Stars & Stripes
What did the 13 stars on the first official American flag represent?
The 13 American Colonies
What country did America gain its independence from?
Great Britain
What do people often place on graves to honor soldiers on Memorial Day?
Small American Flags
What is the national bird of the United States?
Bald Eagle
What is basic training in the military called?
Boot Camp
How many stripes are on the American Flag?
13
What is the name of America’s national anthem?
The "Star-Spangled Banner"
What do we call people who served in the military?
Where can you find the original Liberty Bell?
In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What is the newest branch of the U.S. military?
The U.S. Space Force
Who was the famous seamstress known for sewing early American Flags for George Washington?
Betsy Ross
What document begins with “We the People”?
The U.S. Constitution
What is the name of the most well-known soldiers’ cemetery in the United States?
The Arlington National Cemetery
What is the burial site called for the unidentified World War I soldier?
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Semper Fi is the motto of which Military Branch?
The United States Marine Corps
How many points were the stars supposed to have on the first American flag?
6
What event caused the United States to enter World War II?
The Japanese military attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.
What type of flower is commonly worn on Memorial Day?
A Red Poppy
What was the meaning behind the Uncle Sam posters?
They were designed to encourage people to enlist in the military and support the United States during wartime
How many main branches of the U.S. military are there?
6
What does the color white symbolize on the American flag?
Purity and Innocence
Which famous midnight rider warned that the British were coming?
Paul Revere
What was "Memorial Day" originally called?
Decoration Day
Who gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States?
France
What is the highest honor awarded to a member of the military?
Medal of Honor