Memorial Day Facts
When is Memorial Day observed?
Annually on the last Monday of May
What season begins in June?
Summer
How many states are in the US?
50 states
this late-May holiday honors U.S. military members who died in service and is often marked with parades and visits to cemeteries.
memorial day
Who does Memorial Day honor?
All US military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces
What is the longest day of the year called?
Summer Solstice
What do the 13 Stripes on the American flag stand for?
13 original colonies
Celebrated on the third Sunday in June, this day was first promoted by Sonora Smart Dodd to honor her father, a Civil War veteran.
fathers day
Which national cemetery places flags on every grave?
What is Arlington National Cemetary?
This frozen treat is one of the most popular desserts in June and even has its own national day on the third Sunday of the month.
ice cream
This June observance focuses on raising awareness of ocean protection and is celebrated on June 8.
World Ocean Day
These symbols on the American flag represent the 50 states that make up the United States.
stars
This June observance commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Riots and celebrates LGBTQ+ rights and culture.
pride month
Which state did Congress declare as the birthplace of Memorial Day?
What fruit is especially popular at summer picnics?
watermelon
What global day in June focuses on protecting the environment?
World Environment Day
What do the colors on the American Flag stand for?
Red: Valor and bravery
White: Purity and innocence
Blue: Vigilance, perseverance, and justice
Celebrated on June 19, this holiday marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Juneteenth
What was Memorial Day first known as?
Decoration Day
What safety item should you always wear when spending time in the sun?
sunscreen
Occurs when the Earth's axis reaches maximum tilt towards the Sun
What is the Summer Solstice?
What were the original 13 colonies?
Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, New York, North Carolina, Rhode Island
Observed on June 14, this day marks the adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777 and highlights national symbols.
flag day