The United States of America

Some facts:

• It is federal republic of 50 states and federal districts.• The capital city is Washington, D.C.• Population is over 285 million people.• Situated in southern part of North America.

Location:

• The USA is situated in the centre of North America and there are four time zones.

• It is the fourth largest

country of the world.

National symbols:

• The American flag: 50 stars, 7 red and 6 white stripes • The American anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner• The Amarican currency: American dollar

History:

• Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492• First Americans were Indians and Eskimos• The first president was George Washington.

George Washington

Christopher Columbus

The American President:

• President: Barack Obama • Seat of president:

White house in Washington D.C.

Interesting places

Cities:

• New York• Los Angeles• Washington, D.C.

New York

Los Angeles

Washington, D.C.

Nature:

• Yellowstone National Park (Wyoming)

• The Grand Canyon (Arizona)• Niagara Falls

Yellowstone National Park

The Grand Canyon

Niagara Falls

Attractions:

• Mount Rushmore (South Dacota)• Las Vegas (Nevada)