The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of knowledge that focuses on unique national traits, trends, history, people, and current events in the United States. This week’s quiz covers key figures and places in America’s fight for independence, music made in the USA, and towering geographical landmarks. Participants are challenged to answer 8 questions correctly, with topics ranging from American history to popular music.
The first question asks participants to identify the community where John Adams, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock were all born. The correct answer is Quincy, Massachusetts, which is the only U.S. city that is the birthplace of three signers of the Declaration of Independence. The quiz then moves on to a question about Yellowstone, America’s first national park, and asks participants to identify which state is NOT part of the park’s territory.
Another question focuses on the book “The Feminine Mystique,” which played a significant role in igniting the feminist movement in the 1960s. Participants are asked to identify the author of this influential book, with options including Jane Fonda, Maya Angelou, Betty Friedan, and Sandra Cisneros. The quiz also includes questions about female pioneers in American politics, such as Nellie Tayloe Ross, who became the first female governor of Wyoming in 1925.
Participants are presented with a statement about the signing of the Declaration of Independence, asking them to determine if it is true or false. The quiz also tests knowledge of American geography by asking in which state the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi River can be found. Additionally, participants are quizzed on music history, specifically the genre of doo wop, which gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s with hits like “Duke of Earl” and “Earth Angel.”
The final question highlights a multi-talented performer who has won Grammy Awards in various categories, including country, pop, Mexican American, and children’s songs or albums. Participants are given a clue that her grandfather invented the electric stove and asked to identify this powerhouse artist. The quiz offers a fun and engaging way for individuals to test their knowledge of American culture and history.
To access more quizzes from Fox News Digital, participants are encouraged to click a provided link. Additionally, a link to the latest News Quiz, published every Friday, is included for those who enjoy testing their knowledge of current events. For more articles on lifestyle topics, readers can visit the Fox News website at www.foxnews.com/lifestyle. The quiz features photo credits to Getty Images, AP Images, iStock, and Fox News Digital, adding visual interest to the interactive experience.
