Statue of Liberty

What year did Mr. Laboulaye want to give the United States of American a gift?

1865

When was the Statue put together?

1884

What many crates was the Statue sent in from France to the United States?

214

What is the outside of the Statue made of?

300 sheets of copper

What shape is the Statue of Liberty of?

A woman

What changed the Statue's color to green?

Air

How much does the Statue weigh?

As much as 115 cars

What color was the Statue first?

Copper like a penny

Where is Mr. Laboulaye from?

France

What does the torch mean?

Freedom

Who gave money to help build the Statue?

French and American people

How did the Statue get to the United States of America?

French workers sent the body pieces over separately on boats.

What does the Statue stand for?

Friendship between France and the United States

What color is the Statue of Liberty?

Green

What does the tablet mean?

It has July 4, 1776 written on it, this marks when the Declaration of Independence was signed.

What French artist wanted to put the Statue of Liberty on an island near New York?

Mr. Bartholdi

What French engineer helped make the Statue strong?

Mr. Eiffel

Who wanted to help the United States celebrate 100 years of independence?

Mr. Laboulaye

What is the inside of the Statue made up?

Steel

How tall is the Statue?

Taller than three school buses placed end-to-end. As tall as a 30-story building

What country is the Statue of Liberty in?

United Statues of America