Can You Pass This 100 Question U.S. Civics Quiz?

sept-28-1787_headerFrom time to time we post a quiz so that you can test your knowledge.  Our readers do remarkably well, if past experience is any indication!

Most of the questions in this quiz are taken right from the U.S. Naturalization Exam. See how you do, and report your score (if you like) in the comments.

Good luck!

http://civicsquiz.com/100-question-u-s-civics-quiz/

“Jobs for Jihadists” Applications Flood State Department

D.C. Clothesline:

After U.S. State Department Spokeswoman Marie Harf announced that the long-term strategy in the fight against ISIS was to create jobs for potential jihadists, countless terrorists began filling out applications. Here are a few examples (along with a blank application for potential jihadists on the job hunt). Please, keep in mind this is satire, ok?

Application-1
Hilarity continues at D.C. Clothesline

Culture of the 1960's – As seen in the movies

1960The pop culture is a reflection of the social and political mores of the times.  The 1960’s were a heyday in Hollywood movie making.  Part of that is, in my opinion, because of the depth of talent in acting, directing and script writing.  Part of it is technological advancements.  Of course, home video equipment wasn’t available for another decade, so your movie watching was done either in a theater, or on television.
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