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Honoring Our Heroes: Understanding Memorial Day

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Grade: 4

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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?

Celebrating the start of summer

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.

Marking the end of the Civil War

Celebrating American Independence

Remembering all deceased relatives

Question 2

When is Memorial Day observed?

First Monday in May

Last Monday in June

Last Monday in May

Explanation. Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May.

First Monday in June

Fourth of July

Question 3

What was Memorial Day first known as?

Veterans Day

Armistice Day

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.

Remembrance Day

Patriot Day

Question 4

When did Memorial Day start?

After the Revolutionary War

After the Civil War

Explanation. Memorial Day started after the Civil War.

During World War I

During World War II

After Vietnam War

Question 5

How do people typically celebrate Memorial Day?

By giving gifts

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.

By shooting fireworks

By having a family dinner

By going to the beach

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