Forks and Fireworks
Fourth of July Customs
History
Classic Songs
Pop Culture
100

This creamy side dish, made with potatoes and mayo, is a staple at barbecues.

What is potato salad?

100

These colorful displays light up the night sky on the Fourth of July.

What are fireworks?

100

This document, adopted on July 4, 1776, declared the American colonies independent from British rule.

What is the Declaration of Independence?

100

This patriotic song begins with the lyrics, “Oh, say can you see, by the dawn’s early light.”

The Star-Spangled Banner

100

This animated mouse, created by Walt Disney, made his debut in the 1928 cartoon “Steamboat Willie.”

What is Mickey Mouse?

200

This frozen treat, often eaten on a stick, comes in bomb pop red-white-blue colors.

What is a popsicle?

200

This type of outdoor meal, often featuring grilled foods, is a popular way to celebrate Independence Day.

What is a barbecue/cookout?

200

This famous bell, located in Philadelphia, is often associated with the Declaration of Independence.

What is the Liberty Bell?

200

This Woody Guthrie folk song famously declares, “This land is your land, this land is my land.”

What is “This Land Is Your Land”? 

200

This superhero, also known as the “Caped Crusader,” fights crime in Gotham City.  

Who is Batman?

300

This juicy fruit, often sliced into wedges, is a refreshing treat on a hot summer day

What is watermelon?

300

Many towns and cities hold these festive events, featuring floats, marching bands, and patriotic themes.

What are parades?

300

This U.S. President signed the act making Independence Day a federal holiday in 1870.

Ulysses S. Grant?


300

This Irving Berlin song, often associated with patriotism, includes the lyrics, “God bless America, land that I love.”

What is “God Bless America”?

300

This popular toy, introduced in 1959, is known for her dream house and convertible car.

What is Barbie?


400

This dessert, made with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows, is a campfire classic.

What are s'mores?

400

This patriotic song, often sung on the Fourth of July, begins with the words “Oh, say can you see.”

What is the Star-Spangled Banner?

400

Who gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States?

France

400

This song, written by Katharine Lee Bates, begins with the lyrics, “O beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain.”

What is “America the Beautiful”?


400

This sci-fi franchise features characters like Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Darth Vader.

What is Star Wars?

500

This grilled favorite is often served with ketchup, mustard, and relish on a bun.

What is a hot dog?

500

This tradition involves raising and displaying this symbol of the United States on homes and public buildings.

What is the American flag?  

500

What year did the United States purchase the Louisiana Territory from France?

What is 1803?

500

This Civil War-era song, written by Julia Ward Howe, includes the famous line, “Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.”

What is “The Battle Hymn of the Republic”?



500

This social media platform, launched in 2010, is known for its photo-sharing and Stories feature.

What is Instagram?