American Symbols and Patriotic Figures Quiz

Test your knowledge of American history and civics with questions about iconic symbols and patriotic leaders. How many can you answer correctly?

#1

Which American symbol represents freedom and is often depicted on coins?

Liberty Bell
Bald Eagle
Statue of Liberty
Mount Rushmore
#2

Who is known as the 'Father of the United States' and the first President of the country?

Abraham Lincoln
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
John Adams
#3

What document begins with the words 'We the People' and serves as the supreme law of the United States?

Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
Constitution
Articles of Confederation
#4

Which American symbol is inscribed with the words 'Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses'?

Lincoln Memorial
Statue of Liberty
Jefferson Memorial
Washington Monument
#5

Which American symbol is carved into the Black Hills of South Dakota and features the faces of four U.S. presidents?

Statue of Liberty
Mount Rushmore
Jefferson Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
#6

What patriotic figure is known for his 'I Have a Dream' speech and his role in the civil rights movement?

Malcolm X
Martin Luther King Jr.
Rosa Parks
Harriet Tubman
#7

Which American symbol represents justice and is often depicted blindfolded with scales and a sword?

Liberty Bell
Bald Eagle
Statue of Liberty
Lady Justice
#8

Who is known as the 'Mother of the Civil Rights Movement' for her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

Rosa Parks
Harriet Tubman
Sojourner Truth
Malcolm X
#9

Which American symbol is a granite monument in Washington, D.C., dedicated to the third President of the United States?

Lincoln Memorial
Statue of Liberty
Jefferson Memorial
Washington Monument
#10

Who wrote the lyrics to 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' the national anthem of the United States?

John Adams
Francis Scott Key
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
#11

Which American symbol is a cracked bell that has become a symbol of freedom and independence?

Liberty Bell
Bald Eagle
Statue of Liberty
Mount Rushmore
#12

Who is the only U.S. president to serve four terms in office?

Franklin D. Roosevelt
John F. Kennedy
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
#13

Which American patriotic song begins with the words 'Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord'?

God Bless America
America the Beautiful
Battle Hymn of the Republic
This Land Is Your Land
#14

Which document, adopted on July 4, 1776, declared the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule?

Constitution
Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
Articles of Confederation
#15

Which American patriot famously said, 'Give me liberty, or give me death!' during the American Revolution?

Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Paine
Patrick Henry
John Adams
#16

What national event led to the adoption of the United States flag with 50 stars to represent each state?

World War I
World War II
Civil War
Apollo 11 Moon Landing

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