Declaration of Indy
Fireworks
Hot dogs
America
100
What does the the 4th of July commentate?
The Declaration of Independence
100
Fireworks originated in ancient_____ .
CHIN Around 200 BC, initially as a way to ward off evil spirits. 99% of consumer fireworks are imported from China
100
What is the longest river in the United States?
Missouri 2,341
200
What year was the document signed?
1776
200
Which color generally considered the most challenging color to produce in pyrotechnics?
Blue fireworks are generally considered the most challenging color to produce in pyrotechnics. This is due to the specific chemical reactions and temperature requirements needed to create the vibrant blue hue, which are more difficult to control than those for other colors.
200
What is the smallest state by land area?
The smallest state in the USA is Rhode Island. It has a total area of 1,214 square miles.
300
The Declaration of Independence was signed in __( city)____.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
300
How much money do Americans spend on fireworks for the 4th of July (consumer and professional displays)
Per capita & combined
Americans are expected to spend approximately $2.2 billion on fireworks for the Fourth of July.
In 2023, the average person who bought fireworks spent an estimated $27.06
300
What is the name of the mountain range that runs along the eastern coast of the United States?
Appalachian Mountains
400
Biggest and most famous signature on the Declaration of Independence
John Hancock 
400
How many people will go to ER on 4th of July
5 digit number
On average, more than 45,000 people visit U.S. hospital emergency rooms for treatment of injuries on July 4 and 5 – nearly 91,000 in total, by far the highest daily numbers in the entire year.
400
Fourth of July Consumption On the Fourth of July, ___ million hot dogs are eaten.
Fourth of July Consumption: On the Fourth of July, 150 million hot dogs are eaten.
400
What is the name of the famous hot dog eating contest held on Independence Day?
Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest
500
Finish the sentence: We hold these truths to be self-evident,
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights.
500
Fireworks rely on rapid, exothermic chemical reactions, often involving oxidation, to produce light, sound, and dramatic displays. These reactions typically involve a fuel (like ____), an oxidizer (like _______), and a binder (like ____). When ignited, these components react quickly, generating heat and expanding gases that create explosions and propel stars or other pyrotechnic elements
These reactions typically involve a fuel (like charcoal), an oxidizer (like potassium nitrate), and a binder (like starch).
Basic Components of a Firework
Oxidizer (e.g., Potassium Nitrate)
- Provides oxygen to help the fuel burn.
- Essential for sustaining the explosion in the absence of atmospheric oxygen.
Fuel (e.g., Charcoal or Sulfur)
- Burns to produce heat and gas.
- Helps propel the firework into the air and ignite the effects.
Binder (e.g., Starch)
- Holds the mixture together in pellets or "stars."
- Ensures the firework burns in a controlled and timed manner.
Coloring Agents (e.g., Strontium for red, Copper for blue)
- Metal salts that emit specific colors when heated.
Bursting Charge
- A small explosive (often black powder) that ignites the stars and creates the explosion.
Shell Casing
- Holds everything together and determines the shape of the explosion.
500
What is the national mammal of the U.S.
American bison