U.S. National Holidays and Observances

The video explains what a national holiday is and lists the national holidays observed in the United States. It covers New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, providing the dates and significance of each holiday.

What is a national holiday?

• A legal holiday observed by the government of a nation

• A holiday celebrated by businesses

• A holiday celebrated by schools

• A holiday celebrated by a specific community

When is New Year's Day celebrated in the United States?

• November 11th

• December 25th

• January 1st

• July 4th

On which day is Martin Luther King Day observed?

• First Monday in January

• Third Monday in January

• Last Monday in May

• Third Monday in February

What is celebrated on July 4th in the United States?

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Independence Day

• Memorial Day

Which holiday is observed to honor fallen soldiers?

• Labor Day

• Memorial Day

• Veterans Day

• Columbus Day

When is Christmas celebrated?

• First Monday in September

• November 11th

• December 25th

• Third Thursday in November