Memorial Day Basics
This holiday honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.
What is Memorial Day
This is the national anthem of the United States.
What is "The Star-Spangled Banner"?
This branch of the military guards the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
What is the Army
People often have these outdoor meals with family and friends.
What are barbecues or picnics?
This president delivered the Gettysburg Address.
Who is Abraham Lincoln?
Memorial Day is observed on this day of the week.
What is Monday
The U.S. flag has this many stars.
What is 50
Veterans of this major 20th-century war are often honored on Memorial Day.
What is WWII
American flags are placed on graves in this place.
What is a cemetery?
He was the first president of the United States.
Who is George Washington?
This is the month when Memorial Day is celebrated.
What is May
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from this country.
What is France
This branch of the U.S. military travels mostly by sea.
What is the Navy
Many towns have this kind of event with floats and marching bands.
What is a parade?
This civil rights leader gave the “I Have a Dream” speech.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
This flower is often worn to honor fallen soldiers.
What is a red poppy
This bird is a symbol of American freedom.
What is the Bald Eagle
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is located in this city.
What is Washington D.C.
This long weekend is often considered the unofficial start of this season.
What is summer?
She was a famous World War II nurse known for her bravery.
Who is Clara Barton?
At 3:00 PM local time on Memorial Day, Americans are encouraged to do this.
What is observe a moment of silence?
This U.S. document begins with "We the People."
What is the constitution
This is the nickname for American soldiers during World War I.
What is Doughboys
These are sometimes released to honor those who have passed.
What are balloons or doves?
He was a five-star general and later became U.S. President in the 1950s.
Who is Dwight D. Eisenhower?