Veterans Day

Why is Veterans Day celebrated on November 11?

• It marks the beginning of WWI

• celebrates the end of WWI (1)

• it is close to Thanksgiving

• celebrate the end of WWII (2)

What was the previous name of Veterans Day?

• Armistice Day
• Day of Armistice
• Armys Day
• Day of Armys

What is a veteran?

• people who served and currently serving in the military

• people who want to be in the military

• only brave men

• only brave women

Both men and women can join the military when they are 18 years old.

• True
• False

What can you do to celebrate Veterans Day?

• Write a report
• Make a presentation
• Take a quiz
• Thank a Veteran!

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What month was the armistice signed to end WW1?

• September

• October

• November

• December

The armistice to end WWI was signed at what time?

• 9:00 AM
• 11:00 AM
• 11:00 PM
• Who knows?

What is the main difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

• Memorial Day is more fun

• Memorial Day honors the dead soldiers.

• Memorial Day is not a federal holiday

• Memorial Day is like a big party

How many branches does the military have?

• 1

• 4

• 5

• 8

What does Armistice mean for the war?

• Both sides agreed to keep fighting

• Both sides agreed to take a lunch break

• Both sides agreed to ended the war

• Both sides agreed to take a water break