Veterans Day Quiz

Veterans Day Quiz

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Social Studies

12th Grade

Hard

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Edward Beck

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

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  1. By what name was Veterans Day originally known?

VE-Day

Armistice Day

Army Day

Independence Day

Answer explanation

Veterans Day was originally known as Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. The name was changed to Veterans Day in 1954 to honor all U.S. military veterans.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

  1. On which date is Veterans Day observed each year in the United States?

July 4

November 11

May 30

September 2

Answer explanation

Veterans Day is observed on November 11 each year in the United States to honor military veterans. This date was chosen to commemorate the armistice that ended World War I.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

  1. Which war's end does Veterans Day originally commemorate?

Vietnam War

Korean War

World War II

World War I

Answer explanation

Veterans Day originally commemorates the end of World War I, specifically the armistice signed on November 11, 1918. It honors all military veterans, but its roots are tied to this significant conflict.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

  1. Which U.S. President signed the bill that changed Armistice Day to Veterans Day?

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Dwight D. Eisenhower

John F. Kennedy

Harry S. Truman

Answer explanation

Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the bill in 1954 that officially changed Armistice Day, originally commemorating the end of World War I, to Veterans Day, honoring all U.S. military veterans.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

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  1. Who is the current Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces?

General George Patton

President Donald Trump

Secretary of Defense Peter Hegseth

Former President Joe Biden

Answer explanation

The current Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces is the sitting President. As of the latest information, President Donald Trump held this position, making him the correct answer.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is newest branch of the US military?

Army

Airforce

Marines

Space Force

Answer explanation

The Space Force is the newest branch of the US military, established in December 2019, focusing on space operations. The Army, Air Force, and Marines were all established much earlier.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many U.S. veterans are there right now?

500,000

2.2 Million

3.3 Million

18 Million

Answer explanation

As of recent estimates, there are approximately 18 million U.S. veterans. This figure reflects the total number of individuals who have served in the military, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

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Where is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

Fort Knox, Kentucky

Normandy Beach, France

Arlington, VA

Washington DC

Answer explanation

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is located in Arlington, VA, specifically at Arlington National Cemetery. It honors unidentified soldiers who died in service, making it a significant memorial in the United States.