| Name: ______________________________ | Date: ______________ |
Instructions
- Learn about Independence Day and why it is celebrated.
- Read each question carefully and write or choose the best answer.
- Use the example to help you.
Example: The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. What date do Americans celebrate as Independence Day?
Answer: July 4
Part 1: Firework Facts
Complete each sentence with the correct word.
1. Independence Day is celebrated in the month of __________.
2. The United States celebrates its independence on July __________.
3. The Declaration of Independence announced that the colonies were free from __________.
4. The colors often used on Independence Day are red, white, and __________.
Part 2: Patriotic Choices
Circle or choose the best answer.
5. What does independence mean?
| ○ A. Being free to govern yourself | ○ B. Going to bed early |
| ○ C. Learning to swim | ○ D. Building a treehouse |
6. Which document declared the colonies independent?
| ○ A. The Declaration of Independence | ○ B. The School Journal |
| ○ C. The Weather Report | ○ D. The Map of Europe |
7. Which symbol is often shown at Independence Day celebrations?
| ○ A. The American flag | ○ B. A snow shovel |
| ○ C. A pumpkin | ○ D. A winter coat |
8. What might people watch light up the night sky?
| ○ A. Fireworks | ○ B. Raindrops |
| ○ C. Snowflakes | ○ D. Leaves |
Part 3: True or False Parade
Write True if the statement is correct or False if it is not.
9. Independence Day is celebrated on July 4. True / False
10. The Declaration of Independence was adopted in 1776. True / False
11. Independence Day is celebrated in December. True / False
12. A parade can be one way people celebrate a holiday. True / False
Part 4: Match the Celebration
Match each word on the left with its meaning on the right.
| 13. | Independence | __________ | A. A formal announcement |
| 14. | Declaration | __________ | B. A symbol of a country |
| 15. | Flag | __________ | C. Freedom to govern yourself |
| 16. | Fireworks | __________ | D. Bright lights that burst in the sky |
Part 5: Think Like a Patriot (optional challenge)
Answer each question in a complete sentence.
17. Why do people celebrate Independence Day? |
18. Name one safe activity families might enjoy on Independence Day. |
19. What is one way you can show respect for the American flag? |
Answer Key
| 1. | July |
| 2. | 4 |
| 3. | Great Britain |
| 4. | blue |
| 5. | A (Being free to govern yourself) |
| 6. | A (The Declaration of Independence) |
| 7. | A (The American flag) |
| 8. | A (Fireworks) |
| 9. | True |
| 10. | True |
| 11. | False |
| 12. | True |
| 13. | C (Freedom to govern yourself) |
| 14. | A (A formal announcement) |
| 15. | B (A symbol of a country) |
| 16. | D (Bright lights that burst in the sky) |
| 17. | People celebrate because the United States became independent and free from Great Britain. |
| 18. | Families might watch a parade, have a picnic, or watch a fireworks show with adults. |
| 19. | I can treat the flag respectfully and follow the rules for displaying it. |