Honoring Important Events and People

How are some important events and people honored, according to the article?

• History books are written about them.

• There are games about their lives.

• We tell myths and fables about them.

• We have celebrations and holidays about them.

Why are monuments and memorials built?

• to create jobs

• to increase tourism

• to support class field trips

• to honor people and events

What does knowing history do?

• unites citizens

• sells new books

• inspires memorials

• entertains students

How did King believe everyone should be treated?

• angrily

• equally

• plainly

• sadly

How did King solve problems?

• in court

• peacefully

• by passing laws

• through celebrations

In what month is King honored with a holiday?

• January

• February

• March

• April

Who does Veterans Day honor?

• prisoners of war

• government leaders

• people who served in the military

• those who died serving their country

Who does Memorial Day honor?

• prisoners of war

• government leaders

• people who served in the military

• those who died serving their country

What is the purpose of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial?

• to celebrate freedom

• to prevent future wars

• to honor military troops

• to remember the Founders

What is the official name for the Fourth of July?

• Fireworks Day

• Day of Fireworks

• Independence Day

• Day of Interdependence