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

Commemorating Memorial Day: Traditions and Significance

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To celebrate the end of summer
To honor America's fallen heroes
To mark the beginning of spring
To celebrate American independence
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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On which day is Memorial Day celebrated each year?
First Monday of June
Last Monday of May
First Monday of May
Last Monday of June
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following activities is commonly done by Americans on Memorial Day?
Attending school
Going to work
Planting trees
Having picnics and barbecues
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do Americans do with the United States flag on the first half of Memorial Day?
Replace it with a different flag
Fly it at full mast
Fly it at half-mast
Take it down
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why do families visit graves on Memorial Day?
To celebrate birthdays
To have a picnic
To honor their loved ones who passed away
To plant flowers
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where does the President of the United States lay a wreath on Memorial Day?
At the Lincoln Memorial
At the White House
At the Washington Monument
At the Tomb of the Unknowns
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
At what time do Americans observe a moment of silence on Memorial Day?
12 p.m.
1 p.m.
3 p.m.
2 p.m.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the moment of silence observed on Memorial Day?
To mark the end of the day
To remember the founding fathers
To honor those who made sacrifices for freedom
To celebrate the start of summer
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