Flocabulary Memorial Day

Memorial Day is for honoring those who have died serving their country. True or False.

• True
• False

Who do we remember on Memorial Day?

• our family

• our friends

• soldiers who died while serving in the military

When do we celebrate Memorial Day?

• last Monday in May

• first Monday in May

• last day in May

Memorial Day used to be called what?

• Decoration Day

• Memory Day

• Honor Day

Why did it used to be called Decoration Day?

• People used to decorate graves of soldiers who had passed away.

• People decorated their houses

• People got all dressed up.

What do people put around their town and city during Memorial Day?

• Candy

• American Flags

• Flowers

What's one thing you can do to celebrate Memorial Day in your own way?

• go to school

• make cards for Veterans who are sick.

• do your homework

In many places, cities and towns have these where sometimes soldiers march as special guests.

• Plays

• T.V. Shows

• Parades

Why should we honor military members?

• They work hard 
• So we can have pool parties and barbeques
• They keep our country safe and free
• They are mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters

What is a way we celebrate and honor our military on Veterans Day and Memorial Day?

• go on vacation
• eat cake
• parades, speeches, and flags