The Fourth of July

History

100

What does the fourth of July celebrate? 

American independence 

200

The United States was originally a part of which country?  

England

300

Who was the first American President? 

George Washington 

400

The Declaration of independence was signed in which US city? 

Philadelphia 

500

What year was American independence declared 

1776

Food

100

To celebrate the Fourth July, many Americans have backyard _________ where people gather outside and eat hamburgers and hot dogs. 

Barbecues 

200

What is the most popular food to eat on the 4th of July 

Hot Dogs

300

Every Fourth of July, the company Nathan's holds a __ __ _______ contest 

Hot dog eating 

400

Who has the world record for most hot dogs ever eaten? 

Joey Chestnut 

500

What is the world record for the most hot dogs ever eaten in 10 minutes?  

76

Festivities

100

What colors do many Americans wear on the Fourth of July? 

Red, White, and Blue. 

200

In cities across the United States, people light _________ to celebrate the fourth of July. 

Fireworks 

300

In many cities and towns in the US, streets are closed, and people gather along the street to watch _________. 

Parades

400

What US city has the largest fireworks display? 

New York City 

500

What do we call the end of a fireworks show when all of the fireworks are lit at the same time? 

The grand finale. 

Flag

100

How many stripes are on the American flag 

13

200

How many stars are on the American flag?

50

300

What do the stars on the flag represent? 

The states 

400

What do the stripes on the American flag represent? 

The original colonies 

500

Who created the first American flag? 

Betsy Ross