What day is Remembrance Day?
November 11th
When do we hold the 2 minutes of silence?
At 11am
Why do we celebrate Remembrance Day?
To remember the millions of people who died at war.
What flower represents Remembrance Day?
A poppy
Why do people wear poppies?
Because they are the flower that grew on the battlefields after World War I
Why is Remembrance Day on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month
Because WWI ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918
What is another name for Remembrance Day?
Poppy Day or Armistice Day
What is the 'Last Post'
It signals the end of a day's activities or when a soldier died it symbolises that their duty is over and they can rest in peace
Why do people lay wreaths?
To show respect for the people who lost their lives
How many Australians died in WWI
Over 60,000 people
What does the word commemorate mean?
To honour a memory
When was World War I
It began in August 1914 and ended in November 1918
Why do the flags fly at half-mast?
As a sign of mourning and respect
