U.S. History
In 1971, Memorial Day became a federal holiday officially observed on this day of the week.
Monday
The American flag has how many stars and stripes?
50 stars & 13 stripes
What is the capital of the U.S.?
Washington DC
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of this season
Summer
This zodiac sign covers most of late May alongside Gemini
Taurus
True or False: Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day?
True
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from which country?
France
This state is known as the "Great Lakes State"
Michigan
Many communities hold these festive public events featuring marching bands
Parades
Hockey begins its championship series in late May, what is it called?
The Stanley Cup Final
Memorial Day first began after this major U.S. conflict.
The Civil War
This bird is the national emblem of the United States
The Bald Eagle
This is the largest state by land area
Alaska
This outdoor activity is popular during Memorial Day gatherings
In the Northern Hemisphere, late May occurs just before this astronomical event, the longest day of the year.
Summer Solstice
This amendment ended slavery shortly after the Civil War
13th Amendment
This bell in Philadelphia is famous for its crack and ties to independence
The Liberty Bell
This river is one of the longest in the U.S. and flows into the Gulf of Mexico
Mississippi River
Graves are often decorated with these items, giving the holiday its original name
Flowers or wreaths
This U.S. observance, established by Congress in 2000, encourages Americans to pause at 3:00 p.m. on Memorial Day.
National Moment of Remembrance Act
This president declared a national day in remembrance of 1868.
Ulysses S. Grant
This patriotic oath is often recited in schools
The Pledge of Allegiance
This state has the nickname "The Lone Star State"
Texas
This annual Indianapolis sporting event is traditionally held on Memorial Day weekend
Indy 500
This U.S. city hosts the largest Memorial Day parade in the country each year.
New York City