July 4th Trivia and Facts Quiz

What was the main issue that led to the rebellion in America's 13 Colonies?

• Slavery
• Taxation without representation
• Lack of religious freedom
• Poor living conditions

When did the Continental Congress issue the Declaration of Independence?

• 1776
• 1775
• 1778
• 1779

Who was the primary author of the original draft of the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Paine
• Thomas Jefferson
• John Adams
• Benjamin Franklin

Where was the first celebration of Independence Day held?

• Boston
• New York
• Philadelphia
• Washington D.C.

What did Philadelphia do to celebrate Independence Day in 1777?

• Held public readings of the Declaration
• Organized military displays and contests
• Issued copies of the Declaration to the public
• Adjourned Congress and had bonfires, bells, and fireworks

Which state was the first to make the 4th of July an official state holiday?

• New York
• Virginia
• Massachusetts
• Pennsylvania

Which president of the United States was the first to host a Fourth of July celebration at the White House?

• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington
• John Adams
• James Madison

When did Independence Day become an official paid holiday for all Americans?

• 1776
• 1831
• 1870
• 1941

What food is most commonly consumed on Independence Day?

• Pizza
• Hamburgers
• Hot Dogs
• Tacos

How many times does the Liberty Bell ring on every Independence Day?

• 5 times
• 13 times
• 4 times
• Once

During World War II, where was the Declaration of Independence stored?

• Fort Knox
• The White House
• The Smithsonian
• The Library of Congress

The United States is not the only country to celebrate its independence on July 4th.

• True
• False

The national anthem of the United States, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was written on Independence Day.

• True
• False

The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to commemorate American independence.

• True
• False

President Zachary Taylor died in 1850 after eating spoiled fruit at the 4th of July celebration.

• True
• False