Memorial day quiz

What holiday do some people celebrate as the beginning of summer?

• Memorial Day

• Labor Day

• Independence Day

• Thanksgiving

Which holiday marks the beginning of summer for some people?

• Halloween

• Memorial Day

• Easter

• New Year's Day

What is Memorial Day?

• A. A day to celebrate the end of summer

• B. A day to honor those who have died in the armed forces

• C. A day to celebrate the beginning of spring

• D. A day to honor teachers

What is the significance of the armed forces in relation to Memorial Day?

• A. They organize parades

• B. They protect the country and its freedoms

• C. They teach in schools

• D. They build houses

Which of the following best describes Memorial Day?

• A day to honor soldiers who died in the Civil War

• A day to celebrate the start of summer

• A day to remember all historical events

• A day to honor living veterans

What is the official flower of Memorial Day?

• Rose

• Red Poppy

• Daisy

• Sunflower

In which year did Memorial Day become an official federal holiday?

• 1865

• 1890

• 1971

• 1968

Some cities have _____ to celebrate Memorial Day.

• nothing

• people

• parades

• naps

When is Memorial Day observed in the United States?

• First Monday of May

• Last Monday of May

• Third Monday of July

• Second Monday of June

Memorial Day is in

• October

• May

• December