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