Understanding National Symbols
A Grade 6 social studies worksheet exploring the meaning and significance of national symbols of the United States.
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Understanding National Symbols
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of American national symbols.
1. Which of the following is the national bird of the United States?
American Robin
Bald Eagle
Great Horned Owl
Cardinal
2. What do the 50 stars on the U.S. flag represent?
The original 13 colonies
The number of presidents
The 50 states
The number of stripes
3. The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of and .
4. The national anthem of the United States is called .
5. The Liberty Bell is located in Washington D.C.
True
False
6. The Great Seal of the United States features an olive branch, symbolizing peace, and arrows, symbolizing war.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the significance of the American flag.
8. What does the Bald Eagle symbolize for the United States?
Identify the national symbols shown below.
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