Fun Facts About the 4th of July

What is the 4th of July celebrated as?

• The end of the Civil War

• The discovery of America

• The birthday of the United States of America

• The signing of the Constitution

What is another name for the 4th of July?

• Independence Day

• Veterans Day

• Labor Day

• Memorial Day

When did the American colonies declare independence from Great Britain?

• July 4th, 1776

• July 4th, 1876

• July 4th, 1676

• July 4th, 1976

What was used to celebrate the first anniversary of Independence Day in 1777?

• All of the above

• Fireworks

• Special dinners

• Parades and speeches

In what year did the 4th of July become a federal holiday?

• 1876

• 1970

• 1870

• 1776

Approximately how many hot dogs are consumed in America on the 4th of July?

• 200 million

• 100 million

• 155 million

• 250 million

How many Americans travel by car for the 4th of July?

• 10 million

• 20 million

• 38 million

• 50 million

How many Americans travel by plane for the 4th of July?

• 5 million

• 1 million

• 3 million

• 7 million

What is the main reason people travel for the 4th of July?

• To be with family and friends

• To attend parades

• To eat hot dogs

• To watch fireworks

What does the 4th of July celebration remind Americans of?

• The discovery of America

• The rights and freedoms they enjoy

• The signing of the Constitution

• The end of World War II