What are 2 rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
How do we usually celebrate Independence Day?
We celebrate with parades, fireworks, music, and food.
Why did the colonists fight the British?
Because of high taxes, no self-government, and because the British were staying in their houses without paying them
Current Event: Why are some statues (like a statue of Christopher Columbus and even some statues of George Washington) being removed or vandalized?
Many people want the statues removed because they are reminders of the bad history of the United States towards Africans and Native Americans.
Who was the first President?
George Washington
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Announced our independence (from Great Britain)
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
Who did the 13 colonies fight in the War of Independence?
Great Britain
What is this an image of? Where is it located?
A statue of George Washington in Washington, DC.
Who didn't Thomas Jefferson include when writing "all people are created equal" in his Declaration of Independence?
The Slaves. Thomas Jefferson was a slave-owner.
Who is the "Father of Our Country"?
George Washington
What does the word "equal" mean?
To be the same
What does the word "adopt" mean?
To accept an idea, plan, or way of doing something
What monetary bill is George Washington's face on?
The One Dollar Bill
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
July 4th
What is this an image of? Where is it located?
A statue of George Washington in Washington, DC
What is a "parade"?
A parade is a public celebration with bands and cars moving down the streets.
What is this a picture of?
Fireworks
What does the word "colonist" mean?
A person who lived in one of the original 13 colonies before the United States because independent in 1776 (Europeans)
What coin is George Washington's face on?
The Quarter (25 cents)