Progress Monitoring Due 5.16

What is the primary purpose of Memorial Day in the United States?

• To honor those who died in military service

• To celebrate the end of the Civil War

• To mark the beginning of summer

• To honor all veterans

When is Memorial Day observed in the United States?

• Last Monday of May

• First Monday of May

• May 5th

• July 4th

What was Memorial Day originally called?

• Decoration Day

• Remembrance Day

• Veterans Day

• Armed Forces Day

Which act established Memorial Day as the last Monday of May?

• Uniform Monday Holiday Act

• Memorial Day Act

• Civil War Commemoration Act

• Veterans Recognition Act

Where is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier located?

• Arlington National Cemetery

• Gettysburg National Cemetery

• Washington National Cathedral

• Lincoln Memorial