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Unit 1
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31
History
2nd Grade
04/18/2012

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Term
What continent do we live on?
Definition
North America
Term
What do we call a large piece of land?
Definition
A continent
Term
How many states are there in the United States?
Definition
50
Term
What are the types of communities?
Definition
A large city, a busy town, a little village, a farm
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What do we call special workers who help in the community
Definition
Community Helpers
Term
What is the smallest state?
Definition
Rhode Island
Term
What is the largest state?
Definition
Alaska
Term
What protects our freedoms?
Definition
Laws
Term
Why do we have police officers?
Definition
To protect us and make sure we obey the law
Term
What is our flag a symbol of?
Definition
The United States of America.
Term
What does Freedom of Speech mean?
Definition
People can say what they believe
Term
What does Freedom of the Press mean?
Definition
People can print what they believe for others to read
Term
What does Freedom of religion mean?
Definition
People can go to any church
Term
Is it okay to let the flag touch the ground?
Definition
No, we should show respect
Term
Why should we think carefully before you use your freedoms?
Definition
So I won't hurt others' freedoms.
Term
What do we call holidays that only the people of America can celebrate?
Definition
patriotic holidays
Term
Who was our first president?
Definition
George Washington
Term
What month do we celebrate the birthdays of President Lincoln and President Washington?
Definition
February
Term
Why do we celebrate memorial day?
Definition
To remember Americans who have fought and died for our country.
Term
Why do we celebrate Flag Day?
Definition
To remind us of the importance of our flag.
Term
Whom does Labor Day honor?
Definition
American workers
Term
What important paper was signed on July 4, 1776?
Definition
The Declaration of Independence
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What do we celebrate on Veterans Day?
Definition
We celebrate any person who has served in our military (a veteran)
Term
Why do we celebrate
Definition
Term
What should we be thankful for on Thanksgiving?
Definition
Our home, country, families, food, friends, etc...
Term
What was the first patriotic song?
Definition
Yankee Doodle
Term
What is a doodle?
Definition
Something foolish
Term
Which American fort was being attacked by the British when Mr. Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner?
Definition
Fort McHenry
Term
Why was My Country Tis of Thee written?
Definition
For children to sing in church
Term
What mountain inspired Miss Bates to write America the Beautiful?
Definition
Pike's Peak in Colorado
Term
Who wrote God Bless America?
Definition
Irving Berlin
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