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National Anthem Quiz

1. What is the national anthem of the United States?

ANSWER: The Star Spangled Banner.

2. Who wrote the lyrics to the American National Anthem?

ANSWER: Francis Scott Key.

3. When was The Star Spangled Banner adopted?

ANSWER: It was adopted in 1916 by an executive order and in 1931 by a congressional resolution.

4. What does the word "banner" mean?

ANSWER: It means flag.

5. What does the word "spangled" mean?

ANSWER: It means twinkling.