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Happy 250th birthday to the United States! We’re celebrating two and a half centuries of history, culture, incredible people, and unforgettable moments—from the founding of the nation to the events that shaped the country we know today.

To mark this milestone, we’ve put together a trivia challenge that will test your knowledge of everything from U.S. history, iconic American achievements, and what being an American means to you. Whether you’re a history buff or just here for fun, we've got something for everyone.

From powdered wigs and tea parties (the rebellious kind) to moon landings and modern-day milestones, get ready to tell America’s story!

“America” by Gloria Estefan is one of the official songs on America250’s soundtrack. Click on the video above to hear it, and then share what song you'd want to add to America's Soundtrack.

America's Soundtrack

Which of the following are American inventions? Enter the letter below

A. The assembly line and the microwave
B. The airplane and the EpiPen
C. The lightbulb and the internet
D. The personal computer and GPS
E. All of the above

American Invention

Take a short video singing (or humming, or whistling) your favorite line from the Star-Spangled Banner.

O Say Can You See...

In what year was the United States founded?

I Do Declare

We're burying a time capsule, and it won't be opened for 250 years. What one thing would you put inside the capsule to show the people of the future what life is like in 2026 USA?

Time Capsule

On December 16, 1773, the Sons of Liberty organized a protest in Boston against the Tea Act of 1773 and "taxation without representation." What is that protest called?

Protest

If America had a bumper sticker, what would it say?

Roadtrip

Who issued the Emancipation Proclamation?

Emancipation Proclamation

What does each star on the flag represent?

Old Glory

We're throwing a patriotic party! What dish are you bringing to America's potluck?

Potluck

Take a selfie with the American Flag. Don't have one handy? Find something red, white, or blue and take a selfie waving with it.

Stars and Stripes

We're making 2026 the largest year of service in U.S. history! Have you ever volunteered before? If yes, what did you do? If not, what would be a good way to volunteer in your community?

America Gives Back

Who was the youngest president of the United States?

POTUS

Innovation has always been a defining part of the American story. If you could invent anything, what would it be and why?

America Innovates

How many stripes are on the American flag? If you can't remember, try to think about what those stripes represent...

They were the 1st...

Route 66 is having its 100th birthday this year. For many years it was known as America’s Main Street. It stretched 2,448 miles through 8 states. Where does it start and end?

a.	Ohio to Arizona
b.	Illinois to California
c.	Indiana to Washington
d.	Virginia to Oregon

enter the letter below

Get Your Kicks

We're planning a field trip to see iconic American historical and cultural sites all across the nation. Where should we visit when we come to your hometown? 

Take a short video answering, or showing the site you'd like to share!

Field Trip

True or False: Only 12 people have walked on the Moon, and all of them were Americans

Moonwalk

Which sporting team do you think is “America’s team?”

For the Love of the Game

Finish the lyric: 
My Country, ‘tis of Thee,
Sweet Land of Liberty
Of thee I sing;
Land where my fathers died,
Land of the pilgrims’ pride,  
From every mountainside
____ _____ _____


My Country, ‘tis of Thee

What country gave us the Statue of Liberty in 1886, to celebrate our friendship and commemorate the abolition of slavery?

Lady Liberty

Who gave the famous “I Have a Dream” speech, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1968?


Photo: August 28, 1963. Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Kitty Kelley and the Estate of Stanley Tretick , © Smithsonian Institution

I Have A Dream

What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

Amendments

Who would you nominate as your hometown hero? 

Hometown Hero

Spell it out: get your family, friends, favorite toys, or whatever you have handy, and spell out USA

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with a Trivia Challenge!

America Two Fifty

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