memorial day

When is Memorial Day celebrated in the United States?

• the last Monday in June

• the first Monday in May

• the last Monday in May

• the first Monday in June

Who is remembered on Memorial Day?

• all living and dead who served in the military

• men and women who died serving in the United States military

What change happened to Memorial Day after World War I?

• Nothing changed from previous years.

• The day honored all living and dead soldiers.

• It honored all deceased servicemen and women, not just from the Civil War.

• None of these are correct.

When did Memorial day become an official federal holiday?

• 1920

• 1957

• 1963

• 1971

True or False: Memorial Day is considered to be the unofficial start of summer.

• True

• False

On Memorial Day, the flag of the United States of America should be flown...

• half-staff all day

• full staff all day

• half-staff until noon, then raised to full staff

Memorial Day used to be called what?

• Decoration Day

• Memory Day

• Honor Day

Why did it used to be called Decoration Day?

• People used to decorate graves of soldiers who had passed away.

• People decorated their houses

• People got all dressed up.

Why should we honor military members?

• They work hard 
• So we can have pool parties and barbeques
• They keep our country safe and free
• They are mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters

After what war was memorial day started?

• World War I
• World War II
• Civil War
• The Korean War