Talk about Pathetic.......

[John D Harris]

Originally posted by antonius: This is sad (I managed to get 7/10 without thinking about it). Just be thankful that it's not just American kids - although I'm suprised, I thought that you were pretty big in teaching your own history in schools (and hopefully not just "hollywood history").

Sadly most people think our history was like "Hollywood" ie; the old west alot of people think that there were gun fights all the time, and everybody walked around with a "Hog Leg" strapped to their hip, and would kill at the drop of a hat.

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"the memories of a man in his old age,
are deeds of a man in his prime"

[John D Harris]

Originally posted by Moridin: Another 4th related question: Which President died on the 4th of July with his last words being "Thomas Jefferson Lives"? What is ironic about his statement?

John Adams, Jefferson died the same day,don't quote me on it but I think jefferson acctualy died first but John Adams had not received the news when he died.



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"the memories of a man in his old age,
are deeds of a man in his prime"

[AngelofDeath]

Originally posted by John D Harris: Great post AoD. here are my answers, I added a bonus question and will give the answers later. Bonus: Name the original 13 colonies

Hmmmmmm
NJ
NY
DE
VA
PA
RI
MA
NC
SC
GA
CT
ME
WV

I hope I'm close, otherwise I give you permission to let me pick my own switch....

[AngelofDeath]

here are the actual results from the quiz at the mall

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The following questions were posed to 17 shoppers at the Mall Tuesday. The number of correct answers are in parentheses.


1. Q. Why do we celebrate the Fourth of July?
A.To mark the 13 colonies' declaration of independence from England. (16)
2. Q. From which country did America gain independence?
A.Britain. (11)
3. Q. Which river did George Washington and his troops cross in a surprise attack during the Revolutionary War?
A. The Delaware. (5)
4. Q. Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?
A. Philadelphia. (11)
5. Q. What are the three 'unalienable rights' afforded to us by the Declaration of Independence?
A.Life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness. (0)
6. Q. How many stripes are on the American flag?
A. 13. (10)
7. Q. Who wrote the words to the "Star Spangled Banner?"
A. Francis Scott Key. (6)
8. Q. What country gave us the Statue of Liberty?
A. France. (9)
9. Q. Who was the first president of the United States?
A. George Washington. (16)
10. Q. Which came first: the Constitution or the Declaration of Independence?
A. The Declaration of Independence. (11)

[Larry_OHF]

Originally posted by antonius: I'm suprised, I thought that you were pretty big in teaching your own history in schools

If these kids were in the Mall at the time that school was in session, then their lack of knowledge will not reflect a true example of the education of our children, because obviously, these fools are drop-outs that will work extra hard for 30 years just to become Lead Grocery Bagger on second shift at some rinky-dink food store.

No offense intended for those of you that are lead baggers...

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[This message has been edited by Larry_OHF (edited 07-05-2001).]

[AngelofDeath]

Originally posted by Larry_OHF: Originally posted by antonius: I'm suprised, I thought that you were pretty big in teaching your own history in schools If these kids were in the Mall at the time that school was in session, then their lack of knowledge will not reflect a true example of the education of our children, because obviously, these fools are drop-outs that will work extra hard for 30 years just to become Lead Grocery Bagger on second shift at some rinky-dink food store.

They actually asked a Lawyer, and mostly adults. And others with Real Jobs.....

[Larry_OHF]

I...?
Well,,,!!?
I'll just shut up then!


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[AngelofDeath]

Originally posted by Larry_OHF: I...? Well,,,!!? I'll just shut up then!

LOL

[Sazerac]

Not reading the prior responses, I'm going to give it a stab:

1. Q. Why do we celebrate the Fourth of July? To celebrate America's independence from Britain through the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

2. Q. From which country did America gain independence? England (re: #1)

3. Q. Which river did George Washington and his troops cross in a surprise attack during the Revolutionary War? The Delaware

4. Q. Where was the Declaration of Independence signed? Philadelphia, in Independence Hall

5. Q. What are the three 'unalienable rights' afforded to us by the Declaration of Independence? Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

6. Q. How many stripes are on the American flag? 13

7. Q. Who wrote the words to the "Star Spangled Banner?" Francis Scott Keyes

8. Q. What country gave us the Statue of Liberty? France, in 1876

9. Q. Who was the first president of the United States? George Washington

10. Q. Which came first: the Constitution or the Declaration of Independence? The Declaration. The Constitution wouldn't be drafted until at least 8 years later, after the war was over.

Going to post and then check my answers...



Ha...got them all right, except I spelled Key's name wrong...was thinking of another spelling. Oh well...

"S"



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[Sazerac]

Originally posted by John D Harris: Bonus: Name the original 13 colonies

I'll see your colonies...AND raise you the original delegates to the Continental Congress from each colony who signed the Declaration of Independence.

President of the Continental Congress: John Hancock

New Hampshire --Dr. Josiah Bartlett
Massachusetts --John Adams (the future 2nd President)
Rhode Island --Stephen Hawkins
Connecticut --Roger Sherman
New York --Louis Morris
New Jersey --Rev. John Witherspoon
Philadelphia --Dr. Benjamin Franklin
Delaware --Caesar Rodney
Maryland --Samuel Chase
Virginia --Thomas Jefferson (the future 3rd President)
North Carolina --Joseph Hewes
South Carolina --Edward Rutledge
Georgia --Dr. Lymon Hall