American Revolution
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Critical event that occurred in the Boston Harbor that upset many tea drinkers

The Boston Tea Party

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Who were Americans declaring their independence from in 1776

The British 

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150 million of these are eaten by Americans during July 4th

Hot Dogs 

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How many times does the Liberty Bell ring on each Independence Day?

13 times

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This key revolutionary figure had a "midnight ride" to warn residents that the "British were coming!"


Paul Revere

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What important American document was signed on July 4th 1776

The Declaration of Independence

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July 4th is one of the few days throughout the year you can purchase this item

Fireworks 

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Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest has happened on each Independence Day since 1972. Where does the competition take place? 

Coney Island, New York

300

Who wrote the star spangled banner?

Francis Scott Key

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Considered to have written most of the declaration of independence. 

Thomas Jefferson

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Who gave the Statue of Liberty to the U.S.

France

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What was the first state to declare the 4th of July a state holiday?

Massachusetts

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Final battle of the American Revolution 

Battle of Yorktown

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What city of the declaration of independence signed? 

Philadelphia 

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How many stars and stripes are on the U.S. flag?

50 Stars 13 Stripes

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Name one of the three U.S. presidents died on the 4th of July

 John Adams (July 4, 1826), Thomas Jefferson (July 4, 1826) and James Monroe (July 4, 1831)

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The name of the treaty that ended the war?

The Treaty of Paris 

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Who ruled England when the Colonies established independence?

King George 3rd

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The name of the Nicolas Cage movie that was played in school during rainy days if you were a post 90s kid that centered around stealing the Declaration of Independence 

National Treasure 

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Name the city that is considered to have the largest 4th of July fireworks display in the U.S.?

The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks celebration in New York City

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