Independence Day and the Declaration of Independence

What date do Americans celebrate as Independence Day?

• July 2nd

• July 4th

• August 2nd

• June 7th

What was the mood described by Benjamin Rush during the signing of the Declaration?

• Pensive and silent

• Joyful and celebratory

• Confused and uncertain

• Angry and rebellious

Who was the oldest signer of the Declaration of Independence?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

Which two signers were the youngest at the time of signing?

• George Washington and John Hancock

• Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin

• Edward Rutledge and Thomas Lynch Jr.

• John Adams and Samuel Adams

Which delegate from Virginia proposed the Virginia Resolution?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• Richard Henry Lee

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the purpose of the Virginia Resolution?

• To declare war on Britain

• To seek peace with Britain

• To propose a declaration of independence

• To form a new government

What was one of the main arguments John Adams made in favor of independence?

• The British government was corrupt

• Independence would lead to economic downfall

• The colonies were too weak to fight

• The colonies should remain loyal to the King

How many colonies initially voted for independence on July 2nd?

• 10

• 11

• 12

• 13

Which colony delayed its vote for independence until July 9th?

• Massachusetts

• Pennsylvania

• Virginia

• New York

What did John Adams predict about the cost of maintaining the declaration?

• It would be inexpensive

• It would require toil, blood, and treasure

• It would be easily achieved

• It would not require foreign support