Quiz "symbols of the USA"
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American flag
When literally translated from English, this means - The Great Seal of the United States, use it to confirm the authenticity of documents issued by the Government of the United States of America. It is always kept by the USA Secretary of State. When literally translated from English, this means - The Great Seal of the United States, use it to confirm the authenticity of documents issued by the Government of the United States of America. It is always kept by the USA Secretary of State. What is it? The USA coat of arms The USA coat of arms This national motto of the United States of America was adopted by the USA Congress and approved by the decree of the USA President Dwight Eisenhower of July 30, 1956. This national motto of the United States of America was adopted by the USA Congress and approved by the decree of the USA President Dwight Eisenhower of July 30, 1956. What is it? «In God We Trust» «In God We Trust» («В Бога мы веруем») The words to this patriotic song were written by Francis Scott Key on September 14, 1814, poem was printed under the heading "Protection of Fort McHenry“ and the music was served by the British table song, it was known as “Anacreon in Heaven”. The words to this patriotic song were written by Francis Scott Key on September 14, 1814, poem was printed under the heading "Protection of Fort McHenry“ and the music was served by the British table song, it was known as “Anacreon in Heaven”. What is it? The USA national anthem The USA national anthem On April 28, 1926, the thirtieth President Calvin Coolidge called this tree the official Christmas tree of the United States; it grows in the Kings Canyon National Park in the Sierra Nevada, California, and is the second largest tree in the world. On April 28, 1926, the thirtieth President Calvin Coolidge called this tree the official Christmas tree of the United States; it grows in the Kings Canyon National Park in the Sierra Nevada, California, and is the second largest tree in the world. What is it? Sequoia General Grant Sequoia General Grant In 1986, the United States Congress decided to recognize this flower as the symbol of the United States. To say about the love of a man and a woman, about the love of humanity and God, about the love of their country, Americans who speak the language of the heart will say this with this flower. This flower is a symbol of the states of New York and Oklahoma. In 1986, the United States Congress decided to recognize this flower as the symbol of the United States. To say about the love of a man and a woman, about the love of humanity and God, about the love of their country, Americans who speak the language of the heart will say this with this flower. This flower is a symbol of the states of New York and Oklahoma. What is it? Rose Rose The foundation stone of this building was laid by George Washington on September 18, 1793. This building is the seat of the US Congress, the ideological center of the District of Columbia. Connects to the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial by the 1800-meter National Alley. The foundation stone of this building was laid by George Washington on September 18, 1793. This building is the seat of the US Congress, the ideological center of the District of Columbia. Connects to the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial by the 1800-meter National Alley. What is it? United States Capitol United States CapitolThis symbol of the United States is a national monument of the United States. Since 1984, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It was built as a gift from the United States of France to the World Exhibition in 1876 and the centenary of American independence. It is located on an island located in Upper New York Bay about 3 kilometers south-west of the southern tip of Manhattan Island.
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Statue of Liberty Statue of Liberty This mountain is located in the Black Hills mountain range, southwest of the town of Kiston in South Dakota, USA. The mountain is known for having a bas-relief of 18.6 meters high in its granite rock, containing sculptural portraits of four US presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. This mountain is located in the Black Hills mountain range, southwest of the town of Kiston in South Dakota, USA. The mountain is known for having a bas-relief of 18.6 meters high in its granite rock, containing sculptural portraits of four US presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. What is it? Rushmore Rushmore This is an international biosphere reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world's first national park, it is located in the states of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. The park is famous for its numerous geysers and other geothermal objects, rich in wildlife, picturesque landscapes. Here you can see unique caves, clear lakes, canyons and rivers. This is an international biosphere reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the world's first national park, it is located in the states of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. The park is famous for its numerous geysers and other geothermal objects, rich in wildlife, picturesque landscapes. Here you can see unique caves, clear lakes, canyons and rivers. What is it? Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone National Park This is a true wonder of nature, which captures the spirit of even the most experienced travelers, he is in Arizona and is the most unusual geological object on our planet. Tourists are most attracted by the opportunity to stand on the glass platform above it. This is a true wonder of nature, which captures the spirit of even the most experienced travelers, he is in Arizona and is the most unusual geological object on our planet. Tourists are most attracted by the opportunity to stand on the glass platform above it. What is it? Grand Canyon Grand CanyonThis highway is rightly called the "mother of all American roads." It has a length of four thousand kilometers and connects such large cities as Los Angeles and Chicago, located in different parts of the United States. Thus, this road became a symbol of the unity of America and had a significant impact on the life of the country and its economic development.
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Route 66, Route 66, Will Rogers HighwayThis is not a man-made landmark, but a natural masterpiece located in the territories of the states of Utah and Arizona. These are the lands of the Navajo tribe and the park of the same name, which attracts tourists with unusual landscapes. It is not surprising that there have been repeatedly made films about cowboys and commercials!
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Monument Valley Monument ValleyAbout 10 million tourists come to this corner of Los Angeles every year to see the handprints of Hollywood stars left right on the sidewalk. Today, stars are located there are almost 2.5 thousand celebrities and the collection has been replenished since 1960. The star at this place is the recognition of the outstanding achievements of the individual, her contribution to American culture.
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Hollywood Walk of Fame Hollywood Walk of FameThis landmark is located in Philadelphia, it is one of the main symbols of the American struggle for independence from Great Britain, whose bell summoned city residents to announce the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 8, 1776. The inscription on it reads: "And declare freedom on earth to all its inhabitants."
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The Liberty Bell The Liberty BellThis is the only place in the United States where the boundaries of the four states of the United States: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah meet at right angles along the meridians and parallels. The first marker at this point was set back in 1912; In 1931 a bronze disk was installed here, and in 1992 a monument was erected.
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Four Corners Four CornersThis nominal name is a personalized image of the United States of America. A person with this name is often portrayed as an older man with fine features, an old-fashioned beard, in an American flag hat, a blue dress coat and striped trousers thanks to the work of the artist Thomas Nast.
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Uncle Sam Uncle SamThis is the most popular sports game in the USA. Two teams take part in it, eleven players on each side, playing with an oval ball on a rectangular field. It is considered that the first game was played on November 6, 1869 according to one of the variants of the soccer game.
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American football American footballThe name of this type of sandwich was brought to America by immigrants from Germany, but now it is considered one of the symbols of the United States. In 1921, White Castle was opened in Kansas, the signature dish of this sandwich. It consists of chopped fried patties served inside a sliced loaf.
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Hamburger HamburgerThis amusement park is located in Anaheim (California, USA). This is the first of the theme parks, which was opened on July 17, 1955, becoming the embodiment of the idea of a park in which the world of cartoons and fairy tales would be recreated, where everyone is interested: adults and children.
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Disneyland DisneylandThis city in the western United States, in the state of Nevada, located in the central part of the Mojave Desert, is one of the world's largest entertainment and gambling centers. In this most noisy and most vibrant American city, you can easily sign you off from the first counter, drink whiskey and be happy to help get rid of the extra money.
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Las Vegas Las VegasThis area is the historical center of New York, the heart and the most famous, expensive, prestigious, bustling area of the city. Here an incredible number of people, cars, shopping centers and office complexes. He repeatedly became the “hero” of Hollywood films and it was the heroine of the band “Banderos” who wanted to live.
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Manhattan ManhattanThis is the central monument of the capital of the United States, erected as a symbol of state power right between the Capitol and the White House. The granite obelisk is 169 meters high and weighs about 91 tons and is lined with beautiful Maryland marble. By the way, you can take the elevator to the top of this monument, or by overcoming 896 steps.
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Washington Monument Washington MonumentAt one time, this suspension bridge in San Francisco was the longest in the world, but now it is far from the record holders, because it was built in 1937. However, this bridge still looks very respectable and slim, being a recognized business card of the city, showing off on postcards and photos.
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The Golden Gate Bridge The Golden Gate BridgeThis is one of the darkest prisons in the world, located on an island in the San Francisco Bay. It is often called simply “The Rock”, it is believed that it was incredibly difficult to escape from it. Today this place, shown in films, programs and described in literature, attracts tourists with a grim history and a well-preserved atmosphere of a real casemate.
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Prison “Alcatraz” Prison “Alcatraz”This traditional fast food dish came to the United States from Germany, but became the hallmark of America. July 23 is the celebration of this dish in the United States. In 1994, the National Council was established to study the quality of this dish, its tasting and advertising. Usually this kind of sandwich is eaten without the use of cutlery and dishes.
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Hot dog Hot dogIt is the largest, coldest, most sparsely populated state of the USA. People come here to see the untouched nature of the north, try themselves in the role of a gold miner, visit museums and other sights. The mandatory visit list includes Denali National Park, where Mount McKinley and the Museum of the North are located. In the distant past, this land belonged to Russia.
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Alaska Alaska
