US Daily Quiz — 4 July 2026

In the news recently...

Which classic John Denver song has become the unofficial anthem of the U.S. men's national soccer team at the World Cup?
💡 Take Me Home, Country Roads
Which comedian and actor officiated the wedding ceremony of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce?
💡 Adam Sandler
Australian officials asked fans to respect the privacy of Neil, a 2,200-pound animal that returned to his birthplace on the coast. What type of animal is Neil?
💡 Elephant seal

On this date (4 July)

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted a famous document declaring independence from Britain. What is the common name of this document?
💡 The Declaration of Independence
On July 4, 1826, two of the first five U.S. presidents died on the same day — the 50th anniversary of American independence. John Adams was one; who was the other?
💡 Thomas Jefferson
On July 4, 1862, Lewis Carroll first told the story that would become a beloved children's novel to young Alice Liddell during a boat trip in England. What was the title of the book eventually published in 1865?
💡 Alice's Adventures in Wonderland