America’s 250th Birthday Question 1 out of 10Which Founding Father warned against political parties in his farewell address? George Washington cautioned against political factions dividing the young nation in his 1796 Farewell Address.Thomas JeffersonGeorge WashingtonJohn AdamsBenjamin FranklinYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 2 out of 10What was the main reason for the Constitutional Convention of 1787? Delegates initially met to fix weaknesses but ended up creating an entirely new Constitution.To declare independenceTo elect a presidentTo revise the Articles of ConfederationTo end the Revolutionary WarYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 3 out of 10Which amendment guaranteed freedom of speech, religion, and the press? The First Amendment protects core civil liberties fundamental to American democracy.1st Amendment5th Amendment10th Amendment14th AmendmentYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 4 out of 10Which state was the first to ratify the U.S. Constitution? Delaware ratified the Constitution on December 7, 1787, earning the nickname “The First State.”VirginiaPennsylvaniaNew JerseyDelawareYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 5 out of 10Which Founding Father is known for the quote: “Give me liberty, or give me death!”? Patrick Henry delivered this famous speech in 1775 urging resistance to British rule.Samuel AdamsThomas PainePatrick HenryJohn HancockYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 6 out of 10What year did the U.S. Constitution go into effect? After ratification by the states, the Constitution became effective in 1789.1776178117871789You must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 7 out of 10Which symbol is featured on the Great Seal of the United States? The bald eagle represents strength and freedom on the Great Seal.LionEagleBearOwlYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 8 out of 10What were the Articles of Confederation? It was America’s first constitution, in effect from 1781–1789, but was later replaced due to weaknesses.First U.S. governing documentCurrent ConstitutionSupreme Court rulingWar treatyYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 9 out of 10What is the “Bill of Rights”? The Bill of Rights guarantees fundamental freedoms like speech and religion.Tax lawsWar declarationsFirst 10 amendments to the ConstitutionElection rulesYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 10 out of 10What does “semicquincentennial” refer to? It refers to a 250th anniversary, such as America’s 250th birthday.100 years150 years200 years250 yearsYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit Answer Subscribe to AMAC Daily News and Games Email If You Enjoy Games Like This - Subscribe to the AMAC Daily Newsletter! It's easy and FREE Subscribe Today! First Name Last Name Email *By providing your email address and subscribing, you agree to allow AMAC to send you "Join AMAC" emails, if you are not already an AMAC Member. Share Read more articles by The Association of Mature American Citizens Subscribe Notify of new follow-up comments new replies to my comments Label Name* Email* Label Name* Email* 29 Comments Most Voted Newest Oldest Inline Feedbacks View all comments J. FARLEY 2 days ago 10 for 10, I make it a point to read the Constitution every 6 months to get a better understanding of it! God Bless America!! Bob L. 2 days ago Missed two that I had either forgotten over the last 64 + years or was not taught in class. I wonder how well students would do with this quiz today. Steve M. 2 days ago 10 of 10. Learned all this in elementary school, back when they tought it! I am very sorry for children today, all they teach now is how to be a trans or protest against authority and common sense. Judith Dunn 1 day ago 10/10 Happy 4th 250 Lana 2 days ago Didn’t struggle at all! 10/10. Donna Lauria 2 days ago 8/10 Happy 250th Birthday America! Carol 2 days ago 10/10! TITUS CANBY 2 days ago 9 out of 10!Shouldn’t have blown #5; must have been thinking of BEER!! Sam 2 days ago 9/10. Not too bad for a grouchy ol’ man…. Mary 2 days ago 9/10 had to look up what semicquincentennial was… shandahon 2 days ago 8/10…some were confusing….as with a lot of things in our government….hahahaha…Happy 4th of July…TGIF!!!!……God Bless America!!!! be safe out there…. Raymond Summers 1 day ago 9/10 Ron 1 day ago 10/10, only my second or third time ever. Happy 4ht of July everyone! KateL. 1 day ago 7/10. Happy 250th birthday America. I didn’t realize how much I had forgotten! Ivy 1 day ago I got 9/10! I mis-clicked for one option though, Happy 4th of July 250th birthday America! God Bless America! Rich D 1 day ago Happy 250th Birthday! Barb 2 days ago 8/10 Mike L 18 hours ago Got 10/10 wow!! Have a very safe and happy Birth of United States Day. Danm80 19 hours ago 7 out of 10! Never heard of #10. Hope I don’t get kicked out of my beautiful country! 82 year old, Vietnam Vet! Happy 4th y’all… Melinda C 1 day ago Only 7/10. Remembering details and dates is not my strong suit, but I do know overall meaning. Linda 1 day ago 10/10 May God bless America, and may America bless God! Login Login Join Renew Member Benefits Newsline Member Benefits Advocacy Our Actions About Advocacy Issues Get Involved Weekly Update Annual Report Find Your Representative AMAC App Better for America Podcast Book Club AMAC Blog FAQ About Us Overview Our Team Our Stance on Key Issues Magazine Medicare Games Voice Your Opinion in AMAC Polls AMAC in the Media AMAC Action AMAC Foundation Social Security Guarantee Prime Directives Brief Prime Directives Details The AMAC Store Sweepstakes AMAC Active Contact Advertise with AMAC Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy wpDiscuz290Would love your thoughts, please comment.x()x| ReplyInsert