Name Reading about Social Studies
The Liberty Bell
A giant bell called the Liberty Bell stands for freedom in the United States. It
measures 30 feet (10 meters) high and 12 feet (3.7 meters) around. The bell was
rung in 1776 to call people to hear the Declaration of Independence. This speech
told them that the American colonies were breaking away from England to form
their own country. The bell has a large crack in it, so it cannot be used anymore.
The last time the Liberty Bell was rung was in 1846. Today, the bell stands in
Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Even though the bell cannot be
rung any longer, it still reminds Americans of the people who fought so their
country could be free.
- What is the main idea of this story?
a. The Liberty Bell stands for freedom.
b. People fought so they could be free.
c. The Americans broke away to form their own country. - What does the Liberty Bell look like?
- Why was the bell rung in 1776?
- Where is the Liberty Bell today?
- When was the Liberty Bell last rung?
- What does the Liberty Bell remind Americans of?
Read the story. Then, answer the questions.