Shockingly the two bumbling contestants on the last question of the evening deservingly lost their new found riches on the Statue of Liberty. The question was which hand does the statue of liberty hold the torch? While every American only has two hand, this should have been a serious no-brainer. The right hand holds the torch, the left hand holds the book and the crown is on top of her head (just in case you were wondering.)
Even if you have never seen the Statue of Liberty in person it is an American icon of great proportions. Seeing it in person is extraordinary as well. It is a symbol of our freedom and a beauty of our nation. So imagine out surprise that not only does the two competitors but also much of the Internet doesn't know the answer to this simple question.
It really goes to show what people take for granted in the United States. Comfortable in their little tiny villages and unwilling to step out and see how the world works or recognize the sacrifices made for our great land they live in the privilege. Yes, we are talking about anyone who couldn't easily visualize this statue and give an answer (if you are ill or working, you are excused.)
Believe it or not, most of the lazy Americans born in this country wouldn't last five minutes as an immigrant taking the test to gain citizenship. They would be tossed out when they refused to respect our American treasures or recite the Bill of Rights.
You know who you are out there. Get on a plane and check out the Statue of Liberty. People died for this country and it's time to show some serious respect.
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