WORLD HISTORY

EMERGENCE OF USA

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR AND ITS IMPACT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does Independence Day on the Fourth of July celebrate?
A
Freedom from France
B
Freedom from Great Britain
C
end of World War II in Europe
D
end of Slavery in the United States
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Fourth of July celebrates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The Declaration announced the political separation of the 13 North American colonies from Great Britain.

Detailed explanation-2: -On July 4th, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which had been written largely by Jefferson. Though the vote for actual independence took place on July 2nd, from then on the 4th became the day that was celebrated as the birth of American independence.

Detailed explanation-3: -On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence, announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain.

Detailed explanation-4: -In the UK we don’t formally celebrate July 4, since it’s obviously the day the US decided to leave the Empire. However, with plenty of Americans moving over here, and with many of us happy for a good reason for a party, events are becoming more prevalent.

Detailed explanation-5: -The 4th of July is a holiday many Americans hold near and dear to their hearts. On this day, we remember the country’s fight for freedom and celebrate the United States with friends, family, food, and fun.

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