July 4th
Where was the first celebration of Independence day?
Philadelphia in 1777
When was Dr. Pepper invented?
1885
What was the first found state?
Delaware
How many versions of the US flag exist?
27
How many times is the liberty day bell rung on Independence day? (bonus 50 if you can tell me why)
13, in honor of the original 13 states.
Bugs Bunny's catchphrase “What's Up, Doc?” originated in what city?
Dallas
What is the least populated state?
Wyoming
Why do some argue that Independence Day should be July 2nd?
Because the Continental Congress voted on independence on July 2, 1776, but it didn't approve the Declaration of Independence document until July 4, 1776.
How many people signed the declaration of independence?
56
The Six Flags Over Texas theme park is named for the six countries that have ruled over Texas. Can you name them?
Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the United States, and the Confederate States of America.
What state has 100 lakes?
Missouri
Who was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
What was the estimated population of the united states July 4 1776?
2.5 million people
What was deadliest natural disaster in the US?
The Great Galveston Hurricane
True or false, The US is the third largest country size.
True
Who is credited with being the first person to sew the American flag?
Betsy Ross
What year were fireworks first used to celebrate the Fourth of July?
1777
True or False, Texas is larger than any country in Europe.
True, if Texas were its own country, it would be the 40th largest in land area.
What is the longest river in the US?
Missouri River
Which president had the most children?
President John Tyler with 15 children