basics
What is Memorial Day?
A day to remember soldiers who died serving the country.
What do cities often have on Memorial Day?
Parades.
What do children learn on Memorial Day?
About soldiers and respect.
Who do we remember on Memorial Day?
Soldiers who died serving their country.
What color is often seen on Memorial Day flags?
Red, white, and blue.
When is Memorial Day usually celebrated?
On the last Monday in May.
Where do people go to remember soldiers?
Cemeteries.
What do teachers and parents explain?
Why soldiers are important.
What did soldiers do for their country?
They served and protected it.
What do flags on graves show?
Respect for soldiers.
Why do people have a long weekend on Memorial Day?
Because schools and work are usually closed.
What do people put on soldiers’ graves?
Flags, flowers, or small stones.
What does Memorial Day teach about freedom?
That freedom is valuable and must be protected.
Why are soldiers considered brave?
Because they risked and gave their lives for others.
What do flowers on graves mean?
Love and remembrance.
What is the main purpose of Memorial Day?
To remember and honor soldiers who died in military service.
What do some people do for a moment of respect?
They stand in silence.
What do people feel on Memorial Day?
Gratitude and respect for soldiers.
What does “service in the military” mean?
Working to protect and defend the country as a soldier.
Why do people stand in silence?
To show respect and honor the dead soldiers.
Why is Memorial Day not only a fun holiday?
Because it is mainly for remembering sacrifice and honoring the dead soldiers.
Why do people visit graves on Memorial Day?
To show respect and honor soldiers who died.
What is the deeper meaning of Memorial Day?
To remember that freedom comes with sacrifice and to honor those who gave their lives.
Why do people say soldiers made a sacrifice?
Because they gave their lives so others could be free and safe
What does the American flag represent on Memorial Day?
The country and the freedom that soldiers protected.