Poppy Symbolism and History

What does the poppy primarily symbolize?

• Peace

• Remembrance

• Victory

• Hope

In which month are poppies typically worn to commemorate members of the armed forces?

• December

• January

• November

• October

The origins of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance are linked to which historical event?

• World War II

• Korean War

• First World War

• Vietnam War

Who was the Canadian doctor inspired to write the poem "In Flanders Fields"?

• John Smith

• Robert Jones

• John McCrae

• William Davis

In what year was the poem "In Flanders Fields" written?

• 1914

• 1915

• 1916

• 1918

Which American academic was inspired by McCrae's poem to make and sell red silk poppies?

• Anna Jarvis

• Clara Barton

• Moina Michael

• Susan B. Anthony

When was the Royal British Legion formed?

• 1918

• 1921

• 1925

• 1930

What was the main purpose of the funds raised from the initial poppy sales by the Royal British Legion?

• To build new hospitals

• To fund educational programs

• To support ex-servicemen with employment and housing

• To establish new war memorials