Question 121 of 128
2025 civics test
Symbols and Holidays
65/20
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
Accepted answers
Accepted answers
- (Because there were) 13 original colonies
- (Because the stripes) represent the original colonies
Explanation
The 13 stripes represent the 13 original colonies.
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Source: USCIS, 2025 version (USCIS M-1778, 09/25)Verified Jul 23, 2026Official PDF
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