Mother's Day Observed All Over America

What flower is mentioned in this article.

• roses

• lillies

• carnations

• daisies

What does phenomenally mean there "was reported as phenomenally successfully"?

• somewhat

• remarkably; exceptionally

• never

• sometimes

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: On the lapels of thousands of men and the breasts of thousands of women were carnations in her memory.

• hats

• collars

• pockets

• heads

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: "Men vied with each other to show their devotion to mothers".

• shared

• toasted

• talked

• competed

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: "The supply of carnations in florists shops gave out early and appeals had to be sent to neighboring cities for more flowers for the evening trade".

• letters

• promises

• requests

• taxis

How did Anna Jarvis encourage Mother's Day?

• Called her congressman

• Wrote an article in the newspaper

• Wrote letters to ask that one day be set aside for honoring mothers.

• None of the above

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: In the Back Bay district, flags were in evidence lending a distinctly Independence Day appearance to the streets, while many of the windows contained a myriad of white flowers.

• basketful

• small display

• fragrant bouquet

• great amount