U.S. History
What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?
1776
What do red, white, and blue colors on clothing and decorations represent on the 4th of July?
→ What are the colors of the American flag/patriotism?
Who was the first U.S. President
(Thomas Jefferson)
What is the U.S. national anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner
How many stars are on the current U.S. flag?
50
Which city was the Declaration of Independence signed in?
Philadelphia
What is the name of the famous fireworks show in New York City broadcast on TV?
→ What is the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks?
Who is known for giving the Gettysburg Address?
(Abraham Lincoln)
Who wrote “The Star-Spangled Banner”?
Francis Scott Key
What is the nickname of the U.S. flag?
The Stars and Stripes
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What do many people write on sparklers during fireworks celebrations?
→ What are names or shapes?
Who was president during World War II and the dropping of the atomic bomb
(Harry S. Truman)
What patriotic song begins with “Oh, beautiful for spacious skies”?
America the Beautiful
What monument in New York is often associated with American freedom?
Statue of Liberty
How many colonies declared independence from Britain?
13
What time of day do fireworks usually start on the 4th of July?
→ What is after dark/nighttime?
Which two U.S. presidents signed the Declaration of Independence and died on the same day, July 4?
(Thomas Jefferson and John Adams)
What movie starring Will Smith involves fighting off an alien invasion on July 4th?
(Independence Day)
How many hot dogs are consumed on the 4th of July in the U.S.?
Approx. 150 million)
Which war was being fought when the U.S. declared independence?
The American Revolutionary War
What do most Americans do on the 4th of July?
Watch fireworks
Which U.S. president died on July 4, 1826
Thomas Jefferson)
What famous American composer wrote "Stars and Stripes Forever," often played during 4th of July celebrations?
John Philip Sousa
Which state was the first to make July 4th a state holiday?
Massachusetts