Celebrating Our Communities

Question 1

Which group settled mostly in cities, speaks Spanish, and often has strong religious beliefs?

Accepted Answer

Mexican

Question 2

How are shelters in warm climates MOST OFTEN built?

Accepted Answer

built in shaded areas or with powerful air conditioners.

Question 3

Which celebration is based on a harvest festival held in some countries in Africa?

Accepted Answer

Kwanzaa

Question 4

a picture that stands for an idea

Accepted Answer

symbol

Question 5

What type of dancing was first performed only for kings and queens in France and Russia?

Accepted Answer

ballet

Question 6

How are artists using natural resources in to honor the Native American leader Crazy Horse?

Accepted Answer

by carving a sculpture of him into a mountain

Question 7

a relative who lived long ago

Accepted Answer

ancestor

Question 8

On September 16th, Mexico celebrates its independence from which country’s rule?

Accepted Answer

Spain

Question 9

an area where people share similar language, clothing, holidays, and foods

Accepted Answer

cultural region

Question 10

a story that is only spoken

Accepted Answer

oral history

Question 11

Where on the map did the English first settle in North America?

Accepted Answer

In the Thirteen Colonies

Question 12

If you live in a warm coastal climate, what type of housing would you build?

Accepted Answer

A home with a good cooling system

Question 13

a person who is a role model for others

Accepted Answer

hero

Question 14

a way of enjoying yourself

Accepted Answer

recreation

Question 15

Which culture is found mostly in the Southwest region and has pow wows?

Accepted Answer

Comanche

Question 16

What type of clothing would French settlers have had to wear in New France’s cold climate?

Accepted Answer

Warm layers, dark heavy fabric

Question 17

What were the three major European cultures that first settled North America?

Accepted Answer

English, French, Spanish

Question 18

Why are stories about Pecos Bill MOST LIKELY told today?

Accepted Answer

to teach others about being brave and helpful

Question 19

What is the national anthem of the United States called?

Accepted Answer

The Star-Spangled Banner

Question 20

What did Native Americans share from their culture to help the English settlers survive?

Accepted Answer

new ways to plant crops

Question 21

a building or structure that is important to a culture

Accepted Answer

landmark

Question 22

In January in the United States, what important civil rights leader is honored with a holiday?

Accepted Answer

Martin Luther King Jr.

Question 23

many differences among people

Accepted Answer

diversity

Question 24

crops gathered at the end of the growing season

Accepted Answer

harvest

Question 25

If you live in a warm coastal climate what types of recreation could you do for fun?

Accepted Answer

surfing and swimming

Question 26

a song of loyalty to a nation

Accepted Answer

anthem

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