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Top 20 most intriguing fourth of july trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

The Fourth of July is a national holiday celebrated in the United States to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence proclaimed that the 13 American colonies regarded themselves as 13 new sovereign states and no longer part of the British Empire. Celebrations, parades, and fireworks are a common sight throughout the United States every year on this day as Americans come together to remember their nation's proud history and celebrate their freedom. Get ready to test your knowledge of the American Revolution and celebration of the Fourth of July with this fun and interesting trivia template!


1) In what year did the Declaration of Independence get signed?

  • 1776
  • 1772
  • 1788
  • 1804

2) Who wrote the words to the Star-Spangled Banner?

  • Francis Scott Key
  • John Adams
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • James Madison

3) What is the name of the first rocket to be launched in the U.S. on July 4, 1776?

  • The Liberty Bell
  • The Constitution
  • The Declaration
  • The Freedom Flyer

4) Who declared the first Fourth of July holiday?

  • Thomas Jefferson
  • John Adams
  • George Washington
  • James Madison

5) What city is referred to as the "birthplace of the Fourth of July"?

  • Boston, MA
  • New York, NY
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Washington, D.C.

6) What type of fireworks were first used to celebrate the Fourth of July?

  • Roman Candles
  • Firecrackers
  • Bottle Rockets
  • Sparklers

7) In which of the following states is the Fourth of July not an official state holiday?

  • Massachusetts
  • New York
  • Hawaii
  • Texas

8) Who was the first president to make a speech on the Fourth of July?

  • George Washington
  • John Adams
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • James Madison

9) What is the title of the traditional song associated with the celebration of Independence Day?

  • Yankee Doodle
  • Oh! Susanna
  • God Bless America
  • The Star-Spangled Banner

10) The Fourth of July is popularly known as what?

  • Freedom Day
  • The Great American Holiday
  • Independence Day
  • Fireworks Day

11) Who did the United States gain their independence from?

  • England
  • France
  • Germany
  • Spain

12) What was the original name of the Fourth of July?

  • Liberty Day
  • Yankee Doodle Day
  • Constitution Day
  • Independence Day

13) The traditional fireworks display held at the National Mall in Washington D.C. is referred to as what?

  • The National Fireworks Display
  • The National Salute to Freedom
  • The National Rocket Display
  • The National Pyrotechnic Display

14) Many towns and cities in the United States have what type of celebration on the Fourth of July?

  • Parades
  • Barbecues
  • Picnics
  • All of the Above

15) What is the name of the formal event held at the White House every Independence Day?

  • The East Room Reception
  • The Fourth of July Ball
  • The White House Salute to Freedom
  • The Annual Address to America

16) What is another name for the Fourth of July?

  • America Day
  • Liberty Day
  • Constitution Day
  • Flag Day

17) What are the three colors of the American flag?

  • Red, Blue, Grey
  • Red, White, Grey
  • Red, White, Blue
  • Red, White, Black

18) Who wrote the lyrics to the song "America the Beautiful"?

  • Francis Scott Key
  • Katharine Lee Bates
  • Samuel F. Smith
  • Irving Berlin

19) The Fourth of July is popularly celebrated with what color of decorations?

  • Green
  • Purple
  • Yellow
  • Red, White, and Blue

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