Quiz: International students – how well do you know your American trivia?

Are you an international student currently studying in the US? The country is alluring to students from all over the globe for many reasons, chief among them, its high quality education and diversity. 

But while you’re happily studying at university, have you spared a minute to think about how much you really know about the nation? The US is one of the largest countries in the world, bringing with it a rich history and culture that makes America what it is today. 

So, how well do you know your American trivia? Let’s put your knowledge to the test:

1. Who was the first American president?

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Abraham Lincoln

George Washington

Theodore Roosevelt

Correct! Wrong!

2. Which of the following presidents was assassinated?

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Abraham Lincoln

John F. Kennedy

All of the above

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3. What is the capital of the US?

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Washington DC

Philadelphia

New York City

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4. What’s the official language of the US?

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English

English and Spanish

There isn’t one

Correct! Wrong!

5. Which of the following is the best spot to view the Northern Lights?

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Fairbanks, Alaska

Yosemite National Park, California

None of the above

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6. What notable university is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts?

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University of Cambridge

Harvard University

Yale University

Correct! Wrong!

7. The image below is…

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Mount Rushmore

The Washington Monument

The Bunker Hill Monument

Correct! Wrong!

Quiz: How well do you know your American trivia?

Holy moly!

Oops. Looks like you might want to do a bit more reading on the US!

Not too shabby!

That’s not a bad score at all!

Excellent!

You sure know your stuff, well done!

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