Statue of Liberty Study guide!!
How many windows are in her crown? What do they represent?
25 (Mrs. Pellegrino's favorite number is 26 so one less)
To walk to the crown of the statue how many steps would you need to climb?
354 steps.
How long is the Statue of Liberty's nose?
4 ½ feet long
What do the spikes of her crown represent and how many are there?
7 Spikes and they represent the 7 continents and 7 seas
How many pennies thick is the "skin" of the statue?
Almost as thick as two pennies together
What was the original name of the island before it was called Liberty Island?
Bedloes Island (remember, it is where the statue lives and sleeps all day/night, just like your BED)
From what material is the exterior of the statue made?
Copper
Where was the Statue of Liberty built?
France
Who designed the Statue of Liberty?
Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, a french designer/sculptor
What does July 4, 1776 stand for?
It represents the birthday of our country, the day we became the United States of America.
Why did France give the United States the Statue of Liberty?
It was a gift of Friendship.
What is written on her tablet and what does that represent?
July IV MDCCLXXVI (which is July 4, 1776 in roman numerals)
What is the official name of the Statue of Liberty?
Liberty Enlightening the World (remember the key word Light)
Was the pedestal built in France too?
NO, it was built and paid for in the United States.
The dedication of monument took place on what date?
October 28, 1886 during the presidency of Grover Cleveland. (remember my tip.. What holiday is close to October 28th? Halloween... imagine dressing up as the statue)
What doe the 25 windows represent?
They represent the 25 gemstones of the world.
The statue is no longer the bronze color of copper, but a turquoise/green color. Why is that?
This is due to oxidation. The copper changes due to the weather, air and elements after many years. The oxidation is like a protective coat on the statue.
If the Statue of Liberty was a real woman, she would need a size 879 shoe.
True
The statue was used as a lighthouse from 1886 to 1902.
True