Independence Day
What year did the United States declare independence?
1776
What popular July treat, often served at county fairs, is made by deep frying batter and sprinkling it with powdered sugar?
Funnel Cake
This U.S. President, known for the Emancipation Proclamation, wasn’t born in July—but Calvin Coolidge was. When is his birthday?
July 4th
The first U.S. postage stamp was issued in this month and year.
July 1847
Who sang “Summertime Blues,” later covered by The Who and Alan Jackson?
Who is Eddie Cochran
Which U.S. president died on July 4, 1826—50 years after the Declaration?
Thomas Jefferson or John Adams – both did
This dessert, named after a summer activity, features chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallows
Smores
This famous painter of “The Persistence of Memory” was born in July.
Marc Chagall
The Battle of Gettysburg ended in early July of this year
1863
“In the Summertime” was a hit for this one-hit wonder British band.
Mungo Jerry
What famous document was adopted on July 4th?
(The Declaration of Independence)
The peak season for this red, juicy fruit is July and it's often used to make preserves and pies. (
Strawberries
Born on July 6, 1946, this former U.S. president was once the Governor of Texas.
George W. Bush
The first atomic bomb test, “Trinity,” was conducted in July 1945 in this state.
New Mexico
Name the 1960s hit that begins “See the curtains hangin’ in the window…”
“Summer Breeze” by Seals and Crofts?
What city was the Declaration of Independence signed in?
Philadelphia
Which cool summer soup, served cold, is made with tomatoes and vegetables?
gazpacho
This famous actor, known for Forrest Gump, was born July 9, 1956
Tom Hanks
This spacecraft carried the first humans to the moon in July 1969.
Apollo 11
This Motown group sang “Heat Wave” in 1963.
Martha and the Vandellas
What year did the Fourth of July become a federal holiday?
1870
his Southern side dish is made with mayo, pasta, and sometimes chopped pickles—often brought to summer BBQs
macaroni salad
This English author of the Harry Potter series shares her July 31st birthday with her fictional character
J.K. Rowling
This global sports event was first held in July 1903. This global sports event was first held in July 1903.
Tour de France
“School’s Out” is a summer anthem by this rocker, famous for his theatrical performances.
Alice Cooper