Patriotic Crossword Puzzle

Advanced Fourth of July-themed Crossword Puzzle

1. A system of government in which citizens exercise power by voting
2. A type of firework that produces a shower of sparks when lit
3. Fair treatment or due reward in accordance with honor, standards, or law
4. A gathering of people to eat food in the outdoors
5. A solemn song, usually of praise or patriotism
6. The condition of being able to act, think or speak without hindrance
6. A symbol of a country or other entity, typically flown from a staff or mast
7. A person who is legally subject to the jurisdiction of a particular state or nation
8. Freedom from external control
9. A body of persons trained and organized for combat
10. A type of melon that has a hard, green rind and sweet, juicy, usually red flesh
11. 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
12. One who is strongly attached to their nation
13. A fundamental law that a country is governed by
14. A ceremonial march of a group of people, often with floats and music, for the purpose of celebration or commemoration
15. Requirement to perform a task
16. A person who has served in the military for a long time
17. A bird of prey with a hooked bill and long, broad wings
18. A political or social upheaval
19. The building in which a state's legislative body meets
20. The use of words to convey a message