American History - No. 1

1. Which U.S. President first spoke of a "government of the people, by the people, for the people"?

2. In 1752, during a thunderstorm over Philadelphia, who flew a kite to prove that lightning is electricity?

3. Did "the shot heard "around the world" start in what period?

4. Did the Founding Fathers sign on what document?

5. During the Depression of the 1930s, which President told the nation, "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself"?

6. Which patriot said, "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country"?

7. Who was the only President ever to serve as chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court?

8. Which U.S. President was the first to resign before the end of his term?

9. Was America named for an explorer from what country?

10. Which of these states was not of the original 13 colonies: