GKT GKT History and Geography

Question 1

In what year did the United States declare independence from Britain?

Accepted Answer

1776

Answer

The United States declared independence on July 4, 1776, when the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence.

Question 2

Which ocean borders the eastern coast of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Atlantic Ocean

Answer

The Atlantic Ocean borders the entire eastern coastline of the United States, from Maine to Florida.

Question 3

How many states make up the United States of America?

Accepted Answer

50

Answer

The United States consists of 50 states; Hawaii was the last to join in 1959.

Question 4

What is the capital city of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Washington, D.C.

Answer

Washington, D.C. has served as the nation's capital since 1800, when the government moved from Philadelphia.

Question 5

In what century did the American Civil War take place?

Accepted Answer

19th century

Answer

The American Civil War was fought from 1861 to 1865, which falls in the 19th century.

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