American Independence Day

On which of these national holidays does America celebrate it's freedom from Imperial rule?

• Memorial Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Independence Day

From which Empire did America Declare its Independence?

• The Ottoman Empire

• The British Empire

• The Spanish Empire

• The First French Empire

• The Holy Roman Empire

In what year did the American colonies declare independence from Great Britain?

• 1776

• 1802

• 1684

• 1910

On what day of each year is the Declaration of Independence celebrated?

• July 3rd

• June 4

• June 3rd

• July 4th

What is purpose of the celebrating the 4th of July?

• To commemorate declaring independence from Great Britain.

• To celebrate the signing of the Constitution

• To mark the anniversary of the Boston Tea Party

• To honor the end of the American Civil War

• All of these!

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Bill Clinton

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

What are some traditional foods eaten on Independence Day?

• Fish and Chips

• Sushi, Nigiri and Sashimi

• Hot dogs, hamburgers, & apple pie

• Americano Pizza and Calzone

Which city hosts one of the largest fireworks displays in the US on the 4th of July?

• Ottawa

• Boston

• New Orleans

• New York City

What is the historical importance of the Liberty Bell on Independence Day?

• The Liberty Bell was originally located in New York City, and was a gift to the USA from our French allies.

• The Liberty Bell is a symbol of American freedom and democracy, closely associated with the Declaration of Independence.

• The Liberty Bell was made in the 19th century to commemorate Americas Independence

• The Liberty Bell was sent to Britain to announce the Declaration of Independence

What is the national anthem of the United States?

• God Bless America

• My Country, 'Tis of Thee

• God Save the Queen

• The Star-Spangled Banner