Food
True or False: Every 4th of July, 'Nathan's Famous' hosts their annual National Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, New York.
TRUE: Last year the winner of the "Mustard Belt" ate 58 hotdogs in 10 minutes.
What is the 'proper' way to fold an American Flag?
A. Square
B. Triangular
C. No particular way
B. Triangular ;
The American flag is folded into a triangle as a ceremonial practice, particularly during military funerals and retreat ceremonies, and it symbolizes the tri-cornered hat worn by soldiers during the American Revolution
The 4th of July is often reffered to as ____________.
A. Memorial Day
B. Independence Day
C. Veteran's Day
B. Independence Day
What did one flag say to the other?
Nothing, it just waved
Which animal is the US national symbol?
A. Buffalo/Bison
B. Bald Eagle
C. Hawk
B. Bald Eagle
Which fruit is the most popular choice for people to serve on the 4th of July.
A. Oranges
B. Watermelon
C. Peaches
Watermelon; is a popular food for the 4th of July because it is a summertime fruit that is in season during July, offering a refreshing and hydrating treat.
Who had the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence?
A. Ben Franklin
B. John Adams
C. John Hancock
C. John Hancock
Fun Fact: "John Hancock" is an informal synonym for a signature. This stems from the large and clear signature of John Hancock on the Declaration of Independence. It's believed that he signed his name so large that King George could read it without wearing spectacles.
How many stripes are on the American Flag and what do they symbolize?
13 stripes to symbolize the original 13 US colonies.
What State is famous for tiny beverages?
Mini-soda
This Marvel superhero wears stars and stripes.
Captain America
What are the most common food dye colors bought around 4th of July?
Red, White and Blue
What is the name of the US National Anthem?
Start Spangled Banner
How many stars are on the American Flag, and what do they symbolize?
50 stars, to symbolize the 50 states.
Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?
At the bottom
This color is the hardest to produce in fireworks.
A. Red
B. White
C. Blue
C. Blue
What is the most common way for people to cook food on the 4th of July?
BBQ / Grill
Finish the Lyrics:
"For the ____ of the free, and the ______ of the brave."
"For the LAND of the free, and the HOME of the brave."
Which country did the US colonies declare independence from?
A. Paris
B. Great Britain
C. Germany
B. Great Britain
What did the colonists wear to the Boston Tea Party?
a TEA-shirt
The American colonists dumped _____ into the harbor as a form of protest the British rule & unfair taxes.
A. Coffee
B. Sugar
C. Tea
C. Tea
_____ is the most commonly consumed food on the 4th of July.
A. Burgers
B. Ribs
C. Hot dogs
C. Hot dogs
Finish the Lyrics:
"Oh say, can you _____
By the _____ early light."
"Oh say, can you see
By the dawn's early light."
The _________ was a document that announced the separation of the 13 colonies from Great Britain.
A. The Constitution
B. Bill of Rights
C. The Declaration of Independence
C. The Declaration of Independence
It declared the colonies as free and independent states, asserting their right to govern themselves and form alliances
What would you say if everyone in the country sneezed at the same time?
God bless America!
Which country gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States?
A. Germany
B. France
C. Switzerland
B. France
Fun Fact: France was an ally to the Colonies, and provided significant financial and military support during the Revolutionary War.