2008 civics test · Question 63 of 100 · Colonial Period and Independence

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

Q: When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. It announced that the 13 colonies were free from Britain. That is why Americans celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year.

In Chinese 《独立宣言》是何时通过的？

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July 4, 17761776 年 7 月 4 日

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The Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. It announced that the 13 colonies were free from Britain. That is why Americans celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July every year.

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When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

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