True or false. Gettysburg was the scene of the Civil War's most famous battle.
false
true
What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day honors all those who died while serving.
Veterans day gives us a day off.
When is Memorial Day celebrated every year since 1971?
the last Monday in May
the third Monday in May
May 31st
True or false. Veterans Day honors everyone who has served in the military- both living and dead.
true
false
True or false. Many people feel that Memorial Day is the unofficial beginning of summer.
false
true
What happens at Arlington Cemetary after the wreath-laying cemetary?
a motorcycle rally
a parade
What memorial has a granite wall inscribed with "FREEDOM IS NOT FREE" ?
The Korean War Veterans Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial
World War I Memorial
True or false. Family members who visit war memorials often leave medals, flowers or photos near the names of their loved ones.
true
false
Which memorial has three walls of green glass stating stories of disabled soldiers with their images and their words?
The World War II Memorial
The American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
The American Civil War was fought from________to_________.
1942 to 1945
1910 to 1912
1861 to 1865
True or false. Veterans Day honors all those who died while serving in the military.
true
false
What memorial pays tribute to the 400,000 Americans who died during wartime?
the Korean War Veteran Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The World War II Memorial
On Memorial Day, what are the three positions that the American Flag holds on the flagpole throughout the day?
half staff, full staff, half staff
full staff, half staff, full staff
What is one motto of Memorial Day?
Speak softly and carry a big stick.
Freedom is not free.
Onward and upward!
What time does the Memorial Day Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begin?
11:00 AM
3:00 PM
10:00 AM
What time is the "National Moment of Remembrance" observed every Memorial Day?
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
3:00 PM
What are poppies the symbol of on both Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
a symbol that honors those that died and those still living
the money raised to help veterans
True or false. Some people celebrate Memorial Day with a parade.
true
false
True or false. There are more than 1 million service members buried at Arlington Cemetary.
true
false
In what year did "Decoration Day" officially become known as "Memorial Day"?
1967
1948
1882