United StatesQuestion 79 (2025 list) · Colonial period and independence
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
- aJuly 4, 1776Correct answer
- bJuly 4, 1787
- cSeptember 17, 1787
- dDecember 15, 1791
Why?
The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. Americans celebrate this day as Independence Day.
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