Vokabeln zu den Vereinigten Staaten: Lerne und teste dein Wissen

Question 1

Translate the phrase "an der Ostküste" into English.

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On the East Coast

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On the West Coast

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In the east

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In the United States

Question 2

Welcher Begriff bedeutet auf Deutsch "Bundesstaat"?

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State

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County

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City

Question 3

Welche Stadt liegt NICHT in den Vereinigten Staaten?

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Toronto

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New York City

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Los Angeles

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Chicago

Question 4

Welcher Begriff passt nicht in die folgende Kategorie?

Accepted Answer

Eiffelturm

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Hamburger

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Thanksgiving

Question 5

In which city do the President and other important people work in the United States?

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Washington, D.C.

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New York City

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Los Angeles

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Chicago

Question 6

Translate the German word "der Wolkenkratzer" into English.

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the skyscraper

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the tower

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the building

Question 7

Which city is the capital of the United States?

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Washington, D.C.

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New York City

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Los Angeles

Question 8

Welches Symbol wird mit dem Begriff "Stars and Stripes" bezeichnet?

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Die Nationalflagge der USA

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Die Flagge Kaliforniens

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Das Logo der Boston Celtics

Question 9

Which of the following words does not belong?

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Pfandbrief

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Statue of Liberty

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Coca-Cola

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Hollywood

Question 10

Welche Stadt wird mit der Abkürzung LA bezeichnet?

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Los Angeles

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New York City

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San Francisco

Question 11

What is the name of the longest river in the United States?

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Mississippi River

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Colorado River

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Ohio River

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Hudson River

Question 12

Which of these states is located in a region other than the western United States?

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Texas

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California

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Oregon

Question 13

Which U.S. state has a single star on its flag and is known as the "Lone Star State"?

Accepted Answer

Texas

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Florida

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California

Question 14

What does the abbreviation "D.C." stand for in the context of the US capital?

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District of Columbia

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Direct Current

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Downtown Center

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Defense Council

Question 15

Welches Wort passt **nicht** zu den anderen, wenn es um die Größe der Vereinigten Staaten geht?

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klein

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riesig

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gewaltig

Question 16

Which of these geographical features is NOT found in the United States?

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The Amazon rainforest

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The Rocky Mountains

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The Grand Canyon

Question 17

Welcher der folgenden Staaten liegt NICHT im Westen der USA?

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Florida

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Kalifornien

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Texas

Question 18

Translate the German term "Bundesstaat" into English:

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Federal State

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United States

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Nation

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Province

Question 19

Wie heißt "skyscraper" auf Deutsch?

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Wolkenkratzer

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Aussichtsplattform

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Parkhaus

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Stadion

Question 20

Welches grundlegende Prinzip ist in der Verfassung der Vereinigten Staaten verankert?

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Gewaltenteilung

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Alleinherrschaft

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Gottesherrschaft

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Diktatur

Question 21

Which of the following best describes a key characteristic of the United States that has shaped its cultural identity?

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A diverse cultural landscape, influenced by a wide range of ethnicities and backgrounds

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A predominantly Anglo-Saxon culture with minimal external influences

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A society with strict cultural segregation, where different cultures remain isolated

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A uniform culture with limited cultural diversity

Question 22

What is the central idea behind the concept of "American exceptionalism"?

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The belief that the United States is uniquely blessed and destined to lead the world.

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The idea that the United States is superior to other countries due to its military and economic power.

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The notion that the United States should focus on its own domestic concerns and avoid international involvement.

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The belief that the United States has no cultural or historical connection to Europe.

Question 23

How has the US Constitution had a major impact on the development of the United States?

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It set up a strong central government with a clear division of powers.

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It gave basic rights and freedoms to all citizens, like freedom of speech and religion.

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It made it easy to change the Constitution often to meet new needs in society.

Question 24

Which national park is renowned for its towering red rock formations and canyons?

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Grand Canyon National Park

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Yosemite National Park

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Yellowstone National Park

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Sequoia National Park

Question 25

Welcher Nationalpark in den USA ist der größte?

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Yellowstone-Nationalpark

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Grand-Canyon-Nationalpark

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Yosemite-Nationalpark

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Death-Valley-Nationalpark

Question 26

Which famous bridge connects San Francisco to Marin County?

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Golden Gate Bridge

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Brooklyn Bridge

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George Washington Bridge

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St. Louis Arch

Question 27

Welcher Fluss ist ein bedeutender Fluss im Osten der Vereinigten Staaten?

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Ohio River

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Snake River

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Colorado River

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St. Lawrence River

Question 28

Which national park is renowned for its geothermal wonders, such as geysers and hot springs?

Accepted Answer

Yellowstone

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Yosemite

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Grand Canyon

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Rocky Mountains

Question 29

Which famous bridge links Brooklyn and Manhattan in New York City?

Accepted Answer

Brooklyn Bridge

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Golden Gate Bridge

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Verrazano-Narrows Bridge

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George Washington Bridge

Question 30

What is the name of the building where the President of the United States works?

Accepted Answer

The White House

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The Capitol Building

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The Pentagon

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The Supreme Court Building

Question 31

Which of the following cities is a major city in the Midwest region of the United States?

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Chicago

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Los Angeles

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New York City

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Houston

Question 32

Which iconic bridge links Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City?

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Brooklyn Bridge

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Golden Gate Bridge

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Statue of Liberty

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Empire State Building

Question 33

Which national park is famous for its vast grasslands and herds of bison?

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Yellowstone National Park

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Grand Canyon National Park

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Death Valley National Park

Question 34

Which river is the longest in the United States, flowing from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico?

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Mississippi River

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Missouri River

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Colorado River

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Rio Grande

Question 35

Which iconic sign is situated on a hill in Los Angeles, California?

Accepted Answer

Hollywood Sign

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Walk of Fame

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Hollywood Bowl

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Hollywood Hills

Question 36

Which US state is nicknamed the 'Golden State'?

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California

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Texas

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Florida

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New York

Question 37

Which city is the most populous in the United States?

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New York City

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Los Angeles

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Chicago

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Houston

Question 38

What does the Statue of Liberty represent in American culture?

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Human rights and welcoming immigrants

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Military strength and independence

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The American Revolution and the founding of the nation

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Native American contributions to society

Question 39

Which national park is famous for its giant sequoia trees?

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Yosemite National Park

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Grand Canyon National Park

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Yellowstone National Park

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Death Valley National Park

Question 40

Which amendment to the US Constitution abolished slavery and forced labor?

Accepted Answer

Thirteenth Amendment

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First Amendment

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Fifteenth Amendment

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Nineteenth Amendment

Question 41

What was the Harlem Renaissance's most significant impact on American society?

Accepted Answer

Renewed appreciation for African American culture and identity

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Immediate legal desegregation of public spaces

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Election of the first African American president

Question 42

How has technology influenced the cultural identity of the United States?

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Technology has made American culture more widespread and influential globally.

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Technology has encouraged new artistic expressions that reflect American society's unique qualities.

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Technology has weakened traditional American values like independence and self-reliance.

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Technology has had no significant impact on American cultural identity.

Question 43

What type of government does the United States have?

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Constitutional Republic

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Monarchy

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Oligarchy

Question 44

How effective are US foreign aid programs in promoting economic development and stability in developing countries?

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The effectiveness of US foreign aid programs depends on the specific program and the recipient country.

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US foreign aid programs are always successful in boosting economic growth and stability in developing countries.

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US foreign aid programs are generally ineffective and often do more harm than good.

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The US should greatly increase foreign aid spending to address global poverty and inequality.

Question 45

Which national park is renowned for its towering giant sequoia trees?

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Sequoia National Park

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Yosemite National Park

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Grand Canyon National Park

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Yellowstone National Park

Question 46

Which city boasts the highest population within the United States?

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New York City

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Los Angeles

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Chicago

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Houston

Question 47

Which US state is known as the 'Golden State'?

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California

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Texas

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Florida

Question 48

What political factor played a major role in triggering the American Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Lack of representation in Parliament for American colonies

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Financial strain from the French and Indian War

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Native American opposition to westward expansion

Question 49

Which of the following best defines the concept of 'manifest destiny' in the context of US history?

Accepted Answer

The belief that the US had a divine right to expand across North America.

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The idea that the US should focus on domestic issues and avoid foreign involvement.

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The belief that the US should remain neutral in international affairs.

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The belief that the US should establish colonies in Europe.

Question 50

What does the Statue of Liberty primarily symbolize in American culture?

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A symbol of hope and freedom for immigrants

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A symbol of military might

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A symbol of economic prosperity

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A tribute to the founding fathers

Question 51

Which term describes a person residing in the United States without legal authorization?

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Undocumented immigrant

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Immigrant

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Naturalized citizen

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Permanent resident

Question 52

Which of the listed cities is not located on the eastern coast of the United States?

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San Francisco

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New York City

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Boston

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Miami

Question 53

Who is commonly acknowledged as the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

Accepted Answer

Thomas Jefferson

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George Washington

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Benjamin Franklin

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John Adams

Question 54

What is the official currency of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Dollar

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Euro

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Pound Sterling

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Yen

Question 55

Which song is recognized as the national anthem of the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Star-Spangled Banner

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God Bless America

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America the Beautiful

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Yankee Doodle Dandy

Question 56

Which food item is considered a quintessential part of American cuisine?

Accepted Answer

Hamburger

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Tacos

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Sushi

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Pasta

Question 57

Which amendment to the US Constitution ended slavery and forced labor?

Accepted Answer

Thirteenth

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First

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Fifteenth

Question 58

What is a synonym for the term "metropolis"?

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Großstadt

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Vorort

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Kleinstadt

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Dorf

Question 59

What is the correct term for a person who holds citizenship in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Amerikaner

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Franzose

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Brite

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Kanadier

Question 60

Which national symbol represents the freedom and independence of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Weißkopfseeadler

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Taube

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Falke

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Adler

Question 61

What is the name of the famous suspension bridge that connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City?

Accepted Answer

Brooklyn Bridge

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Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Tower Bridge

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Golden Gate Bridge

Question 62

Which U.S. state is renowned for its thriving film industry, often referred to as "Hollywood"?

Accepted Answer

Kalifornien

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New York

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Texas

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Florida

Question 63

What is the official currency used for financial transactions in the United States?

Accepted Answer

US-Dollar

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Euro

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Yen

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Pfund

Question 64

What is the title of the official anthem of the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Star-Spangled Banner

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Deutschlandlied

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La Marseillaise

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God Save the King

9/11

Ethnic minorities

Gun culture

Liberty, justice and equality

Nicht definiert

The American dream and life

The making of a nation