Memorial Day

When is Memorial Day celebrated in the United States?

• the last Monday in June

• the first Monday in May

• the last Monday in May

• the first Monday in June

Who is remembered on Memorial Day?

• all living and dead who served in the military

• men and women who died serving in the United States military

By what name was Memorial Day originally referred to as?

• Decoration Day

• Remembrance Day

• Day of Dedication

• Day of Memory

What change happened to Memorial Day after World War I?

• Nothing changed from previous years.

• The day honored all living and dead soldiers.

• It honored all deceased servicemen and women, not just from the Civil War.

• None of these are correct.

When did Memorial day become an official federal holiday?

• 1920

• 1957

• 1963

• 1971

True or False: Memorial Day is considered to be the unofficial start of summer.

• True

• False

Memorial Day is for honoring those who have died serving their country. True or False.

• True
• False

Who do we remember on Memorial Day?

• our family

• our friends

• soldiers who died while serving in the military

What do people put around their town and city during Memorial Day?

• Candy

• American Flags

• Flowers

In many places, cities and towns have these where sometimes soldiers march as special guests.

• Plays

• T.V. Shows

• Parades