Understanding the Declaration of Independence

Why did John Adams believe July 2nd would be celebrated as Independence Day?

• Because it was the day the war ended

• Because it was the day the Declaration was signed

• Because it was the day the Continental Congress decided on independence

• Because it was the day the British surrendered

Who was part of the Committee of Five tasked with drafting the Declaration of Independence?

• Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

What was Richard Henry Lee's contribution to the Declaration of Independence?

• He wrote the first draft

• He was the president of the Continental Congress

• He proposed the resolution for independence

• He signed the Declaration first

On what date was the Declaration of Independence officially adopted?

• August 2nd, 1776

• July 4th, 1776

• July 2nd, 1776

• July 3rd, 1776

Why is July 4th recognized as Independence Day instead of July 2nd?

• It was the day the British surrendered

• It was the day the Declaration was officially adopted

• It was the day the first battle was won

• It was the day the war ended