Veterans
Branches of the Military
Symbols of Veterans Day
Veterans Day Traditions
Famous Veterans
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This special day honors people who served in the military.

A. Veteran's Day

B. Labor Day

A. Veterans Day

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This branch of the military works mostly on ships and seas.

A. Navy

B. Army

A. Navy

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People often see this American symbol with red, white, and blue colors on Veterans Day.

A. Bald Eagle

B. American Flag

B. American Flag

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Veterans Day is often confused with this holiday in May.

A. Labor Day

B. Memorial Day

B. Memorial Day

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This famous veteran was a rock and roll singer sometimes called "The King"

A. Elvis

B. Johnny Cash

A. Elvis

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Veterans Day is celebrated every year on this date.

A. November 1st

B. November 11th

B. November 11th

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This branch flies airplanes to keep us safe.

A. Navy

B. Air Force

B. Air Force

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This bird, which is a symbol of the United States, is also a symbol of freedom.

A. Bald Eagle

B. Cardinal

A. Bald Eagle

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Which president made Veterans Day an official Holiday?

A. Lincoln

B. Eisenhower

B. President Eisenhower

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This famous veteran became an actor, and is known for his deep and calm voice

A. Leonardo DiCaprio

B. Morgan Freeman

B. Morgan Freeman

300

Veterans Day honors people who served in this.

A. Jury

B. Military

B. The military 

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This branch fights on land and wears camouflage uniforms that allow them to blend in with their surroundings.

A. Army

B. Air Force

A. Army

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Veterans might receive this special object for their service or bravery.

A. Trophy

B. Medal

B. Medal

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What year was Veterans Day made an official holiday?.

A. 1932

B. 1938

B. 1938

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This famous veteran ran for president in 2008 against Barack Obama

A. John McCain

B. Jack White

A. John McCain

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Someone who has served in the military is called this.

A. Veteran

B. Militarian

A. Veteran

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This group works at sea and on land and are sometimes called “The Few, The Proud.”

A. Marine Corps

B. Air Force

Marine Corps

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People wear this red flower on Veterans Day to honor those who served.

A. Rose

B. Poppy

B. Poppy

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On Veterans Day, some people visit this special place in Washington, D.C., to honor fallen soldiers.

A. Lincoln Memorial

B. Arlington National Cemetery

B. Arlington National Cemetery

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This famous veteran was the first man to walk on the moon

A. Neil Armstrong

B. Lance Armstrong

A. Neil Armstrong

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Veterans Day was first called this name after World War I.

A. Veterans Day

B. Armistice Day

B. Armistice Day

500

This branch helps protect our coasts and helps in emergencies at sea.

A. Marine Corps

B. Coast Guard

B. Coast Guard 

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People might put these on veterans' graves to show respect.

A. Flags 

B. Pennies

A. Flags or Wreaths

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In many Veterans Day ceremonies, this song is played to honor those who have served and sacrificed for the country.

A. The Star Spangled Banner

B. Taps

B. Taps

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This famous veteran was the first American woman to lead a military operation. She was also the leader of the Underground Railroad

A. Harriet Tubman

B. Anna Douglas

A. Harriet Tubman

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