ANZAC Day

What was the main objective of the expedition involving Australian and New Zealand soldiers in 1915?

• To defeat Germany

• To capture Constantinople

• To liberate France

• To defend Britain

On what date is Anzac Day commemorated?

• 25th April

• 1st January

• 11th November

• 4th July

How long did the Battle of Gallipoli last?

• Two weeks

• One month

• One year

• Eight months

What is a common tradition during Anzac Day celebrations?

• A dawn service

• Fireworks display

• Exchange of gifts

• Lighting of candles

How many Australian soldiers lost their lives by the end of World War I?

• Over 60,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

• 100,000

What typically happens during a dawn service?

• Only flag raising

• Only reading of passages

• Only playing the last post

• All of these activities plus a minute of silence

When analyzing the battle's outcome, why is Gallipoli considered significant despite being a military failure?

• It led to immediate peace negotiations

• It secured important military alliances

• It demonstrated ANZAC bravery and determination

• It resulted in territorial gains

What is the historical connection between the timing of dawn services and the ANZAC landing?

• The original landing occurred at dawn

• Most casualties occurred at dawn

• The evacuation took place at dawn

• The war was declared at dawn

How has the tradition of ANZAC Day parades evolved over time?

• They've become less formal and more celebratory

• They've shifted from veteran participation to descendant participation

• They've been replaced with private ceremonies

• They've expanded to include international military units

How do modern ANZAC commemorations reflect changes in Australian society?

• They focus only on recent conflicts

• They combine historical respect with generational involvement

• They exclude military ceremonies

• They emphasize military victories