2025 civics test · Question 79 of 128 · Colonial Period and Independence

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

Q: When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

July 4, 1776. The Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This is why Americans celebrate Independence Day, the Fourth of July, every year as the nation's birthday.

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July 4, 17761776 年 7 月 4 日

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The Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This is why Americans celebrate Independence Day, the Fourth of July, every year as the nation's birthday.

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Also on the 2008 test as question 63

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When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

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