blue
35
What is the blue part of a flag called? (2 answers)
star square
blue square
union
canton
36
What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution?
To regulate international trade
To provide healthcare
To outline the structure of the government
To establish the country's economy
37
The obligations of citizenship include obeying laws, paying taxes, selective service, and:
volunteering for public service.
attending church.
voting in elections.
serving on juries, if summoned.
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Who may order the flag at half-staff? (2 answers)
the President
the Mayor
the Congress
the Governor
