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When was Independence Day founded?

July 4th, 1776

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This patriotic song has the lyrics "by the dawn's early light"

Star Spangled Banner

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How many stars are on the American flag?

50 stars representing the 50 states we have today

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Which symbol represents freedom, and is often displayed on the 4th of July?

The American Flag

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What is the most popular food eaten on the 4th of July?

Hot Dogs

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Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson

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This patriotic song has the lyrics "'Cause there ain't no doubt I love this land"

God Bless the U.S.A

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What three colors are on the American flag?

Red, White, and Blue
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What tradition is normally celebrated at night on Independence Day at night, which includes loud noises and bright lights?

Fireworks

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Which dessert is often decorated with red, white, and blue for Independence Day?  

Flag Cake

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Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 

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This patriotic song has the lyrics "From California to New York island"

"This Land is your Land, This Land is my Land"

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How many stripes are on the flag, and what do they represent?

13, representing the original 13 colonies.

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Which symbol of independence and American Freedom was cracked many times?

The Liberty Bell
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Where does Nathan's hot dog eating contest take place?

Coney Island, New York

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How many times does the Liberty Bell ring every 4th of July?

13 times, representing the original thirteen colonies

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This patriotic song has the lyrics "Oh, oh, of the Red, White and Blue" 

Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue

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Why is the color red on the American flag very important?

It shows Valor and Bravery.

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What song is the United State's national anthem?

Star Spangled Banner

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 About how many hot dogs to Americans consume every 4th of July? 

150 Million

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Which two  U.S. presidents died on July 4th, 1826

John Adams and Thomas Jefferson

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Who was the composer of "Star Spangled Banner"

Francis Scott Key

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When was the current design of the American flag adopted?

July 4th, 1960

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What famous American landmark is often associated with Independence Day celebrations?

The Statue of Liberty

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What soup was almost our traditional 4th of July meal?

Turtle soup

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