American trivia quiz

One of the activities that students said they wanted more of in lessons was short quizzes. Here is one used recently.

1. Which amendment to the US constitution guarantees the right to bear arms?

2. How many electors does the District of Columbia have?

3. Where will the 2008 Democrat national party convention be held?

4. Which president delivered the Gettysberg Address?

5. Who or what are neocons?

6. Who is the current secretary of defense?

7. What is the flag used by the southern states called?

8. From which state did JFK come from?

9. What was the hotel called that is synonymous with Nixon’s presidency?

10. On which street is the White House?

11. In which city is ER supposedly based?

12. What sport was Michael Jordan famous for playing?

13. What is the tallest building in the US?

14. Whose face is on the US $100 bill?

15. What is the shorthand expression for the 5 cent coin?

16. In which city is Rocky set?

17. What is the smallest state in geographical terms?

18. In which country did operation desert storm take place?

19. What is traditionally eaten on thanksgiving?

20. What date is Independence Day?