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Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson


100

What is the most common color of fireworks used on the 4th of July?
 

Red

100

What is the most commonly consumed food on the 4th of July?

Hot dogs

100

What classic American song starts with “Oh, say can you see”?

“The Star-Spangled Banner”

100

How many stars are on the U.S. flag?

50

200

How many original colonies declared independence from Britain?

13

200

What popular song is often heard during fireworks shows on July 4th?

“The Star-Spangled Banner” (or “God Bless America”)

200

What year did the 4th of July become a federal holiday?

1870

200

Which animated show has an episode titled “4th of July BBQ”?

Bob’s Burgers

200

What bird is the national symbol of the United States?

Bald eagle


300

What war was being fought when the U.S. declared independence?

The American Revolutionary War

300

Which city is famous for its large fireworks display over the East River?

New York City

300

What insect-inspired firework shares a name with a bug?

Firecracker

300

Who sings the hit patriotic song "God Bless the USA"?

Lee Greenwood

300

What does the Statue of Liberty hold in her right hand?

A torch

400

What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?

1776

400

What do Americans typically grill on the 4th of July?

Hot dogs and hamburgers

400

Approximately how many hot dogs do Americans eat on July 4th each year?

About 150 million

400

What iconic U.S. monument is often lit up with fireworks in media?

The Statue of Liberty

400

What color is the bottom stripe of the American flag?

Red

500

Which U.S. President died on July 4th, 1826?

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams

500

Which country invented fireworks?

China

500

What state was the first to make the 4th of July a state holiday?

Massachusetts

500

What Will Smith movie, released in 1996, is named after the holiday?

Independence Day

500

What document begins with “We the People”?

The U.S. Constitution