Arlington Cemetery Burial Practices

Arlington Cemetery Burial Practices

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

FREE Resource

The video discusses the Queson Platoon, highlighting its 49 soldiers and 58 horses, and the traditions they uphold. It explains the strict military protocol and the role of the United States Air Force in leading orders. The video also covers the solemn duty of the platoon at Arlington Cemetery, where military funerals are conducted. It outlines the criteria for burial at Arlington, reserved for those who died in service, veterans with 20 years of service, and recipients of high military honors. The cemetery also accepts cremated remains of veterans with honorable discharges, with nearly 30 funerals held daily.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many soldiers are in the queson platoon?

30

58

49

20

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized in the traditions of the queson platoon?

Casual timing

Strict timing and protocol

Flexible rituals

No specific protocol

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is eligible for burial in the cemetery where the keson platoon operates?

Anyone who served in the military

Only those who die in service

All military personnel

Military veterans with at least 20 years of service

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of the keson platoon in the cemetery?

Guarding the entrance

Conducting funerals

Training new recruits

Maintaining the grounds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of remains does Arlington accept for burial?

Only full-body remains

Only cremated remains

Any remains regardless of service

Cremated remains of veterans with honorable discharge

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many funerals take place daily at Arlington?

40

10

20

30