US Independence Day Trivia

When did the Continental Congress officially approve the resolution for independence from Great Britain?

• July 4, 1776

• June 1776

• July 2, 1776

• August 2, 1776

What significant event related to the Declaration of Independence occurred on July 4, 1776?

• All members of Congress signed the Declaration.

• The text of the Declaration was approved.

• Richard Henry Lee proposed the resolution for independence.

• The fancy parchment version of the Declaration was drawn up.

When did Independence Day become a paid holiday for federal employees in the United States?

• 1777

• 1870

• 1938

• 1776

Which of the following US Presidents was NOT mentioned as having died on July 4th?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

• George Washington