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50 states
How many states are there in the US?
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A leader, who fought racial discrimination
Who was Martin Luther King Jr?
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20-40s
When is the golden age of jazz?
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Tragedies
Guess the genre. These movies are always dramas, and are about people in trouble. Emotion (feelings) are a big part of the movie and the audience (people watching the movie) may get upset and even cry.
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The adventures of Tom Sawyer
What is the name of the book about adventures, written by Mark Twain?
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Stars and Stripes/ Old Glory
What is the alternative name for the flag of the US?
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New Year, Christmas, Easter, Valentine's Day, St Patric's Day, Halloween, Father's Day, Mother's Day
What international holidays do American people celebrate? (at least 5 holidays)
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Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry
What two musicians were true icons of rock and roll?
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Science-fiction
Guess the genre. These movies are set in the future or in outer space. Some use their future or alien settings to ask questions about the meaning of life ot how we should think about life. These movies often use special effects to create images of alien worlds, outer space, alien creatures, and spaceships.
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Civil war
During which war the events in the book "Little women" take place?
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The American Dream
The idea that life can be improved dramatically with the opportunities for success available in the United states. How is this idea called?
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Thanksgiving, Independence Day, Martin Luther King's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day
What are the eight national holidays of the US?
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Louis Armstrong
Who was the main representative of Jazz and swing?
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Fantasy
Guess the genre. These movies include magical and impossible things that any real human being cannot do.
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"The last of the Mohicans"
What is the major work of James Fenimare Cooper?
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Mount Rushmore
It symbolizes the ideals of freedom and democracy, it is a tribute to four presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln and their invaluable contributions to the United States
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Civil War soldiers
Who is Memorial Day dedicated to?
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Frank Sinatra
What singer and musician has become the legend of the American stage out of time?
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Romantic Comedies (Rom-Coms)
Guess the genre. These movies are usually love stories about 2 people from different worlds, who must overcome obstacles to be together. They are always light-hearted, but may include some emotion.
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The evil and immorality of slavery
What is the single dominant theme in "Uncle Tom's Cabin"?
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American Bald Eagle
This bird is a national symbol of the United States of America, bringing a great deal of other symbolic meanings.
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November 11
When do Americans celebrate Veterans Day?
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Jimi Hendrix
Who was condidered to be the most skilled guitarist in history?
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Suspense
Guess the genre. These are movies that keep you on the edge of your seat. They usually have multiple twists that confuse the watcher.
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A black man who was wrongfully accused
Who is the protagonist defending in court in "To Kill a Mockingbird"?
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