CLEAN : US soldiers place flags at Arlington National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day

CLEAN : US soldiers place flags at Arlington National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day

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History, Social Studies, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the tradition of placing flags at Arlington National Cemetery during Memorial Day to honor fallen soldiers. It reflects on the significance of Memorial Day as a time to remember those who died in service. The video also touches on the impact of COVID-19 and the importance of safety measures, even as vaccines are distributed, allowing people to participate in commemorative activities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What annual activity is performed at Arlington National Cemetery during Memorial Weekend?

Lighting candles

Placing flowers on headstones

Holding a parade

Placing flags on headstones

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's sentiment towards the opportunity to commemorate military service?

Indifference

Gratitude

Regret

Frustration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Memorial Day represent according to the speaker?

A day to honor living veterans

A day to recruit new soldiers

A day to remember those who died in combat

A day to celebrate military victories

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has always been the unit's number one priority?

Winning battles

Training for parades

Protecting the force and soldiers

Recruiting new members

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker feel about people participating in Memorial Day activities despite the pandemic?

Indifferent

Concerned

Disappointed

Relieved