Honoring Our Heroes: Understanding Memorial Day
Questions:
5
Grade:
4
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92
Every last Monday in May, we observe a special holiday in the United States called Memorial Day. This day is set aside to remember and honor all the brave men and women who have died while serving in our country s military. Memorial Day started after the Civil War and was first known as Decoration Day. Today, we celebrate by attending parades, visiting cemeteries, and hanging American flags. It is a day of gratitude and respect, a time for us to remember and appreciate the sacrifices made by others for our freedom.
Question 1
What is Memorial Day for?
A
Celebrating the start of summer
B
Remembering and honoring those who died serving in the military
Explanation. Memorial Day is a holiday in the United States for remembering and honoring persons who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
C
Marking the end of the Civil War
D
Celebrating American Independence
E
Remembering all deceased relatives
Question 2
When is Memorial Day observed?
A
First Monday in May
B
Last Monday in June
C
Last Monday in May
Explanation. Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May.
D
First Monday in June
E
Fourth of July
Question 3
What was Memorial Day first known as?
A
Veterans Day
B
Armistice Day
C
Decoration Day
Explanation. Memorial Day was first known as Decoration Day, a day to decorate the graves of those who died in the Civil War.
D
Remembrance Day
E
Patriot Day
Question 4
When did Memorial Day start?
A
After the Revolutionary War
B
After the Civil War
Explanation. Memorial Day started after the Civil War.
C
During World War I
D
During World War II
E
After Vietnam War
Question 5
How do people typically celebrate Memorial Day?
A
By giving gifts
B
By attending parades, visiting cemeteries, and hanging American flags
Explanation. On Memorial Day, people often attend parades, visit cemeteries to honor the fallen, and hang American flags.
C
By shooting fireworks
D
By having a family dinner
E
By going to the beach
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