9179 America's 250th Anniversary (America250) Trivia Questions with Answers
9179 public questions with answers, drawn from the well. How many can you answer?
When was George Washington’s first inauguration as president of the United States held?
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April 30, 1789
Which document’s adoption on July 4, 1776, is commemorated by the United States’ 250th anniversary?
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Declaration of Independence
Which five-member group drafted the Declaration of Independence, central to America250?
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Committee of Five
What goal does America250’s “350 for 250” initiative set for public engagement?
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350 million Americans
On what date did America250’s official celebration activities begin in 2025?
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July 3, 2025
Which law authorized the United States Semiquincentennial coin redesign program?
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Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020
Which Italian tall ship is listed among vessels invited to Operation Sail 2026 for America250?
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Amerigo Vespucci
What term does America250 use for the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026?
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Semiquincentennial
What theme was announced for the 2026 semiquincentennial half dollar?
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Enduring Liberty
What was the first Washington, D.C., military parade since 1991, held as part of America250 celebrations?
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United States Army 250th Anniversary Parade
Which Philadelphia stadium is scheduled to host a 2026 FIFA World Cup match on July 4, during America250?
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Lincoln Financial Field
Which monument is shown on the obverse of the 2026 semiquincentennial half dollar?
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Statue of Liberty
What phrase appears on the 2026 semiquincentennial dime alongside its eagle design?
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Liberty Over Tyranny
Where were 76 semiquincentennial trees planned for planting in Philadelphia?
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Independence National Historical Park
Which law authorized special U.S. coinage for the 250th anniversary?
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Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020
What 1776 event does the United States Semiquincentennial commemorate?
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Adoption of the Declaration of Independence
What earlier United States anniversary did the 2026 semiquincentennial follow?
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United States Bicentennial
Which federal commission was created in 2016 to plan America’s 250th anniversary?
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United States Semiquincentennial Commission
What is the elevation of Denali, the highest mountain in the United States?
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20,310 feet
On what date did Hawaii become the 50th state of the United States?
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August 21, 1959
On what date was the United States Bill of Rights ratified?
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December 15, 1791
On what date did the Northwest Ordinance create the Northwest Territory?
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July 13, 1787
Who received the first United States patent, issued in 1790?
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Samuel Hopkins
Approximately how much territory did the United States acquire through the Louisiana Purchase?
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828,000 square miles