2025 civics test · Question 123 of 128 · Symbols

What is the name of the national anthem?

Official answers

• The Star-Spangled Banner

Why

The national anthem is "The Star-Spangled Banner." "Banner" means flag, and "spangled" means covered with sparkling stars. Francis Scott Key wrote it in 1814 after seeing the flag still flying over Fort McHenry following a battle in the War of 1812.