Veterans Day Quiz

What is the main focus of Veterans Day?

• Celebrating the harvest season

• Commemorating the end of school

• Honoring those who served in the military

• Celebrating the start of summer

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Who is considered a veteran?

• Only those who fought in World War II

• People who work in hospitals

• Teachers and educators

• Anyone who has served in the military

Which of the following is NOT a branch of the military?

• Police Force

• Navy

• Army

• Marine Corps

How many branches are there in the U.S. military?

• Three

• Four

• Five

• Six

What should you ask a veteran to learn more about their service?

• What is your favorite food?

• Which branch did you serve in?

• Where do you live?

• What is your favorite color?

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What does the military defend?

• Only the land

• Land, sea, air, and cyberspace

• Only the sea

• Only the air

When is Veterans Day celebrated?

• January 1st

• November 11th

• July 4th

• December 25th

What significant event happened on November 11, 1918?

• The signing of an armistice to end World War I

• The first moon landing

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The start of World War I

What does an armistice mean?

• A temporary truce

• A celebration

• A new beginning

• An agreement to end a war

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What was Veterans Day originally called?

• Labor Day

• Memorial Day

• Armistice Day

• Independence Day