BrainPoP Veterans Day

How does Veterans Day differ from Memorial Day?

• It honors all former members of the military

• It is celebrated around the world

• It falls earlier in the year

• It is not a national holiday

Which of these is NOT a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces?

• Air Force

• Marine

• Calvary

• Navy

Who of the following is considered a veteran?

• West Point cadet

• VA doctor

• Marine officer's husband

• Retired Air Force pilot

What World War I event did Armistice Day mark?

• Germany's declaration of war

• America's entry into the war

• The Paris Peace Conference

• The formal end of fighting

What do all veterans who were deployed have in common?

• They were stationed overseas

• They encountered violence in the line of duty

• They had to spend time away from their friends and family

• They had trouble adjusting after their military service

Military casualties are unavoidable because:

• Some soldiers receive inadequate training

• Some soldiers work in dangerous conditions

• Foreign soldiers have better equipment than American soldiers

• The military doesn't do enough to keep soldiers safe

Which task is the responsibility of the Department of Veteran Affairs?

• Prepare recruits for life in the military

• Call up reserves for domestic emergencies

• Organize rallies to support active-duty troops

• Provide health care for returning soldiers

The mental stresses of active deployment are most similar to those of a:

• Lawyer

• Teacher

• Police officer

• Professional athlete

What is the main purpose of a Veterans Day parade?

• Commemorate fallen soldiers

• Welcome home returning soldiers

• Lobby for veterans' rights

• Show appreciation for veterans

What can you infer from the percentage of Presidents who served in the military?

• All Presidents are required to have served in the military

• Military service develops leadership skills

• Most American adults have served in the Armed Forces

• America has been at war for most of its history