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When did Congress vote to approve the wording of the Declaration of Independence?
When did Congress vote to approve the wording of the Declaration of Independence?
- August 2, 1776
- July 2, 1776
- July 4, 1776 (correct)
- July 3, 1776
When did the signing of the Declaration of Independence take place?
When did the signing of the Declaration of Independence take place?
- July 3, 1776
- July 4, 1776
- August 2, 1776 (correct)
- July 2, 1776
Who initially abstained from voting for independence?
Who initially abstained from voting for independence?
- New York's delegates (correct)
- John Adams
- Timothy Matlack
- Thomas Jefferson
What did John Adams suggest should be celebrated on this day?
What did John Adams suggest should be celebrated on this day?
Who was responsible for engrossing (handwriting) the Declaration of Independence?
Who was responsible for engrossing (handwriting) the Declaration of Independence?