Poppy Symbolism and History

Poppy Symbolism and History

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History, Social Studies

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Amelia Wright

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The poppy is a symbol of remembrance for those who died in war, originating from WWI. It gained significance through John McRae's poem 'In Flanders Fields' and was popularized by Moena Michael. The Royal British Legion adopted the poppy in 1921, selling millions to support veterans. The poppy appeal remains significant today, with a dedicated factory producing millions annually.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the use of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance?

A historical novel

The growth of poppies on battlefields

A soldier's diary

A famous painting

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who wrote the poem 'In Flanders Fields'?

Siegfried Sassoon

Wilfred Owen

John McRae

Moena Michael

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Moena Michael do in response to McRae's poem?

Wrote another poem

Created a charity

Made and sold red silk poppies

Organized a memorial service

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the Royal British Legion first sell poppies?

1915

1918

1925

1921

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the funds raised from selling poppies?

To build war memorials

To support First World War veterans with employment and housing

To fund military operations

To organize remembrance parades

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was a poppy factory established?

To employ ex-servicemen

To increase production efficiency

To export poppies internationally

To reduce costs