The United States of America has an inspiring and varied history, steeped in glory, sacrifice and inspiration.
The American flag, made up of stars and stripes, is the visual representation of the country’s glory, pride and history.
How well do you know about the stars and stripes? Test your knowledge on the topic with this GK quiz on the American flag.
GK Quiz on American Flag
I. What was in place of the stars in the upper left corner of the first unofficial American flag under George Washington?
- A solid blue square
- The British Union Jack
- washington skyline
- a bald eagle
II. Who designed the first American flag?
- Betsy Ross
- Benjamin Franklin
- Francis Hopkinson
- None of the above
III. In 1818, which American president signed the law authorizing the 13 stripes and one star of the flag for each state?
- James K. Polk
- James Buchanan
- James Madison
- James Monroe
IV. The colors of the 13 red and white stripes symbolize:
- Innocence and purity
- England and freedom
- Strength and prosperity
- There is no official meaning.
V. The Continental Congress approved the design of the first official flag of the United States on:
- July 4th, 1776
- June 14, 1777
- May 29, 1790
- August 12, 1745
SAW. The flag should only be displayed from time to time if it is hanging outside.
- 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Noon to 6 p.m.
- Sunrise to sunset
- From dusk to dawn
VII. The flag that served as the model for “The Star-Spangled Banner” in 1814 featured 15 stars and 15 stripes. Which two states had merged with the original 13?
- Vermont and Kentucky
- Alabama and Maine
- Alaska and Hawaii
- Louisiana and Mississippi
VIII. Why is the American flag folded into a triangle?
- To ensure that none of the flag components that are not on display touch the ground.
- To show the stars, a new constellation representing America.
- To pay tribute to the warships that have protected us over the years.
- To represent the tricorn hats worn by colonial soldiers during the American Revolution.
GK Quiz on American History
American Flag GK Quiz Answers
I. The British Union Jack
There were 13 red and white stripes on the first unofficial flag, and the British Jack was located in the upper left corner.
II. Francis Hopkinson
Elizabeth “Betsy” Ross is often credited with creating the first American flag in 1776, however historians say there is no evidence to support this claim. Scholars and the Flag Association of America (FMAA) recognize Francis Hopkinson as the creator of the American flag.
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III. James Monroe
The Flag Act of 1818 was passed by Congress on April 4 and signed by James Monroe. As a result of the act, the flag now has 50 stars, one for each state that makes up the State.
IV. Innocence and purity
The stars represent the 50 states of the Union, while the stripes represent the original 13 colonies. The colors of the flag also have meaning; red is for toughness and courage, white is for purity and innocence, and blue is for vigilance, perseverance and justice.
V. June 14, 1777
On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the Stars and Stripes, the country’s first official flag.
SAW. Sunrise to sunset.
The flag may only be displayed in public from sunrise to sunset, according to regulations. However, if the flag is raised at night, it may be raised at any time.
VII. Vermont and Kentucky
According to the second Flag Act, which Congress adopted on January 13, 1794, the Star-Spangled Banner has fifteen stars and fifteen stripes. The additional stars and stripes signify the unionization of Kentucky (1792) and Vermont (1791).
VIII. To represent the tricorn hats worn by colonial soldiers during the American Revolution.
The reason the flag is folded into a triangle is to make it look like a tricorn hat, like those worn by George Washington and other men of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. The flag is first folded twice lengthwise before being lowered.
GK Quiz on the American Revolution
GK Quiz on American States
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