Happy 4th of July
Happy
Birthday, United States of America!
On July 4, 1776, the
American colonies claimed independence from Britain. This declaration
eventually led to the formation of the United States. As we celebrate the birth
of our great nation, test your knowledge with this brief quiz.1
- Which
of these is one of the longest rivers in the United States?
- Red River
- Colorado River
- Missouri River
- Roe River
- What
is the supreme law of the land?
- The Constitution
- The Declaration of
Independence
- The Bill of Rights
- The Supreme Court
- What
territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
- The Alaska Territory
- The Louisiana Territory
- The Northwest Territory
- American Samoa
- Why
does the flag have 13 stripes?
- There are 13 signatures on the Declaration of
Independence.
- There is one stripe for each of the first 13
presidents.
- There were originally 13 colonies.
- Thirteen is a lucky number.
A defining characteristic
of the United States is its citizens’ passion for independence. In 2016, a majority
of young Americans agreed financial independence is a defining characteristic
of adulthood, according to a Bank of America poll.2 If you would
like to help your young adult children and/or grandchildren better understand
how to achieve financial independence, please give us a call.
Have a fun and safe 4th
of July!
Quiz Answers:
1.
C –
Missouri River
2.
A –
The Constitution
3.
B –
The Louisiana Territory
4.
C –
There were originally 13 colonies.
Sources:
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material was prepared by Carson Group Coaching.
