Memorial Day Quiz

When was Memorial Day first officially recognized as a national holiday in the United States?

• 1865

• 1873

• 1971

• 1945

Which war's fallen soldiers were originally honored by Memorial Day?

• World War I

• World War II

• Civil War

• Vietnam War

What is a common tradition on Memorial Day to honor fallen soldiers?

• Lighting fireworks

• Wearing costumes

• Visiting cemeteries and placing flags on graves

• Giving gifts

What flower is commonly associated with Memorial Day as a symbol of remembrance?

• Rose

• Lily

• Poppy

• Daisy

Who wrote the famous poem "In Flanders Fields" that popularized the use of poppies as a symbol of remembrance?

• John McCrae

• Robert Frost

• Emily Dickinson

• Walt Whitman

Which of the following is a common feature of Memorial Day parades?

• Floats and balloons

• Military personnel and veterans marching

• Costume contests

• Fireworks displays

What time is the National Moment of Remembrance observed on Memorial Day?

• 11:00 AM

• 12:00 PM

• 3:00 PM

• 6:00 PM

Which organization is known for distributing poppies to raise funds for veterans on Memorial Day?

• The American Red Cross

• The American Legion

• The Salvation Army

• The Boy Scouts of America

What was Memorial Day originally called?

• Veterans Day

• Armistice Day

• Decoration Day

• Remembrance Day

Which U.S. city is known for having the oldest continuous Memorial Day parade?

• New York, NY

• Washington, D.C.

• Doylestown, PA

• Ironton, OH