Labor Day Facts
What month is Labor Day celebrated in?
September
What is a common event many cities have on Labor Day?
Parade
In what year was Labor Day first celebrated?
1894
What is a common symbol of Labor Day?
a worker or a hard hat
What job do firefighters do?
putting out fires
On what day of the week is Labor Day observed?
Monday
What type of food is often served at Labor Day picnics?
Hamburgers and hot dogs
Who is credited with organizing the first Labor Day parade?
Peter J. McGuire
What type of flower is often associated with Labor Day?
daisy
What do teachers help students with?
learning
True or False: Labor Day marks the end of summer.
True
What is a special activity people might do on Labor Day weekend?
a family trip
What was Labor Day originally created to honor?
workers and their contributions
What color is often used in Labor Day decorations?
red, white, and blue
What is a job that involves fixing cars?
a mechanic
How long is the weekend for Labor Day?
3-day weekend
What do people often enjoy watching on Labor Day?
Fireworks
What country was the first to celebrate Labor Day?
United States
What type of clothing might people wear to a Labor Day parade?
casual clothes
What job involves baking bread and cakes?
baker
What is one activity people often do on Labor Day?
Barbecue or Picnic
What kind of sales might happen on Labor Day?
store sales or discounts
What was the main goal of Labor Day when it was first created?
recognize the efforts of workers
What symbol represents a day off work on Labor Day?
clock or calendar
Who helps build houses and buildings?
construction worker