STATES
1st state to make July 4th an official state holiday
Massachusetts
Who was the 1st to sign the Declaration of Independence
John Hancock
Where is the largest 4th of July fireworks display in America
New York, Macy's
What do the 13 stripes on the Flag represent
The 13 Original Colonies
Which city hosted the 1st Official Independence Day Celebration on July 4,1777
Philadelphia
in what state was the Declaration of Independence Signed
Pennsylvania
How many signatures are on the Declaration of Independence
56
What country invented fireworks over 2,000 years ago
China
when a new state is added, the flag receives a new star, On what specific Day of the year is the new star leagally added
July 4th
How many times does the Liberty Bell ring on each
Independence Day
13
which state did not approve of the Declaration of Independence
New York
Why is John Hancock's signature so large and bold
so the King of Great Britain could read it without his spectacles
What is the hardest color to make in a firework
Blue
What do the colors of the American Flag stand for
RED is Hardiness and Valor
WHITE is Purity and Innocence
BLUE is Vigilance, Perseverance and Justice
According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council
how many Hot Dogs are eaten on the 4th of July
150 Million
Which state was the first to declare independence
Rhode Island
Who was the oldest signer of the Declaration of Independance
Benjamin Franklin
What is considered the Fireworks Capital of America
New Castle, Pennsylvania
How did Betsy Ross arrange the stars on the 1st American Flag
In a circle
As of June 2023 How many American Flags have made it to and are still standing on the Moon
SI11X they are from Apollo 11, 12, 14, 15 , 16 and 17