REVIEW QUIZ: DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

In what year did the Continental Congress formally declare the independence of the United States from Great Britain?

• 1776

• 1783

• 1492

• 1865

Which country did the United States declare independence from in 1776?

• Great Britain

• France

• Spain

• Germany

What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence?

• It gave a name and identity to the new country

• It established a new religion

• It created a new language

• It formed a new government

What is the date mentioned in the document shown in the image?

• July 4, 1776

• December 25, 1776

• January 1, 1776

• November 11, 1776

Who suggested that the colonies should be free and independent states on June 7, 1776?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Richard Henry Lee

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

What role did Benjamin Franklin play in drafting the Declaration?

• Main author

• Provided advice and improvements

• Helped with the drafting process

• Signed the document

What significant event happened on July 2, 1776?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Continental Congress voted for independence from Britain

• The Boston Tea Party

• The start of the American Revolution

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

What was the purpose of the Continental Congress voting on July 2, 1776?

• To declare war on Britain

• To agree on independence from Britain

• To elect a new president

• To sign a peace treaty

What was the main outcome of the Continental Congress meeting on July 2, 1776?

• A new trade agreement with Britain

• A decision to remain loyal to Britain

• A vote for independence from Britain

• A declaration of war on France