American Symbols
This bird is the national symbol of the United States
Bald Eagle
The 4th of July celebrates this country's birthday
The United States
The first president of the United States
George Washington
This musical song is often played during fireworks shows and includes the lyrics “the rockets’ red glare.”
The Star Spangled Banner
Born of stars, I hold no night,
My stripes are seen in morning light.
I’ve grown in stars but kept my form—
What symbol am I through peace and storm?
The American Flag
This red, white, and blue item flies high on a flagpole
The American Flag
The Declaration of Independence was signed in this year
1776
He wrote the Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson
A 4th of July tradition since 1777
Fireworks
I told a king we wanted out,
No more taxes, no more doubt.
Signed by men both brave and bright,
I declared our freedom right.
The Declaration of Independence
This tall statue in New York Harbor was a gift from France
The Statue of Liberty
The 13 stripes on the flag represent this
13 colonies
This famous American rode at night to warn, “The British are coming!”
Paul Revere
What was the first state to recognize the 4th of July as a holiday?
Massachusetts
An American living in England came home to the United States on the 4th of July, celebrated for three full days, and returned to England on the 4th of July. How is this possible?
The boat was named "4th of July"
This building in Washington, D.C. is where the U.S. President lives and works
The White House
The 4th of July is also called this two-word holiday name
Independence Day
This group of men helped create the Declaration of Independence and led the American colonies
The Founding Fathers
Which city hosts the largest fireworks display in the United States?
New York City
What do you call a snowman on the 4th of July?
a puddle
This tall monument in Washington, D.C. honors the first president
The Washington Monument
The Declaration of Independence was signed in this city
Philadelphia
She is known for sewing one of the first American flags
Betsy Ross
How much do Americans spend on fireworks every year?
1 billion dollars
I rang for change, though cracked I seem,
A symbol now, of freedom’s dream.
You won’t hear me, though crowds may cheer—
What icon stands for what we revere?
The Liberty Bell