Mother's Day History

The earliest known Mother's Day celebrations were in what country?

• America

• Italy

• Greece

• France

When was Mother's Day first suggested in the U.S.A?

• 1776

• 1802

• 1872

• 1914

Who was Anna Jarvis?

• Anna was the founder of Father's Day.

• Anna was the founder the Founder's Day.

• Anna made the first U.S. flag.

• Anna was the founder of Mother's Day.

In which year was Mother's Day an official holiday?

• 1910

• 1877

• 1914

• 1920

Which Sunday is Mother's Day held?

• It is held on the second Sunday in January.

• It is held on the third Sunday in May.

• It is held on the last Sunday in May

• It is held on the second Sunday in May.

What does "die mutter" mean?

• father

• mother

• mutton

• mud

From what did the concept for Mother's Day begin?

• Hope

• faith

• peace

• love

In what year were the first two memorials held?

• 1872

• 1910

• 1908

• 1914

Which color of carnations are given to living mother's?

• pink

• white

• yellow

• red

Which color of carnations are given to mothers who have passed away?

• pink

• white

• yellow

• red