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Question 63

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

  1. July 4, 1789
  2. September 17, 1787
  3. July 4, 1776Correct answer
  4. March 4, 1789

Official answer

July 4, 1776

Explanation

The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which is why that date is Independence Day. September 17, 1787 is the date the Constitution was signed.

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Question 63: When was the Declaration of Independence adopted? · U.S. Civics Test 2008 · Questena