(MONEY Magazine) – This month, patriotism, charcoal and bottle rockets combine to form that most American of holiday events--the Fourth of July picnic. More than 80% of the country plans a barbecue, and you can amaze your friends at this year's bash with what you've learned by taking the MONEY Quiz.

1. Americans spent nearly $3 billion last year on barbecue grills. In what year was the classic Weber kettle-style grill introduced?

a) 1911 b) 1945 c) 1951 d) 1958

2. How much do Americans spend each year on fireworks?

a) $55 million b) $550 million c) $5.5 billion d) $55 billion

3. Which of the following U.S. public companies was not in existence when the Declaration of Independence was signed?

a) Sotheby's Holdings b) Bowne & Co. (financial printer) c) Dexter Corp. (manufacturer) d) BankBoston

4. After the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the heading "United States" was printed on money. What heading predated July 4, 1776?

a) The 13 Colonies b) Continental Congress c) United Colonies d) Colonial States

5. Which of these denominations was not among the first bills issued after the colonies declared independence?

a) $1 b) $2 c) $8 d) $10

Answers: 1: c; 2: b; 3: d; 4: c; 5: d