Independence Hall and Its Historical Significance

Who was responsible for designing the building originally known as the Pennsylvania State House?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Hamilton

What significant event took place at the Pennsylvania State House during the Revolutionary War?

• The inauguration of the first President

• The declaration of independence from Great Britain

• The drafting of the Bill of Rights

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

What prompted the refurbishment of the State House in 1824?

• The signing of the US Constitution

• The end of the Civil War

• The election of Abraham Lincoln

• A visit from Marquis de Lafayette

What new name was given to the Pennsylvania State House after its refurbishment?

• Liberty Hall

• Freedom Hall

• Independence Hall

• Constitution Hall

What did Abraham Lincoln pledge during his speech at Independence Hall?

• To establish a new constitution

• To abolish slavery

• To expand the United States

• To defend the principles of the Declaration of Independence