Share with your class this Flag Day CyberHunt and learn the history and meaning behind the famous “broad stripes
and bright stars.” Follow the links to answer the questions below.

1. Who wrote the United States’ national anthem, “The Star Spangled Banner”?
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2. On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress passed the , making the American flag our new nation’s official flag.
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3. The very first flag is on public display at what museum?
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4. What are the colors of the five interlocked rings in the center of the Olympic flag?
Hint: At least one color appears on every national flag.
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5. In 1818, the Continental Congress passed a law stating that each time a new state joined the Union, a would be added to the flag.
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6. The United Nations is an international organization aimed at keeping the peace between the world’s
countries. What two symbols can be found on the official UN flag?
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7. Memorial Day honors the men and women who have lost their lives in military service.
How is the flag positioned on this day?
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8. Apollo 11 was the first successful U.S. mission to the moon. To mark their accomplishment, the astronauts on board left behind an American flag. Who were the astronauts?
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9. “Old Glory” is one nickname for the American flag. Name two more!
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