American Symbols and Holidays — Answer Key
Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.
1. star
2. white
3. torch
4. wings
5. stripe
6. USA
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. The Statue of Liberty stands in New York.
The Statue of Liberty welcomes visitors to America and stands for freedom for everyone.
2. The flag has thirteen stripes for the first colonies.
The thirteen stripes stand for the first thirteen colonies that started our country.
3. The bald eagle has big strong wings to fly.
Eagles use their large wings to soar high, showing strength as our country symbol.
4. The Liberty Bell is in the city of Philadelphia.
The Liberty Bell sits in Philadelphia, where leaders signed the Declaration of Independence.
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. The American flag has thirteen stripes.
True False
Yes, the flag has thirteen red and white stripes for the first thirteen American colonies.
2. The Liberty Bell has no crack at all.
True False
No, the Liberty Bell has a famous crack, which makes it special and easy to know.
3. The Statue of Liberty stands in our country.
True False
Yes, the Statue of Liberty stands on an island in America and is a famous symbol.